Education and Learning

Learning with vocational trainers in Kenya

“Sustainability can apparently be achieved if all that was experienced is put into practice.” An international training project offered professional development for the participants and successful experiences and mutual learning for all.

When the classroom turns virtual: Teacher students practising challenging interactions with an AI-driven simulated student

This article explores how VR- and AI-based simulations were piloted in an internationally oriented teacher education program in Finland. Simulations enabled teacher students to practice and reflect on managing emotionally challenging classroom interactions and reflect on their professional identity and pedagogical principles.

Learning in international development projects: Insights from a coordinating agency

International projects rely on multi-level knowledge sharing and learning. Based on empirical experiences, this article explores the knowledge requirements and learning opportunities that emerge in such contexts.

Tips for successful thesis process from the student’s and the supervisor’s perspective

A graduating student and a thesis supervisor are looking back at the past thesis process and giving tips for the future students to consider.

Design Thinking and Regeneration Beyond Borders

An international visit where learning the Design Thinking method became much more than an academic exercise: immersed in a collaborative project with an animal sanctuary, students from three European universities applied innovation tools to solve real-world challenges. The programme offered a rare blend of structured learning and emotional depth, empowering students to co-create meaningful concepts for a good cause.

Enhancing multidisciplinary collaboration in higher education

Multidisciplinary collaboration between HEIs and businesses enhances teaching and learning through shared knowledge and experiences. Educators who emphasise cooperation are changemakers and facilitators for both students and external partners fostering innovations and address societal challenges.

Practical implementation of Carpe Diem method in course development in Kosovar higher education institutions

Metacognition – intriguing concept for teachers in Nepal

The realisation of metacognitive skills when integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into pedagogical activities to develop student-centred online learning is a relatively recent concept in Nepal.

A review of the current discourse and strategies surrounding micro-credentials within higher education institutions

Training students in gamified learning – Teachers´ experiences of ludo didactics