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10 of the most prestigious technical universities and faculties in Romania

”Politehnica” University of Timişoara Transilvania University of Brasov

Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

“effective implementation of modern educational instruments and blended-learning technologies in higher education teaching-learning for engineers”

MAJOR AIMED RESULTS: 6 courses on modern educational instruments and the use of IT&C for over 800 existing higher education teachers 1 mentorship program for over 200 young specialists 900 taught courses in the field of engineering, restructured according to blended-learning principles and extensive use of IT&C

The North University of Baia Mare

Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest

“Stefan cel Mare” University of Suceava “Petru Maior” University of Târgu Mureş University of Oradea

"Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu The “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iaşi

http://didatec.utcluj.ro

what is Project Presentation & Description DidaTec, a word which associates the “didactic” process with “technology”, started as an initiative of the main technical universities in Romania for the effective implementation of modern educational instruments and blendedlearning technologies in the teaching-learning activity. The project's mission is to create the necessary framework for the adaptation of the current higher education environment in the field of engineering and technical sciences to a world and a way of living that follows the digital revolution. The vision in mind is that of a true, active and engaging experience for the university student, based on her/his gadgetfilled life in which science and engineering blend in, having the teacher as a companion. With the opportunity and support of the European Union's structural funds scheme, the initiative revolves around the “DidaTec – Lifelong learning and training for higher education teachers in the technical sciences and engineering fields” project POSDRU/87/1.3/S/60891, co-financed by the partner universities and by the European Social Fund through the Sectoral Operational Programme for Human Resources 2007-2013. The project, implemented over a period of 36 months (September 1, 2010 – August 31, 2013) benefits from an overall budget of approx. Euro 4.5 million.

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Lifelong learning and training of higher education teachers from the technical sciences and engineering fields

Project Objective The general objective of the project is the improvement of education and training processes in the technical higher education (engineering sciences) through a complete and unitary program (national approach) of lifelong learning and training for higher education teachers. The project's aim is the acquiring of competencies in interactive techniques of teaching & learning and IT&C, as a key factor for a relevant education in accordance with the specific needs of the economy. Mainly, this is to be achieved by: implementing a pilot program consisting of 6 courses on modern educational instruments and the use of IT&C for over 800 existing higher education teachers; implementing a mentorship program for over 200 young specialists/professionals starting a career in the field of engineering education; offering assistance and technical guidance for restructuring over 900 courses taught in universities throughout Romania in the field of engineering education.

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Lifelong learning and training of higher education teachers from the technical sciences and engineering fields

Specific Objectives In the context of the more general objective of the project, the specific objectives to be achieved are the following: 1. The consolidation of intra- and inter-university cooperation as well as the cooperation with other interested actors, for the development of an efficient system of education and training for higher education teachers in the field of engineering sciences; 2. The elaboration of a “Standard of quality for the program of lifelong learning and training for higher education teachers & trainers” and of a “Personal development plan” & “Career plan” - guidelines for the higher education teachers; 3. At an institutional level, the acquiring of competencies, and the development of procedures and methodologies in what concerns the organization, implementation and promotion of lifelong learning and training programs; 4. The training and assistance of teachers for the successful use of modern teaching & learning techniques (based on the support provided by IT&C and the integrated instruments for educational activity management); 5. The professional/personal development of entry-level young teachers through the implementation of a mentoring program. 6. The improvement of human resource involved in teaching activities through the creation of a knowledge and communication platform to sustain future actions and collaboration.

The project will influence directly over 1,000 beneficiaries performing in technical universities in Romania during the implementation period, and an indirect estimate of over 20,000 students in the following 3 years.

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Lifelong learning and training of higher education teachers from the technical sciences and engineering fields

Project Activities In order to reach such goals an integrated multidimensional approach of the activities was adopted, based on the following: 1. Concept: general framework for development and functioning; 2. Study Program: activities related to the specificity of defining and implementing a study program (initial and continuous training); 3. The development, implementation & integration of an on-line integrated support platform; 4. The development of human resources: conducting pilot training programs, mentoring programs and organizing training and working visits/exchanges; 5.

Management and promotion.

Major Results Aimed 6 courses on modern educational instruments and the use of IT&C for over 800 existing higher education teachers 1 mentorship program for over 200 young specialists 900 taught courses in the field of engineering, restructured according to blended-learning principles and extensive use of IT&C

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Lifelong learning and training of higher education teachers from the technical sciences and engineering fields Partnership Project Coordinator: Technical University of Cluj-Napoca The Technical University of Cluj-Napoca is the most important higher education institution in Cluj-Napoca, training specialists in the technical field through bachelor, master and PhD studies and research programs. The specializations vary from mechanical and process engineering, telecommunications and electronics or computer sciences and automation to civil engineering, architecture or materials sciences. The university seeks excellence by crossing borders between domains and adding value to life through engineering and science. Contact: http://www.utcluj.ro/english/ Main Partner: Transilvania University of Braşov The Transilvania University of Braşov aims at training highly qualified specialists in the fields of fundamental sciences, technology, economics, law, sociology, arts and medical science as well as at providing knowledge and services for society. Thus, Transilvania University ensures and develops the resources and instruments necessary for educational and scientific research processes at a level which meets the requirements of The European Space for Higher Education and Research. Contact: www.unitbv.ro Main Partner: ”Politehnica” University of Timişoara The mission of “Politehnica” University of Timişoara is associated with the current and future needs of the individual and society and consists of: initial and continuing training in engineering-related fields, interdisciplinary and complementary, at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; scientific and technological research; transfer of science, technology and know-how, production and specific services for third parties Contact: www.upt.ro

