The University of Ljubljana is organizing an event entitled "Where Education Meets Web3," scheduled for 2 October 2024 in Bled, Slovenia. The event will focus on the impact of Web3 technology on quality assurance in higher education. Please be informed that the agenda is preliminary and formats of some sessions may slightly change.

Key discussions will focus on strategic decisions essential for adapting to upcoming legislation, such as:

• Council Recommendation on micro-credentials for lifelong learning and employability (June 16, 2022);
• The European Parliament’s resolution to create a European Education Area by 2025;
• eIDAS2 Compliance and GDPR in line with EBSI regulations.

Key Topics:

• Development of micro-courses for VET (vocational education and training) aligned with industry needs;
• Strategies for tackling dropout rates and making the educational process engaging and effective;
• European Mobility Programs; 
• Demonstration of new technologies planned for implementation (here Web3 will be involved).

The agenda of the event has an esteemed lineup of speakers, including representatives from:

• Higher Education Directorate of the Republic of Slovenia
• Member of INQAAHE and THEQC’;
• President of the Programme Committee for Micro-credentials at the University of Ljubljana;
• European Student Union members;
• OECD members;
• Member of Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia.

This event is organized with the help of Data Trust, a national hub, that connects and supports business and technological expertise, technologies, and best practices.

To learn more about the event, click here. To register for the event, click here.

Additionally, if you need more detailed information about the event, do not hesitate to reach out by contacting Mr. Bostjan Sinkovec via bostjan.sinkovec@sbra.be

The University of Ljubljana has extensive expertise in developing micro-credentials for micro-courses, having been heavily involved in the ESSA project. The University of Ljubljana is at the forefront of offering accredited micro-courses, complemented by micro-credentials in both paper and digital formats, eligible for up to 6 ECTS points. The University of Ljubljana is currently in the accreditation and verification process with ASIIN, which could make it one of the first universities to have our courses listed in the EQAR’s DEQAR database.

As new regulations on lifelong learning are emerging, the University of Ljubljana is in a strong position to share its knowledge with other universities, offering insights, sharing its experiences, and providing guidance on compliance with European Commission standards and regulations. Therefore, the agenda is aligned with the European Quality Framework and the work of accreditation organizations across Europe.