Explore new learning technologies and offer the trainers an adapted training programme
The partners of the BHC21 project want to explore the potential of innovative learning technologies such as Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, games, voice support systems… in training low-skilled people for jobs in the industry.
The use of innovative learning technologies in vocational training requires new knowledge and skills from the trainer. On this page you will discover the competence profile of the 'new' trainer. You will also find learning materials and techniques for an innovative train the trainer programme.
Virtual reality
WHAT?
Virtual Reality (VR) is the term used to describe a three-dimensional, computer generated environment which can be explored through various senses and interacted with.
Read more about this tool in our VR information sheet or watch the video.
Webinar
WHAT?
A webinar is an online meeting or presentation held via the Internet in real-time which connects individuals with viewers across the world.
Read more about this tool in this information sheet or watch the video.
Games
WHAT?
A game or a ‘serious game’ is a way to learn while you play. The primary objective is to learn or practice a skill.
Read more about serious games here or watch the video.
Augmented Reality
WHAT?
With Augmented Reality (AR) you can enrich the physical world with real time digital information, using your smartphones and tablets, smart glasses or digital projections.
Read more about Augmented Reality here or watch the video.
Instructional video
WHAT?
An instructional video is any video that demonstrates a process, transfers knowledge, explains a concept, or shows someone how to do something.
Read more about instructional video here or watch the video.
Virtual classroom
WHAT?
A virtual classroom is a digital learning environment that allows trainers and trainees to connect online in real time. In some cases a group of trainees is present in a physical classroom while other participants join the training virtually. In this case we speak of hybrid classes.
Read more about virtual classroom here or watch the video.
Interactive video
WHAT
An interactive video is a form of instructional video that supports user interaction through a variety of tools. Users can click, drag, scroll, hover, gesture and complete other digital actions to interact with the video’s content.
Find more about the interactive video here or watch this video.
Online courses
WHAT
Online courses are asynchronous courses conducted over the internet which are delivered through a computer or any other digital device. They consist of a series of modules which can be followed sequentially or randomly, allowing greater flexibility in completing coursework.
Find more about the online courses here or watch this video.
Mixed Reality
WHAT
Just like Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality allows you to interact with the digital environment around you. And like Augmented Reality, In Mixed reality these digital objects will be displayed in the real world we perceive. An example of this is a hologram.
Find more about the mixed reality here or watch this video.
Online social learning platform
WHAT
On an online social learning platform you can create, manage and deliver training programs. This is a good medium to exchange information quickly and to collaborate anytime and anywhere.
Find more about online social learning platforms here or watch this video.