A Platform to Enable Modularization
Summary of the project
This innovative initiative aims to facilitate the modularization of education at TU/e, focusing on learners from the TU/e community, the Brainport community, and partners from the EWUU and EuroTeQ alliances. By integrating a multi-functional digital platform, we seek to provide students with easy and safe access to the educational content they need, enhancing flexibility and supporting just-in-time interaction and feedback.
Background Information: Modularization involves creating an aligned array of knowledge modules that allow students to learn key concepts and theories efficiently. This approach supports TU/e's vision of education, which emphasizes flexibility, digital learning, and the development of essential skills. Currently, existing platforms at TU/e have room for improvement in supporting modularization, particularly in terms of findability, easy access, interoperability, and reusability (FAIR principles). Inspired by the Suisse MOOC Service (SMS) platform at EPFL, this project proposes piloting a similar tool at TU/e. The SMS platform allows access to course content fragments based on keyword searches, providing a user-friendly and GDPR-compliant alternative to current tools like Coursera. The pilot will involve eight modularized courses from various departments, aiming to enhance learning outcomes, improve student engagement, and support professional learners.
Aim of the project
The primary aim of the "A Platform to Enable Modularization" project is to develop and implement a robust digital platform that supports the modularization of educational content at TU/e.
Project Objectives:
- Enhance Flexibility: By providing easy access to modularized educational content, we aim to support students in finding the knowledge they need without the barriers of traditional course enrollment systems.
- Support Blended Learning: The platform will facilitate blended learning by making modules available for both on-campus and online use, supporting just-in-time interaction and feedback.
- Improve Accessibility: The project seeks to create a FAIR knowledge environment where educational content is easily findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable.
- Facilitate Professional Education: The platform will also support professional learners and students from partner universities, enhancing the reach and impact of TU/e's educational offerings.
The project will involve piloting the SMS platform, conducting a business analysis to ensure it meets our expectations, and integrating it with existing educational resources. The ultimate goal is to provide a seamless and efficient learning experience that aligns with TU/e's vision of education, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Results and learnings
This project is still ongoing.
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