We are pleased to announce the Final Conference of the OER-CODEX Project, a pivotal event showcasing the project’s achievements and exploring the future of Open Educational Resources (OER) within the framework of Open Science and Virtual Collaborative Learning (VCL). The conference will take place on 14 January 2025, hosted by EMUNI University in Piran, Slovenia, with the option to participate online.
This event will bring together experts, educators, and professionals to discuss the project’s contributions to the development and sustainability of OER. It is an excellent opportunity to gain insights into innovative practices, engage in meaningful dialogue, and expand your professional network.
The day’s program features a range of activities, including:
- Presentations on the results of the OER-CODEX project and its partner consortium.
- Insights into the OER-CODEX course curricula and e-platform.
- Discussions on how OER supports collaborative online learning within the Open Science framework, featuring related projects like COWEB, Open-Asia, and Oscar 2.0.
- Sessions on the sustainability and impact of the OER-CODEX project.
In addition to these academic and professional highlights, participants attending in person can enjoy a guided study visit through the historical and cultural landmarks of Piran and an evening of networking over a social dinner.
Event Details:
Venue: EMUNI University, Kidričevo nabrežje 2, Piran, Slovenia & Online
Date: 14 January 2025
Programme:
08:30 – 09:00 Registration and welcome
09:15 – 10:45
Overview of OER-CODEX Outcomes and Introduction to the Consortium Partners
Dr. Eric Schoop, Dresden University of Technology, Germany
Digital skills for online and collaborative learning environments
Dr. Sarita Paudel, IMC University of Applied Science, Krems, Austria
10:45 – 11:00 Coffee break
11:00 – 12:30
Virtual Collaboration in Action: Key Lessons from Developing OERs with Educators
Dr. Aušra Rutkienė, Dr. Giedrė Tamoliūnė, Indrė Oleškevičienė, Vytautas Magnus University, Kaunas, Lithuania
The OER-CODEX Experience: Connecting the Dots Between Piloting and Sustainable Impact
Dr. Dorsaf Ben Malek, Dr. Valerij Dermol, Dr. Nada Trunk Širca, Dr. Tamar Dolidze, Grace Liyai, Dr. Martin Munyao, Špela Dermol, EMUNI University, Piran, Slovenia
12:30 – 13:15
Sustainable Implementation of Virtual Collaborative Learning: Synergies Between the COWEB Project and Open Educational Resources (OER)
Dr. Esmir Demaj, EPOKA University, Albania, Mattis Altmann, Dresden University of Technology, Germany
13:15 – 13:30 Closing Remarks of the OER-CODEX Conference
13:45 – 15:00 Lunch
14:30 – 16:30 Guided Study Visit of Piran – A Historical and Cultural Experience
18:30 – 21:00 Social dinner and networking
Whether you join us in person or online, we look forward to your participation. Register now to secure your spot and be part of this important milestone in advancing Open Educational Resources.
Warm regards,
The EMUNI Project Team
