"In the training programs for the profession of nutritionist and catering services, the chef, confectioner still has too little time and lesson hours for teachers on new issues in gastronomy.Teachers often also lack the time and opportunity to raise their own competences with new trends such as Flexitarianism in the catering industry.Flexitarianism is a diet based on vegetables and other plant products, but meat and fish are allowed. Such a diet helps protect against cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. its use can cause weight loss. Switching to a flexitarian diet has many benefits, not just health benefits.We would like to explore this topic by establishing a partnership between public vocational schools in Kaunas (Lithuania) and Rezekne (Latvia) and implementing the above Flexiplant project.The main goal of the project is to enable access to practical solutions used in gastronomy and nutrition using a plant diet and new products.The main goal will be achieved when we achieve the following specific objectives:- acquiring knowledge through a prepared diagnosis and corresponding training in the gastronomy industry related to the plant diet,- exchange of experience and transfer of knowledge in the field of plant diet in Polish, Latvian and Lithuanian realities at school level.- developing new approaches to improve teachers' competences and equip them with new competences and skills related to dietetic cuisine based on flexiterianism,- supporting the professional development of teaching and scientific staff and enterprises (we learn from each other)- ensuring recognition of skills and competences acquired during training,- increasing the opportunities, attractiveness and international dimension of the organizations involved in the project.Activities planned under the project are:-Creating a report that is a collection of three analyzes (PL, LT, LV) containing research, diagnosis and comparative analysis in the gastronomy industry including plant diets.- Training in the field of flexible approach to nutrition with the use of a plant diet carried out by the RCK conducted by experts and entrepreneurs of the catering industry from companies cooperating with the Leader within the Food Cluster ""Naturally from Podlasie"", which one of the main goals is to promote knowledge of nutrition and health human and environmental protection.During the training, participants will learn the results of research and experience on new products and trends using machines and devices in the production of organic and dietetic food, learn the main issues related to the preparation of dietary dishes based on plants. The above issues related to new trends in nutrition such as flexiterianism and prepared training programs are based on the needs of employers and their experience in cooperation with vocational schools.- Preparation of a guide that includes the results of training implementation, results of testing training in schools, recommendations for teachers and practitioners developing vocational education in the gastronomy industry and substantive materials related to dietetic cuisine based on the use of plants.TARGET GROUPS AND NEEDS THAT THE PROJECT APPLIES TO:- vocational education teachers in gastronomy from Polish, Lithuanian and Latvian schools (cook, confectioner, nutrition technician and catering services) who are required to implement the subject section ""Nutritional trends"" and need to update their workshop with healthy eating methods, healthy diets and healthy cooking techniques and gastronomy trends,- entrepreneurs from the gastro industry, working as educators in practical forms of acquiring competences by students of vocational schools and cooperating with those schools, who need to meet the needs of clients with various dietary needs,- other trainers, mentors of vocational education and training in schools and in the workplace, who need to develop knowledge in the field of Flexitarianism for students who have acquired basic knowledge in school and want to develop it in extracurricular activities.Cooperation with foreign entities creates a huge European platform for the exchange of experiences, to which entities do not have access, because they cooperate with local or national institutions on a daily basis. Foreign partnership has been built around common problem areas, thanks to which these needs can be better solved. The diversity of the partnership ( Vocational Training Center LT- RCK foundation of 22 vocational schools PL- vocational school LV) affects the synergy effect, i.e. gaining some experience would not be possible for each institution in a separate operation, however partnership already creates such opportunities. These possibilities include, for example, access to international experiences, broadening the horizons of students and staff, improving language skills, building creative attitudes."

The main goal of the project was to increase the effectiveness of vocational training in the construction industry to the needs and requirements of the labor market over a 24-month period. The main goal was achieved thanks to the achieved specific goals: - acquisition of knowledge in the field of effective vocational training in the construction industry (frame construction); - supporting the professional development of teaching staff, students and enterprises (we learn from each other); - raising intercultural awareness and developing international cooperation; - ensuring the recognition of skills and competences acquired through training; - enhancing the capacity, attractiveness and international dimension of the organization;- better adaptation to the needs of people involved in the vocational training process. Activities implemented under the project include: - Creation of a report which is a set of three analyzes (PL, LT, LV) containing research, diagnosis and comparative analysis in the construction industry, especially in frame construction - Implementation of training in the field of conducting and implementing the construction of houses implemented in the technology of wooden frame with the use of renewable energy sources carried out by RCK. During the training, participants learned about the results of research and experience on new products and trends with the use of machines and devices in frame construction, they learned about the main issues in the prefabrication of building wooden houses and their full production and assembly at the construction site. The above issues related to innovation in the development of frame construction and the prepared training programs were based on the needs of employers and their experience in cooperation with vocational schools. - A guide was prepared, including the results of the implementation of training, the results of testing training in schools, recommendations for teachers and practitioners developing vocational education in the construction industry. The implementation of the project responded to the needs of learning, defining and applying remedial measures in the field of matching student competences in the construction industry of schools associated in RCK in cooperation with business entities cooperating with employers in the construction industry and knowing their needs. Thanks to the joint implementation of the project, the partners gained new experiences of international cooperation, increased their prestige, and thus became better known in Poland and in their countries and could count on new partners in the future, encouraged by the example of the successful implementation of the project.Participation in a large international project had a positive impact on the employees of partner institutions, using the experience gained in the project.Other partner benefits: - exchange of experience, knowledge and good practices through synergy of actions and cross-sector cooperation; - learning practical solutions in teaching used in European institutions; - improving teachers' professional qualifications according to foreign standards. The materials, documents and other products created as a result of the project are made available and promoted free of charge on the basis of open licenses and made available via information and communication technologies on the project website.

