Lifelong Learning Programme Information Day
INTRODUCTION
The MASS Project?
What is the MASS Project? A consortium brought together to pilot an innovative methodology in measuring soft skills to a variety of different countries, contexts and target groups
MASS Partnership Angus College, Scotland Adult Learning and Employment, Sweden Roc Aventus, Netherlands Bureau Zuidema, Netherlands Second Chance School of Neapolis, Greece Teacher Training Centre Of Bucharest, Romania
OUTLINE OF PROJECT
Why we applied to LLP Faith in product Positive feedback Response from EU visitors To share To learn more To improve product To satisfy professional curiosity
Main Objectives & Activities Shares methodology devised at Angus College to promote soft skills development with More Choices More Chances/NEET group 6 partnership meetings with themed workshops Dissemination event in Brussels
Online and paper teaching resources Lesson plans Guides for tutors, trainers or teachers Website Results, Outcomes & Impacts
MASS Website
APPLICATION PROCESS
Grundtvig In-service Training Grant LdV Vetpro Mobility LdV Preparatory Visit Grant Grundtvig Partnership Finding the Partners
Writing the Application Outsourced Key experts within organisation Partners Guidance documents
Tips on Writing Start early... very early Map everything out Search for other similar projects Identify “innovation out” and “innovation in” Involve partners in research Give partners a suggested budget to start Allow time for financial tables
BENEFITS
Benefits to the Participants Higher profile for organisation Staff morale and motivation Staff development Funds to improve services Opportunity to see Europe
Benefits continued
TIPS ON LLP PROJECT MANAGEMENT / INVOLVEMENT
Tips for Working with Ecotec Attend start up events Get to know your manager Ask about anything and everything UK rules apply in all decisions
Tips for Project Management Include adequate time for financial management Finance manager to meet partners Be prepared to be a negotiator and diplomat Get your website done quickly
MASS Kick Off Meeting, Thessaloniki, Greece, November 2009
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