The CEMETS Summer Institute in July 2024 was highly successful!

CEMETS Institute July 2024 in a nutshell:

Sunday:
The CEMETS Summer Institute 2024 kicked off with the arrival of new teams from Cuba, Serbia, Empower Schools, Washington State, and two from Nepal. Excitement was high as participants geared up for a week of learning and collaboration.

Monday:
Lectures by Prof. Dr. Ursula Renold and Prof. Dr. Uschi Backes-Gellner set the stage for a day focused on education systems and apprenticeships. The Nepal QualiTY team impressed with their workshop, and a visit to CYP showcased the skills of their apprentices.

Tuesday:
Insights on VET quality were shared by Dr. Katie Caves and Prof. Dr. Ursula Renold. Christoph Buser, CEO of the Baselland Chamber of Commerce, delivered a keynote on supporting VET in SMEs. The Serbia and Empower Schools teams led exceptional workshops.

Wednesday:
Participants explored Ausbildungszentrum Holzbau Zürich, learning from their apprenticeship approach. Keynotes from Dr. Patrick McDonald, Valentin Vogt, and Aïda Biscevic provided inspiration and practical strategies. The Cuba team led an engaging workshop.

Thursday:
The day featured case workshops by Nepal iLab and Washington State teams, a keynote by Arthur Glättli, and a lecture on workplace learning by Dr. Thomas Bolli. A visit to Swisscom offered valuable insights into VET in the IT industry.

Friday:
The institute concluded with discussions led by Prof. Dr. Ursula Renold and Prof. Dr. Stefan Wolter. Final presentations by teams from Cuba, Serbia, Empower Schools, Washington State, and Nepal were outstanding, showcasing their dedication and progress.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the teams, keynote speakers, and participants of the CEMETS Summer Institute 2024. Your dedication and contributions made this event a remarkable success. We look forward to seeing the innovative ideas and progress continue in the future.

Thank you for being part of this journey with us!