OBSERVAL‐Net invites you to submit case studies on Validation of non‐formal and informal learning, in three different categories:

• Bottom‐Up Approach ‐ the role of grassroots initiatives in supporting VNIL, and strategies towards their mainstreaming
• New Profession ‐ the competence profile required for VNIL professionals
• Work‐Based Competence Development and Recognition ‐ the implementation of VNIL in the workplace

A prize will be awarded in each category. Please follow the link to read more about the Validation Prize 2013(link is external) 

How to participate

Simply download the Case Study Template(link is external), fill it in following the given directions (and paying attention to the evaluation criteria) and submit it to the email address observal‐net@eucen.eu(link sends e-mail) before 26 April 2013. Each participant can submit several Case Studies, if wished. You are welcome to visit the Observatory(link is external) and see the materials collected so far.

What will winners receive

The Scientific Committee of the Validation Prize 2013 will select up to 3 finalists in each category. All the finalists will be invited to attend the OBSERVAL‐Net Final Dissemination Event in Brussels 15 October 2013.

The invitation will cover the costs of travel and accommodation to the event for each finalist that confirms participation. The selected works will be presented during the final event and the three winners will receive a commemorative prize during the plenary session. Please contact us for further details. 

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