Abstract:

The DigiComPass training course aims to improve digital literacy in line with the European Union's DigComp framework. Drawing on the findings of the Flipped Adult Education project, the course is structured into five independent modules and is based on the Flipped Learning 3.0 (FL3) framework. An innovative instructional design based on the FL3 (“Flipped Instructional Design FID”), developed specifically for this course, addresses the needs of adult learners across a wide age range, from 18 to seniors aged 65 and over.

Another key innovation of the DigiComPass project is the Digital Competencies Passport (DigiComPass), which is awarded to learners who meet the specified criteria across the five modules. This certification confirms the attainment of well-defined competences according to the Recognition Framework. The course is delivered through an Individual Learning Space on a Moodle platform developed by the SEIT Lab of the University of Cyprus.

Furthermore, the integration of multimedia-based micro-learning and a self-assessment based "learning by assessment" approach introduces novel elements to the training in Adult Education. In addition, the use of Klippert's Method Change Approach provides varied and engaging learning content to develop learners' knowledge, skills and abilities. The use of diverse multimedia content and the inclusion of various case studies ensure practical, real-life and realistic learning outcomes.

This paper also presents initial feedback from adult learners who participated in the pilot training, highlighting the effectiveness and reception of the DigiComPass training course as well as the evaluation of the trainers' feedback.

Keywords:

Flipped Learning 3.0, Adult Education, Digital Literacy, Microlearning, Multimedia.