Erasmus for All – a simple introduction

Posted: May 10, 2013 | Author: | Filed under: Erasmus for All, Lifelong Learning Programme, Social media, Uncategorized | Tags: , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments »

If you’ve been keeping track of developments on the new education, youth and sport programme due to start next year, you’ll know that it’s quite a complicated area! With this in mind, we’ve asked our LLP Director, Chris Walker, to explain the proposal for the new programme as simply as possible…this short film is the result. Read the rest of this entry »

Read the latest edition of edUKation

Posted: May 1, 2013 | Author: | Filed under: Apprentices, Erasmus for All, Grundtvig, Leonardo, Lifelong Learning Programme, Transversal, Uncategorized | Tags: , , , , , , , | Leave a comment »

The latest edition of edUKation is now available to download.  edUKation is our quarterly newsletter containing updates from the Leonardo, Grundtvig and Transversal programmes.

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In issue 21 you can read about how Borders College scooped the International Award at the 2012 Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) ceremony for their links and partnerships developed through mobility projects. You can also read about:

  • Enhancing skills and employability of UK Apprenticeships
  • Erasmus for All: moving closer to the new programme
  • 2013 European Year of Citizens

Download issue 21 of edUKation

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Erasmus for All – Charter for Higher Education Institutions

Posted: March 26, 2013 | Author: | Filed under: Erasmus for All, Lifelong Learning Programme | Tags: | Leave a comment »

The European Commission has today published a Call for Higher Education Institutions as part of the Erasmus for All programme, even though the programme itself has not been agreed.

The Call is specifically to set up contracts between the European Commission and Higher Education Institutions (also known as HEIs) which will then allow HEIs to apply for funding under the new programme from 2014 onwards. It is not a Call for funding and does not affect any other kind of organisation.

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Funding opportunities under the Leonardo programme are now closed

Posted: February 22, 2013 | Author: | Filed under: Erasmus for All, Leonardo, Lifelong Learning Programme, Mobility, Transfer of Innovation | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment »

As many of you will be aware the Lifelong Learning Programme is coming to an end and will be replaced by the next generation of funding programme.  While we are excited to see what the new programme will bring it does, sadly, mean that Leonardo, Grundtvig and Transversal funding will draw to a close by the end of 2013.

The deadlines for Mobility Projects, Partnerships and Transfer of Innovation have now passed which, in practical terms, means that there is no more funding available under the Leonardo programme.  If you have submitted an application in 2013 for any of these opportunities you will hear whether you have been successful or not in Summer 2013.

Do not worry, while the funding is drawing to a close, any successful application received in 2013 for Mobility Projects, Partnerships or Transfer of Innovation will be funded for the entire project lifecycle. Read the rest of this entry »

CULT Committee Press Release

Posted: December 14, 2012 | Author: | Filed under: Erasmus for All | Tags: , | Leave a comment »

Those of you who have been following our Erasmus for All updates may be interested to know that the CULT Committee have published a press release about their recent vote on Erasmus for All. You can find the press release which contains a useful summary of the key changes the Committee supports here. The European Parliament will meet in January 2013 to decide whether to endorse the Committee’s approach.

CULT Committee Says YES Europe!

Posted: November 27, 2012 | Author: | Filed under: Erasmus for All | Tags: , , , , , , | 3 Comments »

Today saw the CULT Committee, which is responsible for drawing up the European Parliament’s proposal for the next generation of programmes, vote on the what the contents of the proposal should be.

Over 1000 amendments were introduced by MEPs to the European Commission’s original proposal and were voted on today. Due to the number of amendments considered, it isn’t possible to give you a detailed run down of all the changes and decisions. We have been able to pull out some of the most important amendments which should be confirmed in a final report from the Committee in the new year.

  • Endorsement of the name ‘YES Europe’ and rejection of other names proposed including ‘Erasmus for All’ and ‘Lifelong Learning Programme’.
  • Endorsement of separate chapters for education, youth and sport.
  • Definitions of lifelong learning, mobility activities and so on have been expanded to cover a wider range of activities.
  • Concern to broaden scope of youth activities, protect social inclusion element of programme, and emphasise non-formal and informal learning in the sector.
  • Increased emphasis on third countries and ‘international’ co-operation (not just European).

