The University of Cyprus participates in MINETOUR through the Software Engineering and Internet Technologies (SEIT) Laboratory, an integral part of the Department of Computer Science. SEIT focuses its research activities on two important areas of Information Technology, namely Software Engineering and Internet Technologies. In the second area, the Laboratory concentrates its expertise on the development of ICT-enabled Creativity and Enhanced Learning Environments, platforms and tools. SEIT has extensive experience in the area of applying ICT to Technology Enhanced Learning (e-Learning, m-Learning, Blended Learning and Open and Distance Learning) in general, as well as Life Long Learning in particular. This expertise is both at technical level and at developing policies and qualification frameworks for such activities. Regarding only ERASMUS+ related activities, SEIT has recently coordinated/is coordinating ten ERASMUS+ projects and has participated/participates in more than 50.
Learning Seed is a Non- Formal Education and Civil Society Organisation, based in Argos, Peloponnese, Greece. Our vision is to inspire the local community to embrace our ideas and join our effort for a better educated and inclusive society, with life-long learning. Our goal is to implement and develop Non-Formal Education approaches and promote Life Long Learning in youth, vocational education and training (VET), and adult education. We aim to activate civil society and address social exclusion by providing hands-on support to socially vulnerable and marginalized groups, as well as people in need. Through highly engaging trainings, we strive to establish equal access to education and training opportunities, empowering individuals and promoting inclusivity. At Learning Seed, we offer a range of services aimed at empowering individuals and communities. Our activities include awareness raising, research and development, customized training courses, prevention programs, job counseling, digital upgrading, project cycle management, and support services.
CARDET is the leading research and development centre in the Mediterranean region with global expertise in education, digital skills, and capacity building. As the largest independent non-profit centre based in Cyprus, CARDET is independently affiliated with universities and institutions from around the world, such as the Yale University, the University of Nicosia and the International Council of Educational Media. CARDET has completed more than 400 projects relating to digital skills, inclusion, new technologies, gamification, upskilling pathways, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
TERMON is an IT company focusing on intelligent uses of Game-Based Learning and Web 3.0 technologies and tools, creating solutions that can deliver lasting learning experiences of real practical value. Our mission is to be at the forefront of applied research in emerging technologies and tools, currently used for the most part by large multinationals cashing in on the personalisation possibilities powered by Web 2.0/3.0.
Asociacion CON VALORES is the first incubator for people at at risk of exclusion supported by the business business world. Through an innovative and disruptive 5-month incubation program we aim to help people in complicated situations to generate their income. Our mentors are professionals with lot of experience in business creation who have decided to donate their time and knowledge to support people at risk of exlusion and all together we collaborate to generate self-employment and
social impact.
INCDT is the national research institute in the field of tourism in Romania and the leading institution in fundamental and applied research for the development and promotion of Romanian tourism. Our mission is to continuously provide specialized assistance to public and private tourism operators, support tourism policy and decision-making for local, regional and central authorities regarding the touristic demand and supply and promote innovation in tourism at all levels. Our previous experience developing hundreds of tourism studies, strategies and plans ensures our capability in assessing the quality of deliverables within the MineTOUR project.
