We have sought to accomplish several critical objectives through the implementation of this project: • Improve Digital Competence: Provide VET educators with the necessary digital skills to incorporate innovative teaching methods and enhance student learning experiences. • Update Curricula: Revise VET Food and Health curricula to integrate digital education and sustainability, in accordance with labour market demands. • Promote Sustainability Awareness: Encourage students to actively engage in sustainable practices by fostering an understanding of food security and sustainability. • Enhance Collaboration: Encourage the establishment of partnerships between countries to exchange best practices and resources for digital education and food sustainability. • Enhance the Employability of Graduates: Equip students with the necessary skills to succeed in the food and health industries in a digitalised environment. These objectives will contribute to a VET system that is prepared for the future and is in accordance with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
The DiSHEd project aimed to contribute to the development and adaptation of Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Food and Health, aligning it with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. DiSHEd addresses two pressing needs: the enhancement of digital education and the focus on food security and sustainability, which are recognised priorities both in Europe and globally. By integrating digitalisation with sustainable food practices, we aimed to update food and health education to reflect evolving requirements of the labour market. Digital preparedness in VET education is lacking, particularly concerning curricula that emphasise food sustainability. Informative tools and materials help future students build the skills and knowledge to advocate for sustainable food practices across Europe. The initial project analysis highlighted the need for digitally competent VET educators and the inclusion of sustainability training in food and health programmes across Europe. DiSHEd addressed this by focusing on educators’ digital upskilling, guided by the DigCompEdu framework. Digitally upskilling educators empower them to apply effective pedagogies and foster these skills in students.