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Samson Mhlanga

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Energy Education Digital Academy Kicks Off At KTH, Stockholm With Strong Focus On Digital Learning Innovation

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Stockholm, Sweden – June 9, 2025 (Reported by Jenipher Chigerwe and Samson Mhlanga)

The Energy Education Digital Academy workshop opened today at Number 28A, KTH, Stockholm, bringing together leading minds in education and technology to chart the future of digital learning across Europe and beyond.

The inaugural day of the multi-day event focused on fostering collaboration between three major EU-funded projects: EU-Zimbabwe, EU-ABCM, and EU-AGM. Stakeholders from across Europe and Africa converged to share experiences, align strategies, and explore modern tools aimed at revolutionizing remote and modular education.

A major highlight of the day was an in-depth introduction to Learnify, a cutting-edge digital platform designed to support educators in creating and delivering engaging, accessible online content. Participants were given a guided walkthrough of the platform’s core functions, including uploading learning modules, integrating multimedia content, and sharing materials with students.

“Learnify is more than a digital tool; it’s a full-fledged educational ecosystem,” said one facilitator during the session. “It transforms the teacher’s role—from standing in front of a classroom to guiding learners through interactive, online environments.”

The platform’s accessibility and integration capabilities drew praise. Educators were especially interested in its flexible design, which allows for seamless adaptation into various institutional Learning Management Systems (LMS). Clarifications around key terminology—such as the difference between modules, lessons, and courses—helped create a unified understanding across diverse educational systems.

The workshop also offered clear guidelines on content design. Presenters emphasized the importance of keeping instructional videos under seven minutes, embedding interactive questions, and complementing digital content with live discussions to maintain student engagement.

In the afternoon, participants toured several laboratories at KTH, gaining hands-on exposure to how digital resources can be effectively combined with physical lab experiences. The visits were both inspirational and practical. Attendees examined types of cameras used for remote teaching, discussed server needs for data storage, and learned how experimental rigs are built to support academic research before it reaches the commercial sector.

A parallel session was held for Country Project Coordinators (CoCs), where leaders discussed common challenges, including funding disbursement delays and performance accountability. Solutions such as linking performance to funding instalments and early procurement of remote lab equipment were proposed to avoid project slowdowns. The session also stressed the importance of disseminating project results to stakeholders and the public.

As the day wrapped up, the tone was optimistic and forward-looking. The shared vision is clear: leverage digital tools like Learnify to bridge educational gaps, modernize teaching methods, and empower institutions across Europe and Africa.

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