Group Size
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1.) Small group (teams of 4-6)
2.) Individual Task
3.) Large Group
4.) Any
Learning Environment
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1.) Lecture Theatre
2.) Presentation Space
3.) Carousel Tables (small working group)
4.) Any
5.) Outside
6.) Special
QAA Enterprise Theme(s)
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1.) Creativity and Innovation
2.) Opportunity recognition, creation and evaluation
3.) Decision making supported by critical analysis and judgement
4.) Implementation of ideas through leadership and management
5.) Reflection and Action
6.) Interpersonal Skills
7.) Communication and Strategy
Aim
The Valleys Innovation Project (VIP) connects social and economic challenges in the Welsh Valleys with entrepreneurial solutions from colleges and universities.
This EEUK funded project sought to understand the process of learners, from areas of high unemployment in the Valleys, building enterprise skills and a better future for themselves through challenge-driven innovation. This research explored the differences between social and economic impact through these challenges and the use of technology as an enabler to link business with both higher and further education.
In capturing learner, institution, and industry perspectives, the study provided sector-leading guidance on delivering civic outcomes while improving learner employment prospects
Resources
Outline: Best Practice Report Simply do Ideas
PDF: Appendix 1 Social Challenge Resource
PDF: Appendix 2 Learner Survey
PDF: Appendix 3 VIP Educational Partner Interview Guide and Questions
PDF: Appendix 4 Survey Results
PDF: Appendix 6 VIP Organisational Partner Interview Guide and Questions
PDF: Social Challenge Resources & Guidance - Simply Do Ideas
PDF: Social Innovation Top Tips - Organisations working with Education
PDF: Social Innovation Top Tips - Working with External Organisations
