Author: Author Account

Big Impact, 5 Minutes at a Time: The TAKE5 Approach

Written by Author Account on April 30, 2026. Posted in Project news.

The TAKE5 project is revolutionizing Vocational Education and Training (VET) by tackling learner engagement head-on. Co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme, this initiative replaces long lectures with a “compendium” of sharp, 5-minute digital challenges designed for the modern workplace. Why it Works Brain-Friendly Learning: Uses retrieval practice and spaced learning to reduce cognitive overload and boost long-term retention. Learning by Doing: Each micro-challenge is an active task requiring learners to solve real-world problems rather than just consume content. ...

(Re)Natured Cities Project Kicks Off in Italy

Written by Author Account on March 19, 2026. Posted in Project news.

The (Re)Natured Cities project officially launched on March 5, 2026, with a successful kick-off meeting held in Bari, Italy. Hosted by LUM University, the meeting marked the beginning of a collaborative effort to support municipalities in designing and implementing sustainable green and blue spaces. Project partners from across the consortium came together to establish the project’s governance structure and align on its strategic direction. Key discussions focused on outlining the technical modules that will guide the project’s work in promoting urban greening, climate resilience,...

(Re)Natured Cities – Supporting Municipalities in the design and management of more sustainable green and blue spaces

Written by Author Account on March 19, 2026. Posted in Digital Learning, Education, Projects, Sustainable Development & Entrepreneurship.

The project aims to support local municipalities to adopt more sustainable practices in managing their urban green and blue spaces (UGBS). The goal is to increase ecosystem services (ES), promote local biodiversity, and turn these spaces into tools to increase cities’ climate resilience and improve well-being. Also aims to support and tighten relations between municipalities and its citizens by acknowledging their pivotal role in initiatives success and preservation of UGBSs.

AccessCareer Partners Meet in Athens to Advance Inclusive Career Counselling Across Europe

Written by Author Account on March 11, 2026. Posted in Project news.

Partners of the AccessCareer – Enhancing Inclusive Access to Career Counselling project gathered in Athens, Greece, on 10–11 March 2026 for the project’s Transnational Project Meeting (TPM), hosted by HEADWAY and coordinated by Acción Laboral. The meeting brought together consortium partners from across Europe to review progress, strengthen collaboration, and plan the next phase of the project. Over the course of two days, partners assessed the achievements made so far and discussed key developments across the project’s work packages, focusing on the advancement of innovative tools...

ASDinPreschool Project Partners Meet in Valencia for Transnational Meeting

Written by Author Account on February 2, 2026. Posted in Project news.

Partners of the ASDinPreschool project gathered in Valencia on January 27–28, 2026, for a Transnational Project Meeting dedicated to evaluating progress, strengthening coordination, and aligning the next phases of implementation. The meeting provided a structured forum for consortium members to review achievements, address operational priorities, and ensure the project remains on track toward its objectives. Proceedings opened with a comprehensive project overview, followed by detailed discussions on project management, including timeline monitoring, work planning, and risk...

TAKE5 Project Officially Launched: Partners Unite to Transform Digital Learning in VET

Written by Author Account on January 30, 2026. Posted in Project news.

The Learning Edge successfully participated in the kick-off meeting of the Erasmus+ project TAKE5, held over two days in Schwerin, Germany, bringing together all project partners to lay the foundations for a collaborative and impactful implementation phase. The overall strategic aim of TAKE5 is to create an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that fosters engagement, skill development, and confidence among Vocational Education and Training (VET) learners, while equipping educators with innovative digital pedagogical tools. The project seeks to motivate and inspire young VET...

TAKE5: 5 Minutes to Transform Basic Skills and Build Key Competences

Written by Author Account on January 14, 2026. Posted in Digital Learning, Education, Projects, Sustainable Development & Entrepreneurship.

Occupation-specific skills alone are insufficient for VET learners, as key competences and basic skills are essential for adaptability, lifelong learning, employability, social inclusion, and supporting the green and digital transitions, yet EU policy goals in this area are far from being met. The overall strategic aim of the TAKE5 project is to create an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that fosters engagement, skill development and confidence among VET learners while equipping educators with innovative digital pedagogical tools. The main objectives of the TAKE-5 Project...

Access Career Launches Its First Newsletter: Advancing Equal Access to Career Guidance Services Across Europe

Written by Author Account on August 5, 2025. Posted in Project news.

The Access Career project proudly presents the inaugural edition of its newsletter, marking the first steps towards strengthening equitable access to career guidance services throughout Europe. Co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme, Access Career brings together partners from Spain, Belgium, Italy, Greece, and Cyprus to modernise career guidance systems by equipping career counsellors with enhanced skills, tools, and inclusive methodologies. This first issue highlights key milestones, including the successful kick-off meeting in Valladolid, Spain, and the completion of a comprehensive needs...

Never Gets Old Project: Online Dating After 60: A World Full of Opportunities and Challenges

Written by Author Account on June 28, 2025. Posted in Project news.

Author: Andreea Chiru-Maga, Psychotherapist, Bucharest, Romania In an increasingly digitally connected world, online risks are becoming more and more present. A study conducted in April 2025 shows that over 60% of urban residents have been targeted by online fraud attempts, with the most common consequences being device infections with malware and financial losses. Among the most dangerous types of scams are romance scams—a growing phenomenon that primarily targets emotionally vulnerable individuals, such as those who are single, divorced, or widowed, and who are often less familiar with...