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Methodological insights for effective attainment of transversal
and digital skills in formal and non-formal education contexts

Attaining transversal (soft) and digital skills in both formal and non-formal
education contexts require careful planning and implementation. Here are some
methodological insights to effectively develop these skills (Source: Viana, J.,
Peralta, H., & Costa, F. (2017). Digital Non-formal Education as an Opportunity to

Transform School. Better e-learning for innovation in education)

For Transversal Skills:

➢ Integration into Curriculum: Embed transversal skills like critical thinking,
communication, teamwork, and problem-solving into the formal
curriculum. Create lesson plans and activities that explicitly target the
development of these skills.
➢ Relevance and Contextualization: Ensure that transversal skills
instruction is relevant, meaningful, and applicable to students and adult
learners' everyday lives, work environments, and personal goals. Use real-
life examples, case studies, and practical exercises that resonate with
students and adult learners' experiences and interests.
➢ Experiential Learning: Encourage hands-on, experiential learning
experiences. Practical exercises, projects, and simulations provide
opportunities for all learners to apply and enhance their transversal skills
in real-world scenarios.
➢ Promote Active Learning: Emphasise hands-on, experiential learning
approaches that engage students in problem-solving, decision-making, and
reflection. Encourage inquiry-based learning, project-based learning, and
cooperative learning strategies that foster active participation and deeper
understanding of concepts.
➢ Flexible Learning Pathways: Offer flexible learning pathways and formats
that accommodate students and adult learners' diverse schedules,
preferences, and learning styles. Provide options for self-paced study,
evening classes, weekend workshops, online courses, and blended learning

models to accommodate learners' busy lifestyles and commitments.
➢ Personalised Instruction: Tailor instruction and support to meet the
individual needs, preferences, and learning styles of students or adult
learners. Provide personalised feedback, coaching, and mentoring to help
learners identify their strengths, areas for growth, and strategies for
improvement.
➢ Interdisciplinary Approach: Promote an interdisciplinary approach to
education, where learners can see the connections between different
subjects and how transversal skills are applicable across various domains.

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author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European
Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can
be held responsible for them. Proposal number: 101087107.