The proposal will now go to the European Parliament for a vote in January. It isn’t all over for ‘Erasmus for All’ just yet…

What are your thoughts?

We’ll continue to bring you the latest updates from the vote but why not let us know your thoughts and opinions on the confirmed amendments to the proposal? You can watch the CULT Committee meeting at http://www.europarl.europa.eu/ep-live/en/committees/video?event=20121127-0900-COMMITTEE-CULT and tweet us @llpUKecorys or leave a comment below.

Erasmus for All…..MEPs propose a new name

Posted: September 24, 2012 | Author: | Filed under: Erasmus for All | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment »

The European Parliament’s Culture and Education Committee met on the 19 September to discuss the Erasmus for All report compiled by Doris Pack, Chair of the Committee.  The report sets out some significant changes and recommendations to the Commissions current proposal for the next generation of programmes.

The name ‘Erasmus for All’ has always been unpopular with the Committee.  As part of her work, Doris Pack asked the European Commission to suggest a new name and this was put forward for the first time during the meeting – Youth, Education and Sport Europe – ‘YES Europe’. The proposed new name received overall support from the Committee.

Doris Pack gave clarification on some of the recommendations outlined in the report, this included: Read the rest of this entry »

Inspiring a generation

Posted: September 12, 2012 | Author: | Filed under: Lifelong Learning Programme | Tags: , , , , | Leave a comment »

Reportedly more than 4 million people visited the Olympic Park for the London 2012 games over the Summer. I was lucky enough to be one of those people and as I arrived at the Olympic Park what immediately struck me was the enormity of the whole event. From the sheer scale of the park, to being greeted by the excellent ‘games makers’, through to seeing proud Olympians holding aloft their medals, the dedication by all involved to make this ‘the greatest show on earth’ totally shone through.

With so many sports on offer, it was quite a challenge to decide which to see, but amongst the several events I saw was the very popular Goalball. This is a game which combines skill, judgement, concentration and excellent spatial awareness as athletes with varying degrees of visual impairment compete wearing eyeshades.

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Looking to the future

Posted: September 7, 2012 | Author: | Filed under: Grundtvig, Leonardo, Lifelong Learning Programme, Transversal | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment »

It is a big welcome back to all of you who have been off for the Summer holidays, we look forward to tweeting with you and also seeing you at our upcoming events.  If you are just getting back into the swing of things, here is some of what you missed during August:

  • The 2013 Call for Proposals was released.
    This is the last round of funding under the current Lifelong Learning Programme, the application forms and guidance will soon be available on our websites and we’ll keep you up to date with the latest via our websites, e-flashes, twitter and of course on our blog.
  • Erasmus for All, the next steps.
    The Culture and Education Committee met for their first official exchange of views on the proposal and we looked at the next steps before the new funding programme starts in 2014.
  • Changes to the Grundtvig website
    We’ve been working hard to make sure the journey through Grundtvig funding is as easy as possible, making changes to the website will help you through the application process whether you are an individual or an organisation.

What’s next?

It is a busy time for us with the start of our Information Days (there is still time to register for an event near you) and the release of our application forms. We are also nearing the end of our competition (there is still time to enter although time is running out!) and have also published the latest edition of edUKation.

What are the next steps for you? Are you attending one of our Information Days? Or are you still looking for partners for a project? Why not let us know your next steps and your questions in the comments and we’ll be happy to help.

Read the latest edition of edUKation

Posted: September 5, 2012 | Author: | Filed under: Grundtvig, Leonardo, Lifelong Learning Programme, Transversal | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment »

The latest edition of edUKation is now available to download.  edUKation is our quarterly newsletter containing updates from the Leonardo, Grundtvig and Transversal programmes.

edUKation 20In this edition

In issue 20 you can read about how Filton College is supporting the Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence with the help of the Leonardo programme. You can also read about:

  • Erasmus for All: a diary of events
  • Developing successful partnerships
  • Inclusion, celebrating Lifelong Learning for All

Download issue 20 of edUKation

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