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Project Dream

DREAM (Digital Resilience for European Microenterprises) is an innovative and timely project that tackles the challenges of COVID-19 and digitalization in the two worlds of Vocational Education & Training (VET) and Small and Medium Enterprises, with a focus on microenterprises with less than 10 staff (MSMEs).

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Mapping

The consortium will carry out a mapping and stock taking of Digital Entrepreneurship challenges for MSMEs

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Guidelines

After a pilot period in which the quality of the
training material will be tested the corresponding findings will be analysed

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Training

DREAM Toolkit will contribute to improve the digital resilience of European MSMEs

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Date : 2024-10-30

DREAM Project Releases Post-Piloting Document: A Roadmap for Enhancing Digital Resilience in Micro-Businesses Across Europe

"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." - Alvin Toffler Europe 2023-2025 – The DREAM project, an initiative aimed at strengthening digital resilience among European micro-businesses, has released its post-piloting document, which provides valuable insights and recommendations for policymakers and VET providers to enhance digital skills development and support entrepreneurship. The piloting phase of the DREAM project involved 138 participants across multiple regions in Europe, who engaged with various training modules on the Digital DREAM Lab platform (https://www.digital-dream-lab.eu/). The platform is designed to enhance digital resilience and entrepreneurship skills among micro and small to medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Feedback was collected from participants, trainers, and partners to assess the platform's usability, the relevance of the training content, and the overall learning experience. In addition to the in-person pilot program, the DREAM Digital Lab has also been tested online by 565 users. Analysis of platform usage patterns revealed valuable data on user preferences and areas for improvement. This data, combined with feedback from the in-person pilot program participants, has allowed the DREAM project to create a comprehensive roadmap for future development and implementation of digital skills training. The post-piloting document highlights the need to: Build digital literacy as a foundational skill. Support flexible and inclusive training formats. Incentivize digital transformation for MSMEs. Integrate emerging technologies in training programs. Provide ongoing support and follow-up. It also offers guidelines for integrating digital resilience training into VET programs, ensuring that the training meets the practical needs of MSMEs and contributes to economic development. These guidelines include: Designing training programs with core content available online, supplemented by in-person sessions. Incorporating real-world case studies and practical applications to provide hands-on experience. Developing continuous learning pathways that allow participants to progress from foundational to advanced digital skills training. The DREAM project is committed to working with policymakers, VET providers, and other stakeholders to implement these recommendations and ensure that the Digital DREAM Lab remains a valuable resource for building digital skills across Europe.

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Date : 2024-10-15

DREAM Project Concludes with Final Meeting in Málaga

Málaga, Spain - 15 October 2024: The DREAM project, an ambitious initiative designed to tackle the challenges of COVID-19 and digitalization in the two worlds of VET and SMEs across Europe, officially concluded with a closing meeting held on 15 October 2024 in Málaga, Spain. Representatives from all project partners gathered to review the project’s achievements, reflect on the lessons learned, and discuss the future impact of the project’s outcomes on digital education and innovation. The meeting marked the culmination of a multi-year collaboration between educational institutions, technology companies, and research organizations from across Europe. Together, these partners worked towards the project’s mission to advance digital competencies and resilience and foster innovation in learning environments through cutting-edge digital tools and methodologies. Celebrating the Achievements of the Digital Dream Lab During the final meeting, the partners reviewed the key milestones of the project, including the successful development and implementation of the project platform, Digital DREAM Lab, aimed at enhancing educational experiences for students and educators. One of the highlights of the project was the creation of a user-friendly platform for interactive, immersive learning experiences. The DREAM training, designed with both educators and learners in mind, have been piloted in several settings, with positive feedback and promising results. The project also produced valuable research on the future of digital learning and the importance of fostering digital literacy skills across all levels of education. The results were disseminated through different means, ensuring that the insights gained from the DREAM project will have a lasting impact on education policy and practice across Europe. A Collaborative Journey The closing meeting in Málaga provided an opportunity for the project partners to reflect on their collective efforts and the significance of their collaboration. "The DREAM project has been a transformative journey for all of us. We have not only developed innovative resources but also built a strong network of collaborators who are passionate about the future of digital education," said a representative from IT Solutions for All. "As the project concludes, we are confident that its legacy will continue to shape the future of education in Europe and beyond." Looking Ahead While the DREAM project officially ends, its impact will continue through the dissemination of the project’s findings and the ongoing use of the developed tools. Several partners have already expressed interest in expanding on the work initiated by DREAM, exploring future projects that build on the project’s success. The project has also established a foundation for long-term collaborations between educators, technology developers, and policymakers aimed at driving innovation in digital education. Final Deliverables and Future Impact In addition to the training and research outputs, the project produced the Policy Paper, a comprehensive set of lessons learned for policy makers and guidelines for future training in VET ecosystem, aimed at integrating digital innovation into mainstream education systems. These recommendations will be available in the Digital Dream Lab, www.digital-dream-lab.eu. For more information on the DREAM project and its final results, please visit www.digital-dream-lab.eu.