Abstract:

The overall objective of this partnership is the development of an educational guide of a complete course for lifelong learning, based on good business practices, called ‘Open Innovation in Adult Learning’.

The proposed course will be the outcome of the combination of methodologies deriving from the multidisciplinary approach of the members of the partnership as well as from the experience gained during the teaching in the various participating countries.

The course will be developed on the basis of four thematic areas:
• 1st – 2.0 Collaborative work and tools
• 2nd – Open Innovation and knowledge transfer in adult learning
• 3rd – Digital marketing and web 2.0 promotion
• 4th – E-business and digital entrepreneurship for adult people

Objectives:
• Establishing a set of harmonised methodologies for the design of training plans
• Joint design of the foundation, course objectives and contents, all organised in training modules and learning units of training for the Open Innovation in the adult learning
• Design of an agreed methodology, timing, resources and course evaluation system.
• Joint development of a Guide of Best Practices in teaching digital and open innovation in adult learning.

Project Impact:
• This project is expected to have an impact on various stakeholders, teachers, students, and employees of both school and companies. It is expected to increase the capacity and competence in the design and programming of relevant courses so as to be an enriching experience for the participants. Moreover, it is also expected to develop the appropriate skills in the use of application of new technologies for adult learning.
• We believe this project is an important opportunity for all to share experiences and learn new methodologies, different models of managing schools, courses, and good business practices
• This project also offers educational opportunities for people with special needs. It can be a training opportunity for people with disabilities or people with mobility difficulties, as it allows access to an occupation that could not be easily accessed otherwise.
• Our partnership will also promote the training of people who live in dispersed geographical areas. Furthermore, the project will promote the participation of staff and adults in deprived areas.
• Our design also tries to promote equality between men and women providing the same number of men and women in each centre. In addition, we ensure compliance with the principles of gender equality and politically correct language.
• Finally, our work’s content and methodology is based on the use of ICT. ICT is a means of preventing discrimination and promotes intercultural education.

Keywords:

Open Innovation, e-learning Guide, adult learning, TICs.