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AQUA-TNET NEWSLETTER

September 2009

This is a free e-mail news service provided by AQUA-TNET for the AQUA-TNET network and its partners. AQUA-TNET is the European Thematic Network in the field of aquaculture, fisheries and aquatic resource management, funded under the European Commission Lifelong Learning Programme, from 2008 - 2011.

In the AQUA-TNET Newsletter you will find an update of AQUA-TNET and its activities, as well as information from the European Commission related to European education matters.

Please forward this newsletter to your colleagues and students. Please submit any relevant information for dissemination in the newsletter to aquatnet@aquatt.ie.

Contents

1. AQUA-TNET News

    Agenda

    Research & Education

    Other

2. AquaTT Training News

3. Bibmail

4. Information of Interest

5. Pisces TT Jobs

6. Other

AQUA-TNET News

1. Aqua-TNET's Successful Annual Event in Spain

From the 5th until the 7th October the first Annual Event of Aqua-TNET was held in Spain. The agenda had an interesting mix of speakers, presentations and work package meetings. Over 50 members participated in the meeting at Eden Roc Hotel in Sant Feliu de Guixols in Girona. The great productivity, the positive feedback and exceptional weather made this a successful event.

The first Annual Event had a good turn-out, 55 members from 20 different European countries attended the event. From Iceland to Turkey and Finland to Portugal, some leaving snow and freezing temperatures, people found their way to the first annual event of the second phase of Aqua-TNET. For the newest members everything seemed overwhelming at first. But it was a great introduction to the project and it gave a great incentive to start participating fully.
 
The event was dominated by keynote speakers and work package meetings. There was great diversity in the three plenary sessions. The first to address the audience was Martin Scholten (IMARES) on “Aquaculture in the 21st century, trends to be considered in training and education”. His talk generated a lot of response and was found most informative. Eric Bernard from WWF gave an interesting presentation on “How can the Aquaculture Knowledge Generators (e.g research, education, etc) better interact with NGOs”. A lot needs to be done about the relationship between NGOs, industry and education. The most valuable comment was that in the future a start should be made on the relationship between students, universities and NGOs. EATiP was represented by Torgeir Edvardsen. The general conclusion on this keynote address was that the EATiP could well be the future because they will be able to influence the industry, researchers and the EU.
 
Two final interesting presentations were given by Frederik De Decker from Ghent University Association on "Meeting the Challenge of Providing Lifelong Learning" and David Murphy from AquaTT on "VALLA project - Validation of All Lifelong Learning in Aquaculture".

The work packages had the opportunity to present everything they had done so far. During the event the work packages also had the time to have their second core group meeting. This was used to look at recent achievements and to look to the future: what still needs to happen and which deliverables have to be reached. Good progress was made and some have already made plans on where to hold the year 2 core group meeting.

The other very important part for the work packages was the stakeholder interaction. It was an opportunity to discuss the activities and opportunities for interaction and obtain feedback. Even though not all stakeholder groups could be represented at this event, there was a lot of interaction and good progress was made.

The first Annual Event was a success. The feedback was positive, not only on the event itself but also on the facility. The secretariat is already looking for a new location where the Annual Event of 2010 will be held. Finding one as good as the hotel suggested to us by Lluis Tort will prove to be a real challenge. The secretariat would like to thank all participating members for their commitment and participation.

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2. Your PhD thesis on the AQUA-TNET PhD portal

Your PhD thesis, or those of your students, can now be published on the AQUA-TNET PhD portal.

The PhD-Database is constructed as a valuable information and research tool. Its goal is to gather scientific and background information on finished doctoral research work throughout Europe, in a structure as compact and transparent as possible.

You can find (links to) full PhD - manuscripts, abstracts, related articles and author information. When available and free of copyright and privacy hampering, on-demand video streaming of the PhD - defence is possible.

Please contact Peter Bossier at peter.bossier@ugent.be
 

Research & Education 

1. Validation of All Lifelong Learning in Aquaculture project “How to write training units” workshop, 26-27 November 2009, Dublin (Ireland)

The VALLA project has developed a very interesting dedicated software tool based on existing European Best Practise which enables trainers to define non-formal training units (short courses/workshops/placements, etc)  in terms of competences and learning outcomes as well as describing level/assessment/evidence requirements/delivery/credit value etc. It is hoped that by using the tool the drafted units could be of sufficient quality to be submitted to competent bodies for validation and credit valuing. By participating in the workshop, you will go through the process and apply the tool on your own unit(s).

