A. ERASMUS-EDU-2023-CBHE: PROJECT 101129182 HOMO DIGITALIS

Project name: Bridging the Digital Humanities and Educational Media Divide in the West Balkans

The ‘digital leap’ is a sustainable formative factor in many areas of science and society. Its advances encompass a wide range of disciplines, including humanities, education and the cultural sector. As an inter-disciplinary field of study, digital humanities are a bridge linking the aforementioned disciplines with information technology for the purpose of helping others experience and explore these areas in new and stimulating ways, as well as scientists within the same disciplines advancing their research using technological tools. Digital humanities and educational media further stretch beyond academia, mainly through collaboration with the cultural heritage, tourism and education sectors. Last but not least, digital humanities have proved to be a major step towards the Europeanization of heritage. Although the necessity to integrate digital tools in humanities and education has been felt in the West Balkans as elsewhere, there is scarcity of operators providing the expert knowledge, skills and competences necessary to develop properly trained professionals to engage technology for the purpose of devising creative solutions in a range of humanities and education application areas at cultural heritage institutions, schools, public agencies, international organisations and private companies. The aim of this project is thus to contribute to bridging the digital humanities and educational media divide in the West Balkans (WB). To this end, relevant state-of-the-art European expertise shall strengthen the Digital Humanities and Education Media expertise in the WB’s partner universities in two directions: 1. Developing a M.Sc. in Digital Media and Education. 2. Revising and updating a number of mandatory and elective courses in existing curricula. The project will provide for substantial laboratory development / enhancement, labour market research in the WB to record current and future trends, specialized training for academic, laboratory staff and students.

Consortium Membership:

1. LOGOS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE AL - http://kulogos.edu.al/en/index.html

2. UNIVERSITETI POLIS SHPK AL - https://universitetipolis.edu.al/

3. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS COLLEGE MITROVICA XK - https://www.ibcmitrovica.eu/

4. KOLEGJI AAB XK - https://aab-edu.net/

5. UNIVERZITET U SARAJEVU BA - https://www.unsa.ba/en

6. UNIVERZITET-SARAJEVSKA SKOLA ZA NAUKU I TEHNOLOGIJU PU - https://ssst.edu.ba/en

7. SOUTH EAST EUROPEAN UNIVERSITY TETOVO MK - https://www.seeu.edu.mk/

8. OTTO-VON-GUERICKE-UNIVERSITAET MAGDEBURG DE - https://www.ovgu.de/en/

9. PANEPISTIMIO PATRON EL - https://www.upatras.gr/en/

10. LEIBNIZ-INSTITUT FUR BILDUNGSMEDIEN GEORGECKERT-INSTITUT DE - https://www.gei.de/

Project Duration: 24 months.

Press release

“HOMO DIGITALIS”

Bridging the Digital Humanities and Educational Media Divide in the West Balkans

Internationalization is one of the main goals of University College “LOGOS” and in this context, LOGOS, in cooperation with ten institutions of higher education from six countries: Germany, Greece, Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, is implementing the project “Bridging the Digital Humanities and Educational Media Divide in the West Balkans”, Project No. 101129182, with the acronym “Homo Digitalis”, part of the call ERASMUS-EDU-2023-CBHE-STRAND-1. University College LOGOS leads the network of partner universities in this project.

On December 4-6, 2023, in the amphitheatre hall of University College LOGOS, the first general meeting was held in the presence of university leaders, academic and administrative staff, as well as representatives of all partner universities. Part of the meeting was a round table where several issues were addressed, such as some of the latest achievements in the field of digitalization of the humanities, aiding methods and technologies, the need to structure the curriculum and syllabi for the design of a Master's program in digital humanities. The discussions were led by some of the professors of the partner universities involved in this project: Prof. Arbana Kadriu, Dean, Faculty of Contemporary Sciences and Technologies, South East European University, North Macedonia; Prof. Dr. Selma Rizvić, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Hercegovina; Nikolaos Avouris, Dean, School of Engineering, University of Patras, Greece; Associate Professor Dimitris Koukopoulos, Director of the MSc program “Contemporary Approaches to the History and the Archaeology of Cities”, Department of History and Archaeology, University of Patras, Greece; Prof. Dr. Ing. Ernesto William De Luca, Professor for Human-Centred Artificial Intelligence, Otto-von-Guericke-University of Magdeburg, Germany. The coordinator of the "Homo Digitalis" project is Prof. Assoc. Constantinos Giakoumis

The aim of this project is to contribute to the alignment of digital humanities studies and digital educational media in the Western Balkans (BP) with European achievements. For this purpose, the advanced European expertise helps in strengthening the expertise in Digital Humanities Studies and Educational Digital Media in partner universities in WB in two directions: 1. Development of new study programs; 2. Revising and updating the syllabi of mandatory and elective courses in the existing curricula, with methods and approaches that focus on digital transformation. The project also contributes to the development and improvement of the laboratory base of the partner universities, and will carry out an in-depth research on the labor market in WB to adapt the current data with the future trends, as well as develop trainings designed for academic staff, laboratory staff and students.

Participation of University College LOGOS in European projects is part of the strategic plan for the internationalization of the institution.

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Announcement

We provide a link to the project's website in our website and in every posting. This is the link:

https://homodigitalis.ba

Academic Staff: Call to Academic staff indenting to a mobility in SSST University of Sarajevo Bosnia and Herzegovina please find here below the link of the call, Call to Mobility to SSST and check how to apply in the page outgoing Academic staff.

