Knowlo Report Presentation at The Emerging Researchers' Conference (ERC) & ECER at The University of Glasgow in the UK.

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The Knowlo Project Coordinator The International College of Cosmetology Presented a Report on The on-going Knowlo project No. 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 which is funded by the Erasmus+ program of the European Union as a part of the

dissemination of the project at The Emerging Researchers' Conference (ERC) & ECER which is organized by EERA's Emerging Researchers' Group At The University of Glasgow in the UK. The report was compiled and presented by Mudassir Arafat from the International College of Cosmetology Riga Latvia he also participated as Chair. Emerging researchers are uniquely supported to discuss and debate topical and thought-provoking research projects in relation to the ECER themes, trends, and current practices in educational research year after year.

The Network 11 where the Knowlo project Report was presented aims to stimulate scientific research and academic discourse on the definition, structure, implementation, assessment, and impact of educational improvement and quality. Studies related to this network may refer to schools and other formal educational institutions, to supra-national or international organizations, to non-formal educational agencies, and to informal initiatives that promote or affect education.

Publication of Article for the KNOWLO Project

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THE ERASMUS+ FUNDED KNOWLO PROJECT DIGITALIZATION ON A GLOBAL CONTEXT IN EDUCATION A TEACHER’S PERSPECTIVE

DOI 10.18372/2786-5487.1.17685

Author:Mudassir Arafat, Project Coordinator, The International College of Cosmetology, Riga, Latvia

Annotation. This paper reflects the works being carried out under the Erasmus+ funded ongoing KNOWLO project, Promoting knowledge-sharing culture in Learning Organization, Project number: & Code 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991KA220- VET-Cooperation partnerships in vocational education and training. The project is aimed to cater essential support to any vocational or traditional Higher Education Institution (HEI), which is looking forward to a change or transformation to become a Smart learning organization. The project is ongoing and scheduled to finish by December 2023, The KNOWLO project has 5 results that project partners from 4 different countries are committed to development they are arranged in the order of Result number 1 to Result Number

5. This particular paper discusses Result number 1, Sub-criteria identified or the development of a Transformational Framework (Digitalization of Learning Practices) in a Global context. This paper can be treated as a case study towards identifying various aspects of consideration when undergoing a transformation from a traditional learning organization to a Smart learning organization. The paper discusses the perspective from the point of view of one of the crucial stakeholders in the educational sector (Teachers). This paper puts forth what is the perspective of teachers toward a smart learning organization and what aspects they assume are necessary to involve all the stakeholders in such a transformation. The paper highlights the current situation in the context of digital transformation from the teacher’s perspective and the results collected highlight how teachers from different regions view digital learning practices with different aspects

and needs. The data collected has been analyzed on a qualitative & quantitative pattern and the final discussions put forth a guide of do’s & don’t, for any learning organization looking forward to a transformation into a smart learning organization from the teacher’s perspective

C2, Learning Teaching Training Activity LTTA 1 in Slovakia

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DESCRIPTION

The C2 LTTA 1 for the KNOWLO Project No. 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 which is funded by Erasmus+ was successfully conducted in Ruzomberok (Slovakia) at the Catholic University of Ruzomberok Slovakia.

Facilitators: Adam Janiga & Markéta Rusnáková from Catholic University Ruzomberok And Jana Chynoradská from Harmony Academy (Slovakia)

This training session was a practical application of KNOWLO methodology and the KNOWLO framework developed under this Erasmus+ project. KNOWLO has been taking into account the needs of VET providers that have high management standards and call or would like to call their organization “Learning organizations”. The course is based on Excellence principles, EFQM Model, benchmarking principles (learning from each other), Learn & Lead and ULCA framework methodology. KNOWLO framework and its methodology is general enough to fit the needs of each educational organization and can be applicable everywhere in Europe or across the continents.

