Supporting problem based learning through IT facilitated mentoring

The project will develop a framework for organisational problem based learning (PBL) and support the use of this form of learning combined with other methods which are widely adopted in SMEs such as informal/social learning. It will do this through formal and informal mentoring processes, e-learning content and IT based social networking. The main project objectives are:

• Collect best practices in PBL and other forms of learning used by SMEs.
• Develop an organizational PBL framework with effective support mechanisms such as mentoring and ICT based social networking
• Create a curriculum and training modules to train mentors.
• Create a curriculum and training for staff in SMEs in PBL blended with other learning forms .
• Accredit the training course and recognition of such forms of learning in three Higher education institutes in Europe
• Test training in several SMEs.
• Create a learner-mentor network supported by an IT platform.
• Develop a transferability model for other companies.