On July 17, 2024, the OpenUS4All team gathered for a virtual plenary meeting to discuss crucial updates and strategies, ensuring continued progress on the project’s ambitious goals. The meeting kicked off with an in-depth review of the financial report, followed by the presentation of the Sustainable Plan and Risk Assessment, where partners were briefed on strategies to mitigate risks and maintain the project’s sustainability.
Further discussions included updates on the OpenUS4All website, with the first version set to be developed. The team also delved into the design and development of the Open Universal STEAM platform. In a series of detailed presentations, Methodology and Pilot Projects were discussed, highlighting the integration of Project-Based Learning (PBL) into the STEAM framework. Additionally, the training program and its integration with the platform were examined, ensuring the competencies developed through the training align with the platform’s goals.
The meeting concluded with clear action points for all partners: review key documents, finalize platform details, and ensure ongoing alignment between training efforts and platform development. These discussions underscored the team’s shared commitment to advancing education across Europe through STEAM, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Open Schooling principles.