4th Transnational Meeting of Partners in (Pinerolo) Italy

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The fourth Transnational Partners Meeting for the KNOWLO Project No. 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 which is funded by Erasmus+was held in Pinerolo (Itlay) on 25th & 26th May 2023

Facilitators: Fernando Benavente, Manuela Audenino, Davide Morra, (EU RORESO/ CFIQ) Pinerolo (Italy)

During the two-day meeting following aspects were discussed:

Framework Development (R1):
The Beta stage of the framework, which is still under development and refinement. Language review by UK experts. The framework's completion stage adjustments before partners can test and provide feedback.
Resource Database (R4):
The resource database will contribute helpful practices, The database will be posted on the KNOWLO website to assist clients in finding best practices. Translation of the database will occur, and regular reviews will ensure active links.
Guidelines for SMART Learning Organizations (R5):
Dissemination and Multiplier Events:
More information can be accessed from the newsletters

KICK OFF MEETING 7th & 8th February, 2022 KNOWLO

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The First Kick-Off Meeting for The KNOWLO Project No. 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 which is funded by Erasmus+ of the European Union took place at the Catholic University of Ruzomberok (Slovakia). Here's a breakdown of the discussed points:

Research Process and Expense Sheet: Project partners agreed to undertake the research process for result 1 and to keep the expense sheet updated. This likely involves conducting research activities and tracking the associated expenses to ensure transparency and accountability.

Next Transnational Meeting: Project partners decided to convene the next transnational meeting in Riga, Latvia, on June 13th and 14th, 2022. This meeting could be a crucial opportunity for partners to discuss progress, share insights, and plan further actions.

Spreading Project Activities: Each project partner is committed to promoting the project's activities to a broader audience within the educational sector. This could involve marketing, outreach, and engagement strategies to raise awareness about the project's goals and outcomes.

Survey Questionnaire Development: The partners will collaborate to create a survey questionnaire. This survey will be distributed to all project partners to collect feedback and survey results. Each partner will be responsible for translating the questionnaire and survey results if needed.

Quality Management Plan: The Knowlo Consortium is committed to a more defined quality management plan in the upcoming meeting. This suggests a focus on maintaining high standards and ensuring that the project's processes and outcomes meet established criteria.

Promotion of Green Travel Modes: Partners were encouraged to prioritize eco-friendly travel options to promote the project. This aligns with sustainability goals and can help reduce the project's environmental footprint.

REPORTING PERIOD NOVEMBER 2021-22

27. feb. 2023, Nav komentāru

The KNOWLO Project No. 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 is funded by Erasmus+ of the European Union

The KNOWLO project was widely disseminated during the first project year. The most common means for dissemination used in this period include:

• Meetings with associated partners and target groups representatives, education providers, professionals and volunteers, local stakeholders and so on.

• Project website, e-mailings, online publications, newsletters in all partner languages

• Social media

• National and transnational events for introducing the project idea and establishing cooperation opportunities

• Printed dissemination materials

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Third transnational partners meeting in Praque

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The KNOWLO Project No. 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 is funded by Erasmus+ of the European Union

Promoting Knowledge Sharing Culture the Knowlo project partners met again for their third transnational partners meeting (TPM) in Prague, the partner's discussed criteria and set of questions for Result 2 that is aimed to develop the self-assessment tool & strategy for Results 3,4, & 5.

During the meeting important aspects were discussed such that reflected the course of flow of the on-going Erasmus+ funded KNOWLO Project.

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The Knowlo project is gradually forming shape and reaching its first milestone

1. nov. 2022, Nav komentāru

The KNOWLO Project No. 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 is funded by Erasmus+ of the European Union

The Knowlo project is gradually forming shape and reaching its first milestone of anchoring and completing the framework. All the project partners are assigned with their tasks that need to be completed within the given time frame. Each project partner has delivered as per their schedule by achieving result number 1 (R 1).

One of the new additions to the framework is the Social-emotional intelligence model.

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Erasmus+ KNOWLO Project Transnational Project Meeting took place in Riga

14. jūl. 2022

The KNOWLO Project No. 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 is funded by Erasmus+ of the European Union

On 13th & 14th June 2022, The International College of Cosmetology, hosted the second Transnational Project Meeting (TPM) for the KNOWLO Project. KNOWLO is an Erasmus plus funded Key Action 2 project engaged in Promoting knowledge-sharing culture in Learning Organizations. The project aims to design an innovative and interactive framework to help traditional learning organizations transform into modern learning organizations. Partners from Italy, The Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Latvia participated. Data analysis for the framework, brainstorming activities & various results-oriented strategies were discussed during the two-day KNOWLO project meeting.

KNOWLO first online meeting

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The KNOWLO Project No. 2021-1-LV01-KA220-VET-000029991 is funded by Erasmus+ of the European Union

The first online project meeting took place on the 20^th and the 21^st of December 2021 and was held virtually online.

Partners introduced themselves and their organisations, starting a discussion on project development and deadlines for the tasks to be done.

The partners agreed on next steps and actions to be taken.

The first face-to-face meeting will take place in Ruzomberok (Slovakia) on the 7^th of February 2022.