The University of Twente is delighted to host a two-day workshop to set the beginning of the MINT project collaboration, under the auspices of Erasmus+ KA220 Cooperation Partnership, on 22–23 September 2025.

This workshop will bring together all 4  project stakeholders (University of Twente, Aalborg University, Bergen University, Lodz University of Technology) and provide an introduction to the university’s TOM (Twente Educational Model) and CBL (Challenge-Based Learning) approaches. It will also serve as a valuable opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and set the stage for successful collaboration.

Dates & Venue

📍 University of Twente
📅 Monday 22 – Tuesday 23 September 2025

Purpose of the Workshop

• Introduce and connect all project stakeholders
• Share insights into the TOM and CBL educational models
• Facilitate networking and collaboration among participants

We look forward to welcoming you to Enschede for an inspiring and engaging start to the project.

DAY 1

Location: UCT *Exact Location to be announced later on

09:00 – 09:15
Georgia Kittou  – Welcome Message

09:15-09:45
Chantal Scholten – Tom Model

09:45-10:15
Fokko Jan Dijksterhuis – Classics in Sciences

10:15-10:45
Jasper Homminga – UCT educational framework

10:45-11:00
COFFEE BREAK

11:00-11:30
Tuijthof, Gabriëlle – Communication Skills in Engineering

11:30-12:00
Sander Wildeman – Concept-based design for the Natural Sciences in an interdisciplinary engineering program

12:00-13:00
LUNCH

13:00-14:30
Hannie Gijlers Chandan Dasgusta – Showcasing students’ work Innovative Technology Based Learning Environments

14:30-15:30
TIMELINE OF MINT PROJECT – Updates on Erasmus+ Project

15:30-17:00
Free time to work on day tasks – Project room to be reserved

DAY 2

Location: CITADEL *Exact Location to be announced later on

09:00 – 09:15
Georgia Kittou – Welcome message

09:15-10:00
Jezdimirovic Ranito, Jovana – Implementing CBL project: challenges and opportunities to straighten growth of student competences

10:00-10:45
Demi Van Kampen – Transition from high school to university level; Challenges in Math Education 4TU

10:45-11:00
COFFEE BREAK

11:00-11:45
Heidi Muijzer-Witteveen – CBL on master program (MSc Robotics) level

12:00-13:00
LUNCH

13:00-14:00
Imanbayeva, Adina (UT-CES) – CBL foundation

14:00-15:00
Robin de Graaf Process – CBL into the curriculum (course level) Design a course using CBL

15:00-17:00
Free time to work on day tasks Project room to be reserved