In today's rapidly changing world, students and professionals are constantly seeking ways to enhance their skill sets, collaborate effectively, and stay competitive. The VISKI platform offers an innovative solution and suggest ways to make it even more beneficial for students, instructors, businesses, and learners from different backgrounds.
The focus group discussion with educators as potential users of VISKI portal was performed in Lithuania. Such exploratory research was targeted to understanding acceptability of skills range provided at a moment and instruments for making portal more attractive for various audiences.
When discussing the skills it's important to acknowledge that the list provided in VISKI is not exhaustive. There are essential soft skills that contribute to one's holistic development and should be considered for inclusion to VISKI, like emotional intelligence, social skills, and cultural education.
Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and managing one's own emotions, as well as empathizing with others, is crucial in personal and professional life.
Social Skills: Effective communication and collaboration with others are fundamental. Adding tasks that teach students how to interact in diverse social settings will be highly valuable.
Cultural Education: In a globalized world, knowledge of other cultures can be a tremendous asset. VISKI could introduce challenges for cultural education, allowing learners to explore different countries, languages, and customs, fostering a more inclusive worldview.
Reading Literature: Ability to offer insights into human nature and diverse perspectives, can be a unique skill. Encouraging reading and critical analysis of literary works can be an additional offering.
Focus group research in Lithuania reviled such motivation for engagement and motivations for participating in the VISKI challenge aspects:
Presenting Detailed Information: VISKI provides a wealth of information and learning opportunities, ensuring participants are well-informed.
Outlining Project Benefits: Demonstrating the real-world benefits of engaging with VISKI can inspire more participation.
Emphasizing value for society: Emphasize how the projects created through VISKI contribute positively to society and communities.
Ensuring that the platform operates smoothly and efficiently.
Highlighting Individual Utility: Highlight how VISKI benefits each learner personally by enhancing their skills, knowledge, and employability.
Providing Best Practices Examples: Provide opportunities for learners to access and learn from successful case studies and practical results in VISKI.
Collaboration across institutions, businesses, and countries is a core feature of VISKI. International workplaces often demand unique skill sets. Cross-cultural skills and intercultural competencies are particularly important. VISKI can enhance its focus on these areas to better prepare individuals for international career opportunities.
To further boost the impact of VISKI, consider these additional features such as social media platforms to advertise VISKI activities and reach a broader audience, and student Symposiums to engage with a diverse pool of learners and promote the platform.
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