From 19 to 22 May, University of Milano-Bicocca will host a dynamic series of webinars dedicated to the future of higher education in Europe.
In line with the vision of the European Commission, these sessions will explore how innovation, inclusion, and collaboration are reshaping universities. A special focus will be placed on Lifelong Learning, a key driver for building flexible and skills-oriented educational pathways that meet the challenges of digital transformation, sustainability, and evolving societal needs.
Organized within the framework of the INVEST European University Alliance, the webinar series aims to empower both academic and administrative staff. Participants will gain practical insights into designing and implementing initiatives such as micro-credentials, flexible learning programmes, and recognition of prior learning.
Through interactive discussions and shared methodologies, the programme will strengthen institutional capacity and foster collaboration across partner universities—helping to embed Lifelong Learning at the core of higher education strategies.
Join us online for this engaging learning experience and be part of shaping the future of European education.
19th of May: LIFELONG LEARNING in Teaching and Curriculum Design
This webinar , as part of the INVEST Community of Practice on Lifelong Learning, explores how lifelong learning principles can be effectively integrated into teaching and curriculum design. The session will highlight inclusive approaches to support disadvantaged learners, present learner-centred pedagogical models in adult education, and showcase a practical example through the Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainable Energy at UNIMIB.
20th of May: Competence-Based Approaches and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
This webinar focuses on competence-based approaches and the recognition of prior learning (RPL) in higher education. It explores how universities can assess, validate, and recognize competences acquired through formal, non-formal, and informal learning pathways. The session will present institutional frameworks, practical tools, and assessment methods that support more flexible, inclusive, and learner-centered education systems.
21st of May: Core Competences for Lifelong Learning
This webinar focuses on key competences for lifelong learning, with particular attention to digital, transversal, and reflective skills. It will explore European frameworks such as LifeComp, approaches to enhancing employability and reflexivity, and the role of external stakeholders in shaping lifelong learning ecosystems. The session will also present practices in continuing education, highlighting how universities can support learners throughout different stages of their personal and professional development.