"Objectives achieved: - increasing the attractiveness and improving the quality of general education and reducing the differences in the educational achievements of students of partner institutions over a period of 36 months, - increasing knowledge and disseminating the idea of ​​science with elements of programming, robotics from an early age in primary schools over a period of 36 months. Detailed objectives: - leveling educational disproportions and improving the knowledge of students from partner schools and staff of partner institutions by participating in a pilot program of learning through experiment, - support for teaching based on information and communication technologies, programming, robotics and experimental methods, - developing new approaches to improve the competences of already practicing educators and equipping them with all the competences and skills necessary to provide high-quality services, - increasing access to and promotion of Europe's emerging open educational resources. In the context of the project's objectives, we and our partners have identified ""Open and innovative practices in the digital age"" as the most important priority. In our project, we developed the results of intellectual work based on information and communication technologies and experimental methods to develop scenarios for additional classes in European primary schools (primary) using elements of robotics and programming. The results produced are used for teaching based on information and communication technologies and experimental methods. The implementation of the project responded to the need to learn, define and apply remedial actions in the field of developing creativity, curiosity of students of partner schools in cooperation with two economic entities that have a chance to develop staff in their research areas carried out outside the project. The development of creativity and curiosity serves to effectively motivate and awaken passion, improve the educational results of students, which in turn improves the quality of functioning of both educational institutions and improves the quality of education. Thanks to the project, the partners have the ability to independently create the future, they develop through their own experiences, skills and attitudes. The results were disseminated through various channels - through the use of the following means: - social media (FB), where the success of the project was measured by the number of followers, - mailing campaign - information was sent to target groups, in accordance with the dissemination strategy, interested in the results achieved, and to entities that will express their interest in the results of project work (e.g. students and teachers from other schools). - industry contacts, industry press - reports and recommendations of substantive teams were made available to a wider group of recipients through contacts with other organizations of the same industry (e.g. through associations, chambers). - continuing contacts with foreign trainers, maintaining these contacts via social media and expanding the circle of friends who did not participate in the trip. - Internet - VALOR platform, website with information about the implemented project and the results of work, exchange of experiences. The website was updated with the implementation of individual project activities. With this measure, we reached three groups of addressees of dissemination activities. - oral communication during meetings, participation in conferences, speeches and oral reports, meetings at pedagogical councils, parent-teacher meetings, direct contacts - a low-cost method involving participants in sharing knowledge about experiences. With this measure, we reached three groups of addressees of dissemination activities. - we used events (e.g. open days of partner schools and other schools, educational fairs, conferences of other entities). With this measure, we reached three groups of addressees of dissemination activities. Thanks to the training, the PARTICIPANTS of the project gained unique experience, broadened their knowledge and acquired new social and adaptive skills, facilitating cooperation in a group and in a professional team. The youth participating in the project became more open, independent and better understood the cultural differences in Europe. The success of activities undertaken by students contributed to an increase in motivation and commitment, to take the initiative."