If you are interested in attending this workshop, please contact Olivia (local organiser) at olivia@aquatt.ie, (cc Marieke at marieke@aquatt.ie) providing us with information on the type of case study you would like to do and your contact details, before 28th October at the latest.

For full details of the workshop please visit http://www.vallaproject.com/index/9/events.html

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2. Key data on education in Europe 2009 

This seventh edition gives a comprehensive picture of the organisation and functioning of the education systems of the 31 European countries involved in the EU's Lifelong Learning programme.

To view the publication please visit http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/education/eurydice/documents/key_data_series/105EN.pdf

3. Coming to grips with the changing nature of qualifications

A recent series of Cedefop publications - as well as the Agora conference on qualifications of October 5-6 - have taken on the subject of how new economic and social realities, technological developments and research on the science of learning are changing the ways in which qualifications are established, evaluated and renewed in today’s economy.

The publications are part of a string of Cedefop comparative studies, analyses and activities on various aspects of qualifications and qualifications systems, such as the shift to learning outcomes, the changing role of qualifications, curricular implications of the learning outcomes approach, the relationships between credit transfer and qualifications frameworks, etc.

To view the publications please visit http://www.cedefop.europa.eu/etv/news/default.asp?idnews=4772

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4. Green paper: Promoting the learning mobility of young people

The European Commission has just published a Green Paper on "Promoting the learning mobility of young people" with the aim of opening up a debate on how best to boost the opportunities for young people in Europe to develop their knowledge and skills by going abroad.

Spending a period in another country for studying, learning, work experience or volunteering is one of the fundamental ways in which young people can strengthen their future employability as well as their personal development. With this Green Paper the Commission is launching a public consultation which will be open until 15 December 2009. Responses will be gathered via an online questionnaire and by written submissions.

For more information please click here.

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5. Archipelago Techno TN Forum 2009

On the 5th and 6th of June, in Brussels, 53 participants from many different European countries representing numerous Thematic Networks in Science and Engineering, discussed and made recommendations to the European Commission on the following three themes: Theme 1 - Lifelong Learning for Professors, Theme 2 - Scientific/Technological Higher Education Frameworks, Theme 3 - New skills for New Jobs.

The presentations and reports of the groups discussions can be found in the following website: http://www.sefi.be/technotn/?p=142 

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6. Erasmus Mundus News and Events pages

The aim of these pages is to publicise news, stories and events that will be of interest to the large number of actors involved in Erasmus Mundus (academics, course co-ordinators and partners, students, National Structures, Delegations, public authorities, etc.) and to keep them informed about latest developments.

To view the News - Erasmus Mundus Community please visit http://ec.europa.eu/education/erasmus-mundus/doc1414_en.htm 

To view the Events please visit http://ec.europa.eu/education/erasmus-mundus/doc1475_en.htm 

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7. Updated list of Erasmus Mundus Masters and Doctorates on line

You will now find on the EACEA website an up-to-date list of all Erasmus Mundus Masters Courses and Joint Doctorates that will be offering scholarships in the academic year 2010-2011. This includes all Masters and Doctorates selected under the 2009 Call. The list (which is also sub-divided into lists per discipline) features the project title, and a link to an information fiche and a project website (where this is operational). Please visit http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus_mundus/results_compendia/selected_projects_en.php

You will also find a pdf of the one-volume compendium of all the project fiches on the Compendium page.

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8. Ireland first country to move towards Europe-wide transparency on qualifications

Ireland is the first EU Member State to link its national qualifications to the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning (EQF) which will improve the transparency of qualifications and make it easier for people to study or work in another EU country.

To read the full article please visit http://europa.eu/rapid/pressReleasesAction.do?reference=IP/09/1331&type=HTML&aged=0&language=EN&guiLanguage=en

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9. Teachers' Aids on Creating Content for Learning Environments

Teachers' Aids on Creating Content for Learning Environments (TACCLE) is an EU funded Comenius multilateral project. Learning environments offer excellent opportunities for stimulating lifelong learning in both compulsory and adult education. The creation of high quality content for (personal) learning environments is essential for the successful use of e-learning. It is important to train teachers how to create such content and this is the main aim of our project: helping teachers to develop their own e-learning materials.

To find out more information on the project and download the e-learning guide for teachers please visit http://www.taccle.eu/component/option,com_frontpage/Itemid,1/lang,en/

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Other 

1. ESF Research Networking Programmes - 2009 Call for Proposals

An ESF Research Networking Programme is a networking activity bringing together nationally funded research activities for four to five years, to address a major scientific issue or a science-driven topic of research infrastructure, at the European level with the aim of advancing the frontiers of science.
Key objectives include: creating interdisciplinary fora, sharing knowledge and expertise, developing new techniques and training young scientists.

A successful Programme proposal must show high scientific quality and also demonstrate added value by being carried out at a European level rather than by individual research groups at the national level. Proposals may be submitted in any scientific field. Deadline for receipt of proposals: 22 October 2009 (16:00 CET).

For more information please visit http://www.esf.org/programmes 

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2. International network on fish migration

This worldwide network is a meeting place for professionals on the theme fish migration and river connectivity. More than 160 persons have joined so far. See http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=1215847&trk=hb_side_g to subscribe.

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3. TVETipedia: Share knownledge on Technical and Vocational Education and Training

TVETipedia is an online portal forthe exchange of information on technical and vocational education and training (TVET). It is the place to find: general information on TVET, examples of good practices and lessons learned from collaboration on TVET projects.

To view the portal please visit http://www.unevoc.unesco.org/tviki_front.php

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AquaTT Training News 

trainingnews sept2007AquaTT's Training News is a free monthly electronic newsletter. With the latest news from the European education community, opportunities for collaboration, announcements and a student corner, Training News is an important dissemination channel for education and training opportunities for the aquaculture and fisheries sectors.

Highlights of the September 2009 issue:

CLICK HERE for the latest AquaTT Training News (September 2009)

CLICK HERE for the AquaTT Calendar with a comprehensive overview of all Events in the Maritime Sector 

Please email news@aquatt.ie to submit your news which will reach almost 4,500 subscribers interested in aquaculture and related sectors education.

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BibMail 

BibMail is a biweekly updated overview of the content tables of the major aquaculture-relevant scientific journals.

CLICK HERE for the latest BibMail (Autumn 2009)

To go to the BibMail website link on the AQUA-TNET site please CLICK HERE

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Information of Interest

Information of Interest is a biweekly updated overview of interesting publications, reports, and manuals relating to aquaculture in a broad sense, with links to the respective files or information points.

CLICK HERE for the latest Information of Interest (Autumn 2009)

To go to the Information of Interest website link on the AQUA-TNET site please CLICK HERE 

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PiscesTT Jobs

pisces sept.2007

PiscesTT Jobs is a free online recruitment service used by over 200 companies globally. The innovative system, updated daily, lists jobs, PhD vacancies and student placements in Aquaculture, Fisheries and Marine Science worldwide. More than 1,000 job searchers are registered on the site and are sent e-mail alerts every time a new vacancy is posted. This service facilitates human resource development in the industry.

At the moment 6 interesting jobs are listed:

If you are interested in posting a job vacancy or registering for the service, please go to the PiscesTT Jobs website or contact Marieke Reuver at marieke@aquatt.ie

Other 

This update is published by the AQUA-TNET Secretariat. For further information, e-mail: aquatnet@aquatt.ie

If you would like to post a notice, news item or event details on the next issue of the AQUA-TNET Newsletter or on the AQUA-TNET website, please send details to Marieke Reuver at marieke@aquatt.ie 

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About AQUA-TNET

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DISCLAIMER: AQUA-TNET provides this newsletter as a free service to its partners. Most of the information is provided by AQUA-TNET. Where it is not, the source of the news is provided in the text of the news brief or else AQUA-TNET attributes the news to the coordinating body as the "Data Source Provider". In no way does this newsletter intend to wrongly or inappropriately claim projects, news, etc. as its own nor is it responsible for incorrect information provided from other sources. The AQUA-TNET Newsletter is a dissemination tool and forum for both AQUA-TNET and its partners.

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