Research & Innovation
Our Research and Innovation Department develops partnerships in European Programs such as HORIZON, DIGITAL, AMIF and ERASMUS+ to provide open-source and free-of-charge innovative learning materials, tools, and resources and training offers for everyone passionate about continuous development for personal or professional growth. Our R&I collaborates with academic, corporate, and civil partners to import latest developments to the local ecosystem of Austria and export our good practices and expertise to all of Europe. Such partnerships offer upskilling and reskilling that benefit everyone – from school students, trainees, young professionals, and hand workers, to high-level managers and even policymakers. Innovative open lifelong learning is our instrument and goal!
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Areas of Expertise Drawing upon our national experiences, versatile team, and strong commitment to local development, ACCELERAS stands as a bridge between research and real-world application. Our unique synergy of research, innovation, funding, and international cooperation allows us to develop learning and training programs that are finely tailored to meet authentic local needs and make positive change with lasting impact. We don’t just create resources; we work side-by-side with more than 30 companies, start-ups, NGOs, and academic institutions , which we serve as both a guiding hand and an empowering sparring partner on the national level.
Research
Evidence-based insights by applying various methods and formats to support proposal writing and proejct implementation.
Training
Interactive and stimulating training offers (pilots, seminars, webinars, etc.) whilst using innovative formats such as Bootcamps and Hackatons.
Development
Tailored innovative resources (toolkits, manuals, guides, curriculums, courses, etc) based on the needs and the attributes of beneficiaries.
Innovation
Applying modern approaches such as Design Thinking and Innovation Management to ensure maximum effectiveness & longest sustainability.
Impact
User-centric evaluations and mutlilevel impact assessments using digital and offline tools to increase intrinsic motivation & encourage learning.
Multimedia
Providng the resources in creative and innovative formats through e-learning, MOOCs, Mobile apps, Websites, Games, etc.
Thematics of Work
Our systematic approach and participatory work cater to diverse professionals and enthusiasts including high-level managers, corporate employees, HR, trainees, consultants, social workers, educators, students, youth workers, and the youth themselves. Our projects span a wide range of thematics with an innovation methodology rooted in a dual-path strategy that harnesses insights from our national endeavours for European development, while leveraging international successes to refine our national offerings.