Welcome to Block.Ed Project!
The project seeks to revolutionize e-learning by bridging the skills gap through dynamic micro-credentials for adult trainers, all powered by an innovative integrated blockchain platform.
What is Block.Ed about
Our project addresses the skills gap in e-learning by implementing micro-credentials, creating flexible learning pathways for adult trainers. We will enhance their skills through short programs focused on instructional design and technology, culminating in the awarding of these credentials. Additionally, we aim to increase trust in micro-credentials by integrating a blockchain-enabled platform with modern LMS systems.
Results
FRAMEWORK
for microcredentials validation, incl. tools and resources to support professionals in self-assessment & continuous improvement of their short learning programs
BlockEd COURSE
on how to efficiently integrate micro-credentials in educational offerings; learning activity/ToT
PLATFORM
blockchain-enabled micro-credential provisioning PLATFORM seamlessly integrated to a state-of-the-art LMS
Target group
Direct
- Educational institutions: curriculum developers, instructional designers, facilitators & trainers; administrators
- Technology providers: LMS developers/administrators, edtech companies
- Government & regulatory bodies: ministries/departments & accreditation bodies
Indirect
- Quality Assurance & Assessment Entities
- Community & Non-Profit Organizations
- Funding & Financial Entities
- International Organizations supporters of educational initiatives
- Professional Associations, Professional Bodies
Partners
Astra
The non-governmental, non-political, and voluntary association of natural and legal persons established in 1998. We provide lifelong learning, we support research and development capacities, build relationships among non-profit, academic and commercial spheres, and public administration. Following its vision ‘Slovakia is a better place for happy life of well-educated people which cooperate and take the responsibility for themselves and their regions’, ASTRA focuses mainly on:
- support & development of human and institutional capacity
- education & training activities with emphasis on eLearning, work based & distance learning
- promotion & support of social inclusion, diversity, and employment
development of innovative & human potential with the special focus on personal resilience & emotional intelligence, and development of regions with respect to innovation, and ICT
IDEC
IDEC is a training consulting company located in Piraeus, Greece. Specialized in providing training, management consulting, quality assurance, and digital solutions for both private and public sectors.
IDEC has extensive experience in European projects and in European policies regarding lifelong learning and in particular EQF, ECVET, Europass, EQAVET, validation of non-formal and informal learning, work based learning & apprenticeship schemes and in national reforms of education and training systems.
IDEC also shares consulting experience in developing quality management systems in Greek training centres and shares expertise in quality management, certification, design of training contents based on ECVET, software and multimedia development, internet applications, distance learning, e-business and e-commerce.
HOU
Hellenic Open University (HOU) is a public University founded in 1992.
The primary objectives are:
- offering university level education using distance learning methodologies; developing appropriate materials and teaching methods; promoting the scientific and applied research in the field of distance and lifelong learning.
- HOU offers formal and informal adult education using distance learning.
- HOU consists of four Schools (Science and Technology, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Applied Arts)
DIE
The German Institute for Adult Education – Leibniz Centre for Lifelong Learning is a research institution of the Leibniz Association. We pursue the goal of contributing to the personal development, democratic social participation and employability of adults. We work to increase the quality of continuing education and to improve the education of adults.
DIE services are provided in two sectors: Research Sector and Infrastructure Sector
SVEB
SVEB is the umbrella organisation of general and vocational adult learning in Switzerland. It’s an NGO representing nationwide private and state institutions, associations, representatives responsible for adult education on a cantonal level, institutions, in-house training departments and personnel managers. It also extends its reach to individuals who are active in adult education (lifelong learning). SVEB promotes cooperation among adult learning institutions, raises public awareness for lifelong learning and supports its members in their activities.
AZULCHAIN
AZULchain, established in Albufeira, Portugal, in 2023, develops innovative learning solutions for corporate clients and educational providers in digital environments. The company’s main activity is developing a streamlined solution to design and verify Microcredentials in a single platform (Micoo) and providing services based on blockchain technology.
AZULchain operates as a Digital Competence Centre, empowering individuals and organisations to use new technologies in their learning and human resources management workflows. The company is also active in the creation of websites, web communities, web applications and e-commerce solutions
HT APPS
HT Apps is a software house with agritech and business app development as its core business. The wealth of experience developed by HT Apps since 2004 has enabled it to develop user friendly business management software suitable for all businesses. HT Apps participates in national and international research and development projects, in cooperation with companies and organisations from all over Europe.