LOGOS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE AT THE SARAJEVO WORKSHOP, Photos, Aug 2024

LOGOS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE AT THE SARAJEVO WORKSHOP: FOCUS ON DIGITAL HUMANITIES AND EDUCATIONAL MEDIA

Four members of the academic and administrative staff from LOGOS University College, including Prof. As. Konstantinos Giakoumis, M.Sc. Eleni Papapano, M.Sc. Xhezmije Lulo, and Ms. Afërdita Pasko, actively participated in a significant workshop held at the School of Science and Technology in Sarajevo.

This workshop was part of the Homo Digitalis ERASMUS+ Project No. 10112918, titled "Bridging the Gap Between Digital Humanities and Educational Media in the Western Balkans," a project passionately led by LOGOS University College.

During this two-day event, which saw the participation of over 30 experts and professionals from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, and Kosovo, the focus was on enhancing ICT skills for humanities specialists and developing humanities knowledge for ICT experts.

The primary goal was to improve teaching and research performance across the region, assisting in bridging the gaps between these two crucial fields.

The workshop, led by Prof. Adrian Besimi and Prof. Visar Shehu from the South East European University in Tetovo, North Macedonia, covered a wide range of topics. Participants engaged in practical sessions that included data visualization using PowerBI and hands-on exercises in crafting research proposals with the use of artificial intelligence tools. LOGOS University College actively contributed to discussions and activities, bringing valuable expertise and experience.

In addition to the highly productive training, the staff expressed a strong desire to deepen their understanding of the country's traditions and culture. With the assistance of Professor and Historian Emir, they had the opportunity to visit several historical sites that reflect Sarajevo's heritage.

The next workshop in this series is scheduled to take place in Pristina, Kosovo, in February 2025, where trainers from the University of Patras, Greece, will lead the sessions. LOGOS University College remains actively committed to such initiatives, reinforcing its dedication to advancing digital humanities and educational media in the Western Balkans.

Our participation in this workshop is a testament to LOGOS University College’s commitment to contributing to the development and advancement of academic and research fields at the regional level.

Aug 2024

LOGOS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PATRAS, Photos, Mars 2025

Working Visit at the University of Patras within the HOMO DIGITALIS Project

“Bridging the Digital Humanities and Educational Media Divide in the West Balkans”

On March 10–11, 2025, a delegation from LOGOS University College conducted a two-day working visit to the University of Patras, Greece, as part of the HOMO DIGITALIS project.

Our institution was represented by:
Prof. Dr. Artur Ribaj – Dean of the Faculty of Economics
Dr. Blerta Avdia – Lecturer
Tedi Spahaj – Student

During the visit, advanced technologies and innovative approaches to teaching and learning were explored, with a particular focus on:
• The potential of Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR) in education
• Hands-on demonstrations in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and visualization labs
• Discussions on future inter-institutional collaborations and joint project opportunities in the field of Digital Humanities and Educational Media

This activity marks an important step in strengthening LOGOS University College’s active engagement in international academic cooperation and technological innovation in education.

LOGOS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE AT THE UNIVERSITIES OF MITROVICA & PRISTINA, Photos, May 2025

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LOGOS University College Leading the International “Homo Digitalis” Project – Activities in Kosovo

Mitrovica & Pristina | 12–14 May 2025

From 12 to 14 May 2025, LOGOS University College, as the lead institution of the Erasmus+ project “Homo Digitalis”, participated in a three-day activity titled:
“Digital Humanities, Educational Media and Higher Education Teaching Practice”, held in two key cities in Kosovo: Mitrovica and Pristina.

In Mitrovica, the activity was hosted at ICBN University
In Pristina, working sessions were conducted at AAB College

LOGOS University College was represented by:

Prof. Dr. Konstandinos Giakoumis – Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Language Communication
Dr. Valbona Nathanaili – Academic staff member, Faculty of Humanities and Language Communication
MSc. Anisa Duka – Office of Student Affairs and Career Counseling
Kostian Joanidhi – Student

Purpose of the Activity

This event was held as part of the implementation phase of the Homo Digitalis project, which aims to strengthen digital competencies among academic staff and students in higher education institutions across the Western Balkans.
Participants had the opportunity to exchange experiences and best practices, and to engage in discussions regarding curriculum development and the integration of new technologies in teaching.

Highlights of the Activity:

Presentation of new digital laboratories and updated curricula developed through the project;
Open discussions on the challenges and opportunities in enhancing digital skills in higher education;
Workshops on MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) and their implementation in teaching methodologies;
Meetings with key stakeholders from the education sector, partner institutions, and labor market representatives;
Initiation of new international cooperation opportunities in the field of digital education.

This activity marked a significant step forward in the modernization of higher education in the region, emphasizing the need to prepare students for a labor market that is increasingly shaped by digital transformation.

LOGOS University College remains fully committed to leading and implementing high-quality projects that contribute to the sustainable development of education and the digitalization of teaching and learning processes.

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PARTICIPATION OF “LOGOS” UNIVERSITY COLLEGE IN THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON CHILDREN’S RIGHTS

Dr. Valbona Nathanaili and Ph.D. cand. Saimira Gjapi represented “LOGOS” University College at the International Conference on the “Role of Academia in Promoting Child Rights”, held on June 6–7, 2025, at the University of Patras, Greece. The conference was co-organized by the University of Patras and the UNICEF Greece Country Office. The event aimed to foster the exchange of international and national experiences, offering a platform for sharing best practices on how academia can effectively promote and safeguard child rights from a variety of global perspectives.

Dr. Valbona Nathanaili presented a paper titled “Parental Agency and Children’s Rights Education at the European Court of Human Rights: A