Growing recognition ecosystems with Open Badges

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November 27, 2024: Deep Dive into Open Badges for Youth Work. Focus on practical applications of Open Badges in youth work. How can we use these digital badges to help young people reach their full potential?
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November 28, 2024: The Broader Impact of Open Badges. Zoom out and explore how Open Badges are being used across various sectors, from education to the job market. How can we work together to create a future where all forms of learning are recognised?
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Location: Parktheater Eindhoven
November 27, 2024: Sign up via this link﻿
Costs: €120,00. Be aware: places are limited!
Language: English
Designed for: youth workers and policymakers
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Location: Parktheater Eindhoven
November 28, 2024: Sign up via this link﻿
Costs: €120,00. Be aware: places are limited!
Language: English
Designed for: Youth workers, policymakers, HR professionals, educators, and anyone keen to shape the future of learning.

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DAY 1: Meet, share and learn: Recognizing youth work through Open Badges

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Hey there! 👋
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Do you want to contribute to a future where all young people get the chance to grow? Then sign up for our international event for youth workers on November 27th at the Parktheater Eindhoven, The Netherlands!
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Practical information:
Date: November 27, 2024
Location: Parktheater Eindhoven
Sign up: Via this link (you will receive an email with more information later)
Costs: €120,00. Be careful: places are limited!
Language: English
Included: In our event, all participants are central. We offer support where needed, such as translations or adjusted facilities.
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What kind of event is this? 
Join over 50 youth workers from countries including Belgium, Curaçao, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Portugal, Serbia, Cyprus, Nigeria, South Africa, Moldova, Belarus, UK and Armenia. Exchange ideas, discover new possibilities for youth work, and explore how digital badges can support young people's development.
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Why to participate?
Discover new perspectives: Broaden your horizon and discover new ways to support young people.
Meet like-minded people: Build a network of youth workers and policymakers from Europe.
Learn how you can deploy digital recognitions (Open Badges) to stimulate the development of young people.
Contribute to an inclusive future: Join a group of professionals who strive for a future in which all forms of learning are recognized.
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What is youth work in Europe?
Youth work in Europe takes place through “learning outside school” and offers young people the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in an non-formal and hands-on way. Although the specific tasks and practices of youth work may vary from country to country and region to region, there are some common goals and principles:
Target group: Young people between the ages of 16 and 30.
Diverse backgrounds: Youth workers work with young people from all walks of life, from different cultural backgrounds and with diverse interests and needs.
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What are Open Badges
Many of the international youth workers present at this event are actively using Open Badges. Open Badges are digital badges that reveal a person's skills, experiences or achievements. They are like digital certificates that can be displayed online or on a resume. Unlike traditional certificates, Open Badges are verifiable: anyone can verify that the badge is real and what it represents.
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Badges can be used for more than just verifying skills and achievements. They can also be used to:
Motivate people: by providing recognition and rewards for progress and achievements.
Show participation: to demonstrate involvement in specific programs or activities.
Recognize membership: to indicate membership in organizations or communities.
Onboarding: to help new employees or young people learn their roles and responsibilities well. Onboarding is the process of introducing new employees or youth to an organization or project.
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What to expect
Keynote address: Be inspired by experts on youth work and Open Badges.
Workshops: Discover new tools and techniques to make your work even more effective.
Open Badges Marketplace: Explore the possibilities of Open Badges and find inspiration for your activities.
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Registration and costs.
Participation in this activity is subject to a contribution to cover costs. With your contribution, we provide an inspiring environment and can continue to organise these activities. Should this contribution be an obstacle, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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We look forward to meeting you in person in Eindhoven. Sign up and discover how you can use Open Badges to recognize young people's skills and motivate them to continue learning.
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This badge is awarded for participation in an international youth work event in Eindhoven, 2024. During this event, the holder of the badge learned about innovative methods in youth work, expanded his/her network with colleagues from all over Europe and contributed to the development of an inclusive and inspiring community.

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Task no.1

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Participate in the event.
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Reflection questions to ask yourself during and after participation:
What was my reason for participating in the event? 
What were the highlights of the event for me? 
How did I contribute to the event? 
What can I take back to my own youth work?

Location

Elzentlaan 50, 5615 CN Eindhoven, Netherlands

DAY 2: Explore the potential of Open Badges accross different sectors

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#Being open towards learning/unexpected learning (for oneself and others)

#Taking a pro-active role in networking with other actors and organisations/structures in line with the interest of the young people

#Being open towards learning/unexpected learning (for oneself and others)

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Organisers

Dutch Cities of Learning

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