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Lifelong learning and training of higher education teachers from the technical sciences and engineering fields

Partner: Northern University of Baia Mare The Northern University of Baia Mare is a multidisciplinary, state university, in a continuous development, training specialists through its four faculties, in: engineering, economics, sciences, philology, philosophy, cultural studies, communication sciences, social work, theology, fine arts. Among its objectives are: an active qualitative and qualified presence on the educational market; increasing the quality of research activities with international visibility; imposing itself, nationally and internationally, as an open university for educational, professional and inter-cultural dialogue. Contact: www.ubm.ro Partner: Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest The Technical University of Civil Engineering of Bucharest, a direct descendant of the National School of Roads and Bridges founded, in Romania, nearly a century and a half ago, is nowadays the pennant of Technical Education in Romania. The curricula covers all the fields of civil engineering and environmental protection, as well as adjacent fields such as building services, technological equipment, geodesy, or, more recently, systems engineering. Contact: www.utcb.ro Partner: The “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iaşi The “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University is a higher education and scientifical research institution with the mission of tranining young professional for the local, regional and international community and the creation of knowledge and spread of innovation in the field of engineering sciences and others related. Contact: www.tuiasi.ro Partner: "Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu The „Lucian Blaga” University represents a convergence centre for science, culture and humanistic sciences for all able to satisfy the rigors and imposed standards of quality and acceptance. Its mission is to deliver higher education and training together with scientifical research results according to the demands of the knowledge society. Contact: www.ulbsibiu.ro

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Lifelong learning and training of higher education teachers from the technical sciences and engineering fields

Partner: University of Oradea The University of Oradea is a complex university, hosting 18 faculties : Architecture and Civil Engineering, Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Management and Technological Engineering, Textiles and Leatherworks, Science, Medicine and Pharmacy, Social Humanistic Science, Economics, Environmental Protection, History, Geography and International Relations, Political Sciences and Communication Sciences, Music, Letters, Visual Arts, Physical Education and Sports, Orthodox Theology "Ep. Ph. Vasile Coman". Contact: www.uoradea.ro

Partner: “Stefan cel Mare” University of Suceava Ştefan cel Mare University of Suceava (USV) is one of the most dynamic universities in Eastern Europe, providing higher education of high quality standards at a relatively low cost. USV provides a comprehensive curriculum including more than 130 undergraduate, master, doctoral, postdoctoral and lifelong education programs of study. Located in the beautiful multicultural land of Bukovina, USV is surrounded by the greatest density of UNESCO monuments in Eastern Europe. Contact: www.usv.ro Partner: “Petru Maior” University of Târgu Mureş. „Petru Maior” University cultivates the values of science, technology and universal culture and takes on the following responsabilities, according to its level of competences: higher educational training of profesionals for the socio-economic and cultural environment research for the improvement of life transfer of knowledge and best practices for and from society Contact: www.upm.ro

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PROJECT TEAM Prof.Eng. Aurel VLAICU, Ph.D. Technical University of Cluj-Napoca Project Manager [email protected]

Prof.Eng. Radu VASIU, Ph.D. ·”Politehnica” University of Timişoara Local Project Coordinator [email protected]

Asoc.Prof. Bogdan ORZA, Ph.D. Technical University of Cluj-Napoca Local Project Coordinator [email protected]

Eng. Serban-Nicolae MEZA Technical University of Cluj-Napoca Executive Manager [email protected]

Prof.Eng. Mihai ROMANCA, Ph.D. ·Transilvania University of Brasov Local Project Coordinator [email protected]

PARTNERS Prof.Eng. Dan Călin PETER, Ph.D. Northern University of Baia Mare Local Coordinator [email protected]

Prof. Eng. Ioan MIHU, Ph. D. Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu Local Coordinator [email protected]

Prof.Eng. Loretta BATALI, Ph.D. ·Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest Local Coordinator [email protected]

Prof.Eng. Alin POTORAC, Ph.D. “Stefan cel Mare” University of Suceava Local Coordinator [email protected]

Assoc.Prof. Irina LUNGU, Ph.D. ·The “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iaşi Local Coordinator [email protected] Prof.Eng. Cornelia Emilia GORDAN, Ph.D. University of Oradea Local Coordinator [email protected]

Prof.Eng. Mircea DULĂU, Ph.D. “Petru Maior” University of Târgu Mureş Local Coordinator [email protected]