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Aalto University microlearning playbook in the making
The objective of the common playbook is to show the relevance of microlearning and introduce a topical pedagogical approach to educators and Aalto community.
Summer school teacher interview: Discover sustainable solutions for a better future with the Circular Economy summer course
The innovative Circular Economy course encourages students to adopt a multidisciplinary approach to understanding resources and sustainability.
User research on lifewide learning platform needs
Aalto University is conducting a survey to gather feedback on lifewide learning platform needs. The aim is to research user needs for personalized and engaging learning experiences, and to seek feedback from a diverse range of participants.
Aalto is developing its lifewide learning offering – microcredentials can now be used to build on existing competence
Microcredentials are particularly useful for meeting rapidly emerging competence needs.
Course registration for open university courses starts soon!
Course registration for open university courses beginning in early summer starts on 4th of April or 12th of April. Registration period for courses taught in the late summer starts on 6th of June. Starting this summer, we are switching to new course registration system, Sisu.
The FITech study offering for summer has been published
The application period for FITech summer courses is ongoing.
Seed funding launched to encourage lifewide learning development
Aalto University is now offering seed funding to support lifewide learning projects within Schools and Departments. With grants of up to 100k€ per year, this initiative provides an opportunity for Schools and Departments to pursue innovative projects that foster the development of lifewide learning and create sustainable learning solutions for individuals and industry needs.
Are you prepared to explore radical creativity this August?
The Radical Creativity Summer School inspires and guides participants to explore and experiment with innovative methods of working towards a more sustainable future. 'This is a condensed package of inspiration, akin to a candy shop where you can sample a variety of flavours.'
5 reasons to choose Aalto University Summer School this summer
The future is made this summer at Aalto University – by joining Aalto University Summer School courses, you can gain valuable skills for working life and expand your networks globally.
Aalto University Junior reached 28 000 children and young people in 2022
Thousands of lines of code, hundreds of metres of hot glue and innumerous questions! Aalto University Junior has insprired children and young people to question and explore for five years now.
Pupils designed logos at Aalto University Junior workshop
Herttoniemenranta's fifth-graders unleashed their creativity
The Adventures in Entrepreneurship Law course, produced as talk show videos and podcasts, is now available to everyone
A practical course for learning the key themes of business law
FITech's Turku project ended – the level of learning and co-operation between universities increased
The project covered 609 courses and more than 20,200 course participations.
Aalto University Summer School application period for summer 2023 opens
The curriculum for summer 2023 includes five undergraduate courses and three graduate courses aimed at a multidisciplinary and international audience.
First Time Manager training gives guidance for new supervisors, team leaders and project managers
Students will find out what kind of skills and knowledge a person starting in their first managerial position should have.
Call for Idea Proposals for Lifewide Learning ends soon
The best proposals will receive up to 10,000 euro-pilot funding. The deadline for pilot funding is January 16th 2023.
Aalto University has launched a corporate collaboration with Murata to support lifewide learning
The collaboration has produced a website representing hand-picked courses for Murata’s employees.
Summer School alum story: "Nordic Biomaterials is ideal for getting inspiration and new ideas for projects"
Nordic Biomaterials by CHEMARTS inspires students to combine design and material science for new cellulose-driven concepts and ideas.
Call for Idea Proposals for Lifewide Learning has been continued
The new deadline for pilot funding is January 16th 2023.