The project addressed the need to strengthen the competencies of academic teachers in advanced data analysis, with a specific focus on its application in transportation and mobility education. Rapid technological development and the growing availability of large and complex data sets have created a demand for teachers capable of applying modern analytical tools and methodologies in their teaching practice. Another identified need was to modernize existing teaching resources and align them with current trends in digitalization, data science, and smart mobility. Many teachers had limited opportunities to update their skills in these areas, which resulted in a gap between educational content and the evolving expectations of students and employers. The project responded to the need for improved digital readiness and teaching innovation in higher education. It provided opportunities for teachers to gain practical experience with analytical software and data-based teaching methods, while promoting more interactive and student-oriented learning. In addition, the project addressed the need for cross-institutional cooperation and exchange of good practices allowing for joint development of modern teaching materials in the STEM domain.
The project was applied in order to address the identified need to enhance the competencies of academic teachers in the area of advanced data analysis, particularly in the field of transportation and mobility education. The increasing importance of data-driven methods and digital tools in higher education has highlighted the necessity of updating teaching approaches to meet current technological and labour market demands. The initiative aimed to provide a structured framework for improving teachers’ skills through the development and implementation of tailored training courses and the subsequent creation or revision of teaching resources for students. In this way, the project sought to strengthen the quality and relevance of STEM-related education and to support the integration of analytical and digital tools into teaching practice. The application was also motivated by the opportunity to engage in international cooperation among higher education institutions with complementary expertise. Such collaboration was expected to foster innovation, share good practices, and generate added value beyond what could be achieved at national level. Furthermore, the project was consistent with institutional and European priorities.