R1-Framework for "SMART" Learning Organizations

Result 1 (R1) culminated in the development of the KNOWLO Framework, consisting of 7 criteria and 19 subcriteria delineating the principles of SMART Learning Organizations. This outcome stemmed from qualitative research involving a comparison with various models and frameworks, as well as surveys among 265 respondents. The KNOWLO framework integrates elements from EFQM, ULCA framework, and Learn&Lead, and has been implemented in multiple languages. The project partnership completed R1, laying the groundwork for subsequent results. The innovation lies in its focus on three main pillars of educational quality: organizational excellence, teacher/trainer development and management, and student/trainee engagement. The study conducted in collaboration with local research and surveys provided valuable insights into the needs of educators.

Knowlo Project # 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 KA220-VET- Cooperation partnerships in vocational education and training is funded by the Erasmus+ of the European Union

• ENGLISH_Framework.pdf
• KNOWLO_framework_CZECHIA.pdf
  
• KNOWLO_framework_ITALIAN.pdf
  
• KNOWLO_framework_LATVIAN.pdf
  
• KNOWLO_framework_SLOVAK.pdf

R1-Framework for "SMART" Learning Organizations

In the R1- A survey was conducted on 265 respondents from the Czech Republic, Italy, Latvia, Slovakia, and Spain, representing various roles like managers, teachers, trainers, administrative and technical staff, and students. The survey aimed to understand perspectives on four aspects of SMART learning organizations: Organizational self-awareness, strategy, and development. Learning, communication, and collaboration. Clients, sustainability, and product orientation. Digital transformation, global context, and value creation. Results showed that trainers prefer clear organizational strategy, excellence culture, innovative teaching methods, external networking, and stable rules. Teachers emphasize individual attention to clients/students, constructive feedback, lifelong learning, and organizational stability. Negative aspects include stress, lack of funding, and inadequate technical resources for online teaching.

Knowlo Project # 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 KA220-VET- Cooperation partnerships in vocational education and training is funded by the Erasmus+ of the European Union

1. R1_Report_in_English-2.pdf
   
2. R1_Report_in_Latvian.pdf
   
3. R1_Report_in_Italian.pdf
   
4. R1_Report_in_Czechia.pdf
   
5. R1_Report_in_Slovak.pdf

R2-Self-evaluation Tool for Educational Organizations

R3-Learning & Sharing Platform with SMART TOOLKIT

Result 3 (R3) is a pivotal product that consolidates the outcomes of R2, R4, and R5, aligning with the theoretical framework established in R1. It comprises a Platform with a SMART TOOLKIT, integrating products such as the self-assessment tool, benchmarking functionality, good practice database, and eLearning modules. The platform is accessible in multiple languages and has garnered significant user engagement during pilot testing, with 465 users from 19 different countries across Europe and Africa. This result introduces several levels of innovation, notably a benchmarking and benchlearning database tailored for Learning Organizations. Unlike traditional benchmarking databases, this platform emphasizes learning and sharing, offering unique opportunities for participants to contribute to and benefit from this collaborative movement. The KNOWLO platform features various modules, including self-evaluation tools, reporting sections, benchmarking and benchlearning reports

Knowlo Project # 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 KA220-VET- Cooperation partnerships in vocational education and training is funded by the Erasmus+ of the European Union

R4- Learning & Sharing Resource Database

Result 4 (R4) comprises two main products: the Good Practice Database (Benchlearning Database) and the Resource Database. The Good Practice Database is integrated under Result 3 (R3) on the platform and features various sorting and filtering functions. It contains various good practices at the organizational user level as well as good practices at the individual user level in English & partner languages. The RD offers examples of methodologies and tools for implementing the SMART Learning Organization concept and is available as a PDF file. It includes resources that are accessible in English, Latvian, Slovak, Czech, and Italian languages. The innovation lies in the Benchlearning Database, which emphasizes active learning and adaptation beyond traditional benchmarking. It allows users to compare and learn from best practices, aiding in the development of improvement plans. 

Knowlo Project # 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 KA220-VET- Cooperation partnerships in vocational education and training is funded by the Erasmus+ of the European Union

1. Eng-Resource_Database_Knowlo_1_English-1.pdf
2. Lv-Resource_Database_Knowlo_2_Latvian-1.pdf
   
3. ITL-Resource_Database_Knowlo_4_Italian-1.pdf
   
4. Czech-Resource_Database_Knowlo_3_Czech-1.pdf
   
5. Slovk-Resource_Database_Knowlo_5_Slovakia-1.pdf
   

R5-Guidelines for The SMART Learning Organizations

Result 5 (R5) comprises Guidelines for SMART Learning Organizations, offering a practical roadmap for organizations to navigate their journey towards becoming SMART Learning Organizations and engaging in learning and sharing activities. This methodology, termed the "7 Steps of Transformation," is detailed on the project website. 1. Decide to use the KNOWLO framework and tools and understand why you're using them. 2. Attend KNOWLO training. 3. Start an internal self-assessment project using KNOWLO 4. Launch the internal improvement plan project using KNOWLO 5. Evaluate the internal project 6. Learn from the transformation and adapt necessary changes 7. Repeat the process for continuous organizational transformation and improvement. Detailed files are available for download in PDF format below. 

Knowlo Project # 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 KA220-VET- Cooperation partnerships in vocational education and training is funded by the Erasmus+ of the European Union

1. R5_Guidelines_in_English.pdf
   
2. R5_Guidelines_in_Latvian.pdf
   
3. R5_Guidelines_in_Italian.pdf
   
4. R5_Guidelines_in_Czechia.pdf
   
5. R5_Guidelines_in_Slovak.pdf