Dive into the world of educational technology and innovation with Carmen Tomás as she goes into the origins of SEK Lab and explores the latest trends in Spanish EdTech with industry expert Félix López (SEK Lab Edtech Accelerator Director) 🎓💡.Félix has been at the helm of the SEK Lab, part of the SEK Education Group, for nearly a decade. Under his leadership, SEK Lab has become a pioneering model of educational innovation, actively supporting over 100 EdTech startups, with an impressive 70% still thriving today ✅🚀.As a central hub in Spain's EdTech landscape, SEK Lab’s success is deeply intertwined with the SEK Education Group's mission to champion innovation in education 📚🌍. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the current and future trends of educational innovation, guided by leading experts in the field 👩‍🏫📈.

🎙️ Unlocking Innovation: The CDTM Story 🚀Join Carmen Tomas and Michael Fröhlich as they dive into the fascinating origins of the Center for Digital Technology and Management (CDTM) 🌐! From Munich to Valencia, CDTM is revolutionizing entrepreneurship education for undergrads 📚.🔍 Michael reveals the secret sauce behind CDTM's success: rigorous selection, multidisciplinary teams, real-world problem-solving, student autonomy, and trust-building 🤝.📊 We explore the impact of CDTM—both by the numbers and through the stories of those who've been part of it. Discover how CDTM creates virtuous circles by uniting talent, communities, industry, and universities to tackle challenges together 🌟.Tune in for an inspiring journey of innovation and collaboration! 🎧

Join Carmen Tomás as she sits down with Inés Martínez, co-founder & CEO of FarmaLeaders Talento, to uncover an inspiring journey of impact and innovation! This remarkable success story illustrates how innovative collaboration with communities and employers is creating high value learning and talent solutions.What started as a response to gaps in university education has grown into a thriving community dedicated to empowering pharmacy graduates. FarmaLeaders connects talent with top employers, offering:Affordable & accessible online master's programs100+ employer partnerships Guaranteed paid internships for students This is a game-changer for young professionals looking to kickstart their careers in pharmacy!  In just 2 years, they have 600+ graduates And guess what? This is just the beginning. Stay tuned for even more exciting developments! Visit our website and subscribe: https://www.hlexpodcast.com/subscribeVisit FarmaLeaders Talento: https://www.farmaleaderstalento.comCredits: Presenters: Carmen Tomas & Inés Martínez Music: Futuristic Beat by Nver Avetyan 

In this special and inspiring episode, Bisila Bokoko—public speaker, book author, and business consultant—joins Carmen Tomas to delve into the true meaning of success and the essential skills required for graduates entering the workforce in the 21st century, especially in these rapidly changing times. Tune in to gain valuable insights on how educational organisations can support learners' success beyond their university results, fostering a lifetime of continuous learning and development. What steps can these organizations take to meet this challenge? Embracing the person-profession nexus, humanistic leadership, and fundamental values are excellent starting points. If you are in need of inspiration, this is an episode not to be missed.

Curious about the future of higher education? 📚 Join Carmen and visionary founder Ben Nelson as they dive into the bold, game-changing philosophy behind Minerva University! 🔹 Discover the Minerva method – a radically innovative approach where students master the art of learning through active, applied learning both in the classroom and in the real world. 🔹 Say goodbye to fragmented, siloed courses. Minerva’s cohesive, program-level curriculum makes every class connect meaningfully to the bigger picture, preparing students for real-world impact. 🔹 And it doesn’t stop there! Ben shares how he’s working to bring this transformative, learner-centered model to institutions worldwide, through the Minerva Project. If you’re passionate about education or curious about how learning can evolve, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and be part of the education revolution! 🎧 Credits:  Presenters: Carmen Tomas & Ben Nelson  Music: Futuristic Beat by Nver Avetyan  Microphone animation by: creativeartstudio21 (pixabay)

In this episode, we dive into the highlights of the first-ever EIT (European Institute of Innovation and Technology) EdTech Conference, where over 100 key players in the education and tech sectors gathered to shape the future of EdTech in Europe.    Join Carmen Tomas and Martin Vendel to learn about the top four priorities that emerged from the conference—from incentivizing innovation to driving collaboration and investment. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of EdTech!   We’ll explore the challenges facing this dynamic industry, uncover the exciting opportunities for innovation, and discuss how Europe can become a global leader in educational technology. For more information you can read the full 2024 conference report.   The next conference is already on the horizon for March 2025 and registrations are open.   

Join Helena Ribeiro, Joana Marto and Magda Fonte for an exciting episode as Helena and Joana share their inspiring journey in designing a blended learning postgraduate course in Advanced Cosmetology. The main objective of this course is to train specialists in the field of cosmetic products: from regulation, formulation, stability, manufacturing and testing. Discover new ways of using online assessment to enhance student learning, explore innovative pedagogical approaches that are transforming traditional education, and learn about the valuable partnerships with companies that have enriched the course with real-world insights and resources. This episode is a must-listen for educators, industry professionals and anyone interested in the future of cosmetology education.

Join Willem Schoors and Carmen Tomas for an engaging episode as Willem shares his inspiring journey in founding a school rooted in student autonomy and evidence-based principles. He delves into his vision and hands-on experience driving innovation in education, emphasizing the critical role of visionary educational leaders that can articulate a vision for learners. Discover new ways of fostering collaboration among educational leaders, researchers, and edtech providers to fortify the education innovation ecosystem. Willem highlights the progress of the EmpowerEd project, a bold European initiative aiming to integrate and advance the education innovation landscape. Central to this effort are better collaboration and evidence-based practices. Tune in to learn how EmpowerEd is transforming education!     Visit the EmpowerEd project website  https://www.empowerededtech.eu/     Credits: Presenters: Carmen Tomas & Willem Schoors  Music: Futuristic Beat by Nver Avetyan  Microphone animation by: creativeartstudio21 (pixabay)

Join Teresa Rose in this whistle stop tour of all things about skills, AI and learning in organisations. We covered the latest on key skills in demand in AI times. Be prepared to learn about skills-based organisations and also how AI is revolutionising the definition, understanding and skill gap identification. We go on to discuss learning and feedback in organisations. And lastly, what can universities do to help students be prepared for the world of work.  Credits: Presenters: Carmen Tomas & Teresa Rose Music: Futuristic Beat by Nver Avetyan Microphone animation by: creativeartstudio21 (pixabay)

This episode highlights the journey and insights of Neuza Pedro, professor and coordinator of the Master in Education and Digital Technologies at the Instituto de Educação of Universidade de Lisboa. This conversation covers everything from designing a fully online programme to the instructional design strategies that keep students engaged and motivated. Neuza Pedro shares her knowledge on the integration of digital technologies and emerging trends, while also discussing the challenges and best practices of coordinating an online Master's programme. From the accreditation process to ongoing quality assurance, this episode provides a comprehensive overview for institutions and educators looking to implement similar initiatives, and concludes with inspiring advice for the future of higher education in Portugal.