The objective of the NEXT project is to narrow the existing gap between the rapid pace of digital transformation, and the training of specialists from different fields, especially those that are not related to IT. The issue is that at present the aforementioned specialists are not sufficiently skilled to efficiently work with digital technologies and tools, and to understand possible pitfalls in their use, including mental health issues and legal matters.
The specific objectives of the NEXT project include the following.
- Educating students of different specialities on the digital technology, soft skills, legal aspects, and mental health maintenance to help them in getting ready for changing requirements of the modern job market towards next-generation ‘digital’ jobs.
- Training academic staff to support learners with qualified coaches who can assist them in their studies for digital transformations.
- Developing innovative learning resources in line with the newest trends in digital technologies.
- Enhancing students’ teamwork as well as improving their digital skills through carrying out student projects contest.
- Establishing advanced multimedia laboratories in Ukrainian universities, which will support students by providing them an opportunity of gaining practical experience in using the newest hardware and technologies.
Workpackages:
- WP1 Project Management, Coordination, Quality Assurance
- WP2 Development of methodological support for a model of Virtual Exchange programs
- WP3 Creating a network of Consulting Offices for Academic Mobility Programs
- WP4 Development of the web portal Common Information Space (CIS)
- WP5 Practical approbation of the Virtual National and International Academic Exchange Programs
- WP6 Dissemination
More information is available at the NEXT project website