Open studies as a tool for building up competences: case bioeconomy entrepreneurship ECMT+ Teacher Workshop Poznan 14th Dec 2017 Helena Puhakka-Tarvainen & Mervi Lätti Karelia University of Applied Sciences

Content Background: Open university and working-life oriented pedagogy in Finland Bioeconomy – what is it? CASE: Key competences for future entrepreneurs in bioeconomy sector Knowledge portfolio for bioeconomy expertise Workshop

Karelia University of Applied Sciences UASes aim for High quality education to the labour market Future oriented know-how and working life based commissions during studies Competent staff and skilled students Education, RD&I, Services, Regional development

Education System in Finland: The Frame of Open Higher Education Open Universities Mostly publicly funded based on results (MinEdu) study fees max 15 e / 1 ECTS cr 14 Universities + 25 UAS’s  Integral parts of universities  Studies follow the curricula of degree programmes  Non-degree granting, but credits earned can contribute to University degree or upgrade your qualifications. The objective is to offer everyone opportunities to develop their competences, to raise their level of education and to receive retraining - regardless of education and age.  Studyinfo.fi – Open Studies Tytti #AVOTesr EADTU 26.10.2017

Bioeconomy – what is it? Why bioeconomy? Transition from fossil to renewable economy Global sustainable development goals Strong emphasis in Finnish national and regional strategies Huge potential for new innovations across sectors

CASE: Key competences for future entrepreneurs in bioeconomy sector Methodology: Future wheel How do you see the world in 2030 related to bioeconomy? Which kind of competences students need to work in such a world? How to teach those competences? Interviews & surveys Literature & reports

CASE: Key competences for future entrepreneurs in bioeconomy sector Key findings Sectoral borders disappear Occupational structures change rapidly Digitalisation & robotics Understanding processes Deep knowledge vs. universal skills Future businesses will rise from special narrow sectors Level of basic knowledge in natural sciences is too low Working life skills & capability for life-long learning Need for systematic dialogue between HEIs & working life (especially SMEs)

Competences for bioeconomy Other skills Working life skills & basic sectoral skills Special expertise vs. multiple skills Knowledge of the bioeconomy operational environment Agriculture and forest industry ICT Natural sciences Energy Economy & entrepre-neuship Recycling, waste management & circular economy Innovations & product development Science & research International & language skills Environment

Knowledge portfolio for bioeconomy expertise Examples of courses in the portfolio: Globalisation and Corporate Responsibility (5 ECTS) Hazardous Materials Sustainable Management Water and Waste Water Treatment and Utilization (5 ECTS) Climate Change and Air Pollution Forest Energy Joint effort of Finnish open universities and universities of applied sciences Aim is to serve business & entrepreneurs to improve their skills smoothly on the side of everyday work Portfolio of open university on-line courses covering all sectors of bioeconomy Obligatory course “Perspectives on Bioeconomy” (2 ECTS)

Knowledge portfolio for bioeconomy expertise Entrepreneurship and learning business mind-set is integrated in curricula Networking among other professionals Personal competence needs considered during studies Co-creation of portfolio with local businesses Open badge to prove improvement of skills

Let’s do education together and create new agile networks! Let’s think together how to improve entrepreneur competences by using flexible methodologies and pedagogies We will work in small groups of 4-5 persons Groups will have 12 minutes time for brainstorming new products for working-life oriented higher education After brainstorming, pitch your idea in 2 minutes Let you imagination fly, don't be too critical When you pitch your idea, we would like to hear: What is the name of the new module you have built? Why is your competence module absolutely needed in working life? What is the target group? Which parts does the competence module consist of? Can you provide them or do you need a broader network? (How will you reach the target group? (marketing)) (How are the studies implemented?) Finally: exchange emails and continue the good work in your newborn network! 

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