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Final IN-WORK International Webinar
> Thursday 10 October 2024 at 10:00 CEST (Online)
As the In-Work project comes to an end after two years of dedicated effort, the final event “Best practices in Inclusive Work-Integrated Learning in Higher Education”, will be held to celebrate its success and present its results.
This initiative, which began in 2022, addresses the role of the university within its reference region as a driver for an inclusive culture, by developing and testing a model of intervention that focuses on the relation between the inside and the outside the university and the involvemnet of the people. The project uses the Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) method, which includes work-based learning (internships and traineeships) to support people with special needs to undertake meaningful learning experiences with the world of work.
The final event will take the form of a webinar, to ensure that everyone can participate. The webinar will be held via Microsoft Teams, on Thursday the 10 of October 2024 from 10 to 11:30 am CEST.
The event will begin with an overview of the project, and then move into a presentation of the WIL guidelines, and real-life testimonials from those involved. The event will conclude with an interactive Q&A session.
IN-WORK International Webinar
> Thursday 1 February 2024 (Online)
On 1 February 2024, the consortium successfully hosted the IN-WORK International Webinar. The event introduced the upcoming piloting phase, which will be testing innovative work-integrated learning activities developed to empower young people with special needs to enter the job market. Led by the University of Macerata, the consortium shared their goals, progress, and success stories.
Explore the slides that were presented at the event and get in touch if you want to get involved!
Slides from IN-WORK International Webinar
Dissemination Day for the In-Work Project pilot test
> Wednesday 10 April 2024 (Spain)
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Dissemination Day for the In-Work Project pilot test, a key point in our journey towards inclusive education and innovative learning methodologies. It will be held next Wednesday, April 10, at 11:00 in the Sala de Juntes, Campus Catalunya.
Our agenda:
- 11:00: Registration
- 11:15: Presentation of the pilot test by Sílvia Alcoverro Puey and Pau Palau Riquelme from Universitat Rovira i Virgili.
- 11:30 – 13:30: Success stories in inclusive education
Case 1: Innovation with the Rubik’s Cube by Mònica Boladeres Lloses, PDI at Universitat Rovira i Virgili and founder of Rubikids.
Case 2: “The Three-Branch Education System” by Jesús Cayela Aguilera, founder and president of Entitat Educativa Viu Lleure.
Who supports the learner? Afternoon workshop for learning support experts
> Tuesday 23 April 2024 (Finland + Online)
The Finnish team of IN-WORK project is organizing an afternoon workshop for SEN-teachers, guidance counselors, and other teaching and guidance professionals in higher education. The main idea of workshop is to discuss the special educational needs of HI-students and the implementation of individual support in work integrated learning (WIL). The workshop will be held in Jamk’s School of Professional Teacher Education on Tuesday, April 23rd, from 12:00 to 3:30 PM. It is possible to attend either on-site or on-line. The event is free for participants. It is conducted in Finnish.
Please, see more on the website Kuka tukee oppijaa? Oppimisen tuen asiantuntijoiden iltapäivä | Jamk and sign up to participate. Registration is open until April 15th.
Career orientation webinar
> Thursday 9 May 2024 (Online)
The University of Macerata, in collaboration with Manpower, organizes a career orientation webinar aimed at male and female students who wish to create meaningful learning experiences in the workplace. Participate!
IN-WORK International Seminar Inclusive Education at the Intersections
> Tuesday 2 July 2024 at 10:00 CEST (Online)
We invite you to join us on 2 July 2024 at 10:00 CEST for the International Seminar Inclusive Education at the Intersections, supporting transitional paths for people with disabilities. You can use this link to join the seminar: Join the meeting now. We will use the same link for all the sessions.
Explore the flyer below to find out more about the event!