"The InnoGastro project - Innovative Approach to Gastronomy in Vocational Schools was implemented by the Foundation Regional Competence Center as part of the Erasmus + Program Action 2 Strategic Partnerships for vocational education and training.Main goals and results of the project:- improving the quality and effectiveness of vocational education in the catering industry,- developing new approaches to improve the competences of already practicing educators and equipping them with all competences and skills necessary to provide high quality services,- increasing access to and promoting open educational resources created in Europe.Results:- consolidation and deepening knowledge of cooking techniques,- understanding the effects caused by food ingredients,- getting to know the work culture and practices used in European vocational training institutions,- getting to know experimental cuisine dishes,- increasing the organizational, management and leadership skills of the partnership members,- strengthening cooperation with partners,- building cooperation with institutions on the labor market,- increase of social, linguistic and cultural skills,- participants will become more aware of the importance of language skills for personal and professional development,- increasing flexibility and mobility,- broadening tolerance and openness to other cultures.The main tasks under the project:1. Creation of one report being a set of three analyzes (PL, LT, ES) containing research and comparative analysis. The report is a diagnosis of the current situation in each country in the field of vocational education, only the gastronomic industry.The result: a report with a diagnosis, combined with a broad forum with entrepreneurs.Leader: RCK, with the participation of all partners.2. Analysis of the O1 report's conclusions. Selection of the content of each module. Preparation of training materials. Implementation of training courses, combining online training with the theoretical part and practical training. Validation of training (creation of evaluation questionnaires in order to measure the achieved expectations and identify improvements for future trainings). Designing, organizing and implementing a pilot training course at CSHM for a group of 18 people (12 teachers on behalf of RCK and 6 entrepreneurs from the ERCC).The result: a blended-learning course program combined with a forum with entrepreneurs.Leader: CSHM, with the participation of all partners.3. Pilotage of courses - teachers and entrepreneurs participating in an innovative program implement the effects of education with CSHM in the form of incorporating elements of the course into classes at the school / in the company.4. Developing a vocational education development strategy (in the catering industry) in the field of international cooperation and the internship program with elements of experimental cuisine.The result: a report with a diagnosis, combined with a forum with entrepreneurs.Leader: RCK with the participation of all partners.During the project, teachers and entrepreneurs of vocational subjects participated in the training in the field of experimental cuisine and new products in the field of gastronomy run by El Centro Superior de Hostelería del Mediterráneo (CSHM) in Valencia.During the training, they learned the results of research and experience on new products and trends in food production, and learned the main issues of experimental cuisine. The implementation of the project responded to the needs of knowing, identifying and applying remedial actions in the field of adjusting student competences in the catering industry of schools associated in the Regional Competence Center (project leader) in cooperation with business entities that cooperate with employers and know their needs on a daily basis.Project partners:Foundation Regional Competence Center (FRCK) - Partner from PolandEl Centro Superior de Hostelería del Mediterráneo (CSHM) - Partner from SpainViesoji istaiga ""Svietimo, tyrimu ir konsultaciju centras"" (ERCC) - Partner from LithuaniaThanks to the joint implementation of the project, the partners gained new experiences of international cooperation, increasing their prestige and experience in the field of gastronomy.Other partner benefits:- exchange of experience, knowledge and good practices through synergy of actions and cross-sector cooperation;- learning practical solutions in teaching used in European institutions;- raising teachers' professional and entrepreneurs qualifications according to foreign standards.The materials, documents and other products created as a result of the project will be made available and promoted free of charge and made available through information and communication technologies on the project website."

"A few didactic hours were devoted to computer graphics and photo processing in the curriculum for the IT technician profession. The subject of e-commerce, e-sport, online games and steaming is almost completely omitted, which may seem obvious to some, because it is mainly entertainment and so in the busy schedule, the teacher should wisely manage the time for the other, very important content, without which a graduate of this profession will not appear in the current labour market. Of course, there is no doubt that learning these modern trends of functioning on the web is a novelty and knowledge addressed mainly to young people, but they will constitute future generations and future employees in modern companies.We started by verifying whether it was necessary and useful at all, and then how to devote time to interesting and absorbing students' knowledge classes in this topic and direct them to become interested in current trends in online streaming, graphics or games so that those who the elements will interest or tie their future with ""work"" on the web, they could learn something more.In recent years, public awareness and interest in so-called movies, ubiquitous computer graphics, online commerce, and computer games and techniques associated with the use and combination of these solutions have reached an incredible scale.Specialists, programmers as well as marketers and traders face a daily challenge to meet the needs of customers from around the world: from movies on social networking sites, through graphics in online stores, to large-budget online games bringing together millions of players and fans. Therefore, teachers must be familiar with these IT solutions and be creative in offering to learn about them to meet the needs of students and offer interesting graduates.The main goal of the project is to bring the results of vocational education related to the IT industry closer to the needs of the labour market and the interests of students during 23 months.The project involves the implementation of educational innovation and the promotion of new technologies and the development of models for confirming / recognizing competences acquired in the project by a group of local employers and school representatives. The innovation will be based on international and joint development taking into account the experience of employers from the IT market, e-sport and e-marketing of the non-formal education program (both - technical school students in any field of study and students of other vocational schools).The main goal will be achieved when we achieve the following specific objectives:- increasing the quality and efficiency of vocational education in the IT industry in response to current trends,- developing new skills for practicing educators and equipping them with competences and knowledge necessary to provide high-quality educational services and in response to these trends,- enhancing the social mission to promote vocational training that meets the needs of European employers and the IT solutions used."