Project-based Learning with bydo Innovative education and training in the age of new technologies

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The learning format differs from traditional knowledge transfer in that students acquire the learning content entirely within the framework of practical projects. The practical projects are not only seen as objects to be practised, but are the actual place of learning. The educational partner supports the project teams through active coaching throughout the duration of the project.

The bydo learning format has not yet been implemented at any other university with the desired consistency and standardisation. The Master in Applied Information and Data Science at the HSLU is taking the first step.

Project-based learning is organised into "learning boxes". Each learning box assigns a clear role to the participants: 

• The project partners provide the challenge, infrastructure and project management.
• The students contribute their talent, creativity and work.
• The learning coaches guide the students through the content and develop team skills.
• The education partners embed the bydo framework in their study programmes and regulate the recognition of academic achievements.

• Project partners benefit from the creativity and expertise of different universities and disciplines. The standardised framework is easy to use, quality assured and accessible to all.
• Students acquire future-oriented skills and competences by working on real problems for industry partners. They earn ECTS credits.
• Experts can act as learning coaches on as many projects as they like, giving them access to exciting projects and industry partners. They are paid for their work.
• Educational institutions strengthen their study programmes by providing projects and infrastructure necessary for the development of key competences.