Presentation by Anja Oskamp (rector, OUNL) during the EADTU-ENQA Peer Learning Activity in Brussels on 21-22 September 2017

1. Short learning programs
A logical and necessary next step

2. What is a SLP?
• A coherent program around a specific
topic
• Variety in number of credits
indication: between 5 and 30 EC

3. Why do we need SLP’s?
• Urgence for Life long learning
• In dedicated programs
• With specific pedagogies for specific student
groups
• Adapted programs
• Preferably in collaboration with stakeholders

4. Is it new?
• NO: permanent education
• YES:
• New needs
• New possibilities
• Initial and postinitial education (combined)

5. Why do we need to talk about it?
• Changing times
• Different perspective
– No long programs
– Different learner groups
• Technological possibilies
• Different pedagogies

6. Why do we need to talk about it?
• Format
• Acceptation
• Accreditation
• Building blocks for full programs (BAMA)
• …..

7. University of Edingburgh: Public health
• Year 1: certificate
– 60 credits of compulsory courses (4 courses)
• Year 2: diploma, 2 tracks
– General public health (60 credits, various courses)
– Specialist course public health (various courses, total 60
credtis
• Year 3 Masters
Public health
Public Health (Noncommunicable diseases)

8. University of Edingburgh: Public health
• Online learning, online platform
• Modular: certificate, diploma, masters
• Study modes: flexible

9. Open Universiteit: coaching
• Practical orientation
• Theory: online learning
• Practice: F 2 F: 4 meetings
• Collaboration with practice (coaching bureau)
• Theoretical certifcate : 5 EC
• Practical certificate