The 2022 Skillman International Forum (SIF2022) was held in Sardegna, Italy on 23 and 24 November. It was hosted by the government of Sardegna in Sa Manufattura, a conference centre that was formerly a tobacco factory.
Massimo Temussi, Director of Centro Regionale di Programmazione welcomed delegates to the green-conscious conference with the novelty of completely cardboard chairs and tables.
Dr Giovanni CrÃsona, the CEO of the Skillman Group opened the conference and promised delegates a packed but productive time.
IVETA was there
IVETA was represented by President-Elect, Dr Julian Ng, and Executive Director, Dr Brenden Tempest-Mogg. Other IVETA members included Dr Urs Hauenstein, Dr Pamela Hatton, Markus Feichter and Teodora Chifor.
Dr Julian was a panelist in a ‘futuristic education’ roundtable hosted by Shanti Jaganathan of the Asia Development Bank with Dr Craig Marsh, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lincoln, and Dr Elisa Guidi, the EU President of the World Crafts Council.
Dr Urs Hauenstein chaired a panel discussion on microcredentials with representatives from our partner, the European Training Foundation, and CEDEFOP.
MOUs Signed
During the conference, Dr Julian signed various agreements of cooperation – one of cooperation with the Skillman Group, and a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a Youth Forum within IVETA with EduBiz Romania.
Current Topics
Over two packed days, delegates debated, discussed and shared best practice about how educators can embrace the utopia of changing societies. Topics included lifelong learning, augmented reality, accreditation, and even sexual harassment in schools.
Sardinian Feasts
Apart from the delicious lunches, delegates were able to opt in to traditional Sardegna cuisine in the evenings, plus the opportunity to network more socially.
Dr Brenden
An excellent Skillman event. Ideal location and presenters.