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ROBOTICS LAB ON ARDUINO: CREATING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR AUTOMATION AND PROGRAMMING

Project № 1871

Robotics Lab on Arduino: Creating Innovative Solutions for Automation and Programming

Priority: Development of higher and vocational education.

Duration of the project: 01.01.2025 – 01.01.2026

Sponsorship: FOUNDATION «FUNDATIA KRONOSPAN»

Target group: Lecturers and professors of the ERI “UEPA, students of the ERI “UEPA, teachers and students of vocational schools, as well as persons interested in retraining, advanced training and mastering the latest automation technologies.

Project goal:

Creation of a laboratory that will allow students, teachers, and VET students to master the latest Arduino-based robotics solutions, which will help introduce innovations in vocational education and professional development of teachers. It is also planned to launch joint educational projects, from conferences to specialised hackathons.

Key idea of the project:

Development of a modern concept for supporting vocational education in Ukraine using robotic systems on the Arduino platform. It envisages the creation of an innovative laboratory with subsequent internships for teachers of vocational education institutions, student training and research and educational activities for the development of future professionals.

Main project activities:

- Development of an educational platform on the basis of the ERI “UEPA with the introduction of robotic systems and modern programming and automation technologies.

- Creation of an innovative robotics laboratory that will become a training centre for students, pupils and teachers, as well as a base for research and educational activities.

- Developing and implementing modular training programmes using Arduino robotics that will help improve the skills of Ukrainian teachers in the field of automation and programming.

- Creation of an educational excellence concept for vocational educational institutions based on robotics technologies aimed at training highly qualified specialists.

- Assessment of the possibilities of using robotic solutions in the educational process and their impact on the acquisition of new knowledge and skills.

- Development of training modules for different age groups and different levels of training with a focus on the use of robotic systems in practical tasks.

- Organising hackathons, seminars and other educational events for students and teachers aimed at promoting the practical use of robotics in the educational process.

- Implementation of distance and face-to-face open access courses in robotics for students, teachers and professionals at the national and international levels.

- Development of advanced training programmes for teachers of vocational schools to facilitate the development of the latest technologies in the field of robotics.

The results of the project are aimed at introducing innovations in vocational education, enhancing the scientific and educational potential of the institution, and creating innovative content based on robotics. The laboratory will become a centre for attracting scientists and experts in robotics, forming an active community, conducting research and educational activities.


«UEPA VR/AR LABORATORY: TOWARDS THE IMPLEMENTATION OF IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN HIGHER EDUCATION AND VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS OF UKRAINE» PROJECT

Project № 1674

UEPA VR/AR Laboratory: Towards the Implementation of Immersive Technologies in Higher Education and Vocational Schools of Ukraine

Priority: Development of higher and vocational education.

Duration of the project: 01.01.2024-31.05.2025

Sponsorship: FOUNDATION «FUNDATIA KRONOSPAN»

Partners:

The main partners include representatives of the vocational education sector - State Educational Institution "Regional Center of Professional Education of Sewing Technologies and Services of Kharkiv region", State Educational Institution ‘Kharkiv Higher Vocational School of Services’, Liubotyn Vocational Lyceum of Railway Transport, State Educational Institution ‘Kupiansk Regional Centre for Vocational Education’ and other vocational educational institutions of Kharkiv Region (more than 30 institutions in line with the existing network).

Target group: Teachers and professors of ERI “UEPA, ERI “UEPA students, teachers and students of VET institutions, as well as people interested in retraining, advanced training and mastering virtual technologies in education.

Project goal:

The creation of a modern educational platform for higher and vocational education will allow expanding the research activities of the ERI “UEPA” academic an teaching staff, involving students, as well as teachers and students of VET institutions in this activity as part of professional development, cooperation, international interaction and the development of new modern experience with VR/AR.

Key idea of the project:

Developing a modern concept for supporting vocational education in Ukraine using immersive methods and virtual technologies, creating a unique innovation laboratory with subsequent internships for teachers of vocational education institutions, training students and pupils, holding educational and scientific events, and retraining future professionals.

Main project activities:

development of an educational platform based on ERI “UEPA with involvement in the development and implementation of virtual and augmented reality technologies, and the use of immersive learning technologies;

forming a modern concept of support for vocational education in Ukraine with the use of immersive methods and virtual technologies, creating a unique innovation laboratory with further training on its basis for teachers of vocational education institutions, teaching students and pupils, conducting educational and scientific events, and retraining future specialists;

creation of an innovative concept of educational excellence and leadership development in professional universities within the framework of immersive learning technologies and with the aim of creating appropriate teaching and learning support;

– implementation of a modular (certification) programme for the professional development of Ukrainian teachers.

As a result of the project, it is planned to implement a number of innovative educational projects in the field of vocational education, improve the level of educational and scientific development of the teaching staff of the institution, develop modern educational content based on VR/AR for its further implementation in the educational process, master modern innovative technologies and study the practical aspects of their implementation.

 

The VR/AR studio provides for the creation of a unique innovative environment on the basis of specially prepared premises of the Centre for Innovative Educational Technologies of the ERI "UEPA", equipped with modern VR/AR devices for the development and presentation of VR/AR content, which expands the possibilities of studying technological processes, organising virtual case studies by teachers and students

The aim of the project is to create a modern educational platform for higher and vocational education, which will expand the research activities of the ERI "UEPA" faculty, involve students, teachers and students ofVET institutions in this activity as part of professional development, cooperation, international interaction and the development of new modern experience with VR/AR.

The KRONOSPAN Foundation financed the purchase of specialised equipment for the laboratory for a total of EUR 7,215, which includes the following:

- 5 sets of Meta Quest 3 VR helmets;
- a working personal computer to work on creating virtual spaces;

- Acer Nitro 5 laptop;

- additional accessories for helmets.

The project was developed by the specialists of the Centre for Innovative Educational Technologies of the ERI "UEPA" together with Denys Borysenko, Associate Professor of the Department of Food Technologies, Light Industry and Design, and Roman Nesterenko, Deputy Head of the International Relations Department of Karazin University. With the active assistance of the Director of the Education and Research Institute “Ukrainian Engineering and Pedagogical Academy” of V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University, Professor Denys Kovalenko, co-financing was provided for the purchase of equipment and the repair of a special VR/AR studio room is being completed, where classes will be held using the equipment.

A career guidance training class is a specialised educational space aimed at helping young people identify their professional interests, develop important skills and make an informed choice of their future career path.

The main goal of the training career guidance class is to support pupils, students and other stakeholders in:

- analysing their own abilities, interests and talents;

- orientation in the modern labour market;

- creating an individual professional development plan;

- acquiring practical knowledge and skills to succeed in the chosen profession;

- practical trainings and masterclasses.

Organising classes to develop key skills, such as:

- communication and leadership;

- time management;

- team work;

- adaptation to changes;

- engaging professionals;

- meetings with representatives of various industries who share their experience and talk about the specifics of their professions.

Target audience:

- High school students choosing their future profession;

- Students seeking to better understand their career prospects;

- Young people who are looking for their place in the labour market.

 

The Centre for Creative Entrepreneurship Development (Talent Hub) was opened at the ERI "Ukrainian Engineering and Pedagogical Academy" in June 2019 as part of the Create Creative Entrepreneurs project of the “Creative Spark: Higher Education Enterprise Programme”, which is supported by the British Council.

Every year, the World Economic Forum defines “Creativity” as one of the Top 3 skills for personal development. All over the world, creative business makes a huge contribution not only to the economy, but also to the social development of society. That is why the Centre for Creative Entrepreneurship Development sees its mission as raising awareness of creative business among young people and assisting aspiring entrepreneurs who want to start and develop their own business in the creative industries.

Goals of the Talent Hub:

to provide aspiring entrepreneurs with knowledge and practical tools aimed at raising their awareness in a complex business environment;

to promote the development of the creative potential of individuals through educational seminars, trainings and consultations.

The audience of the Talent Hub includes students, young entrepreneurs and teachers.

The Talent Hub offers educational seminars, trainings and consultations on starting and managing business projects for everyone.

For students, it is a unique chance to gain knowledge from experts and consultants with practical experience in implementing creative ideas.

For teachers, it is an opportunity to introduce new approaches to the educational process.

For entrepreneurs, it is an opportunity to gain relevant knowledge in a convenient way.

TEX4YUA - Стала досконалість української молоді в текстильній та швейній промисловості 

Проєкт TEX4YUA реалізується в рамках програми Шведського інституту SI Baltic Sea Neighbourhood Programme 

Період реалізації проєкту 2 роки (з 1 грудня 2023 по 30 листопада 2025 року).

Мета проєкту: надати українській учнівській та студентській молоді, викладачам, які перебувають на старті кар’єри, а також молодим працівникам текстильної промисловості знання, навички та інноваційне мислення в галузі текстилю, щоб стати конкурентоспроможними на міжнародному ринку. Проєкт також має на меті сприяти інноваціям та забезпечити викладацький склад передовими педагогічними методами та дослідницькими підходами. 

Задачі проєкту:

-         підвищення інтересу молоді до програм, спрямованих на розвиток текстильної промисловості в Україні;

-         розширення можливостей молодих людей, залучених до текстильної промисловості в Україні;

-         створення онлайн-платформи для обміну ресурсами та комплексними навчальними матеріалами;

-         посилення співпраці між партнерами;

-         підготовка нових заявок на фінансування від ЄС для забезпечення майбутньої підтримки розвитку    молодих фахівців текстильної галузі в Україні.

Проєктний консорціум:

-         University of Borås (Швеція);

-         Українська інженерно-педагогічна академія;

-         Луцький національний технічний університет;

-         НГО «Інноваційна генерація».

 

Проєкт «A Career Roadmap for Women’s Leadership in Higher Education in Ukraine» реалізується в рамках програми проєктів у сфері гендерної рівності ініціативи Going Global Partnerships від Британської Ради
Період реалізації проєкту 1 рік (з 1 січня 2023 по 31 грудня 2023 року).
Мета проєкту: визначити бар’єри і виклики, з якими стикаються жінки-лідери у вищих навчальних закладах в Україні та Великій Британії, а також сприяти розбудові потенціалу вищих навчальних закладів в Україні та розширенню можливостей для жінок-науковців і жінок-лідерів у вищій освіті шляхом розроблення кар’єрної дорожньої карти «Жінки-лідери у вищій освіті» з урахуванням гендерних аспектів, культурного та соціально-політичного контексту України, предметних напрямків досліджень.
Задачі проєкту:
- виявити бар’єри і виклики, з якими стикаються жінки-лідери у закладах вищої освіти в Україні та Великій Британії;
- сприяти розбудові потенціалу жіночого лідерства у ЗВО України;
- розширити можливостей для жінок-науковців і жінок-лідерів у вищій освіті.
Проєктний консорціум:
- Університет Бедфордширу (Лутон, Велика Британія);
- Харківський національний економічний університет ім. Семена Кузнеця;
- Українська інженерно-педагогічна академія (асоційований партнер);
- НГО «Інноваційна генерація» (асоційований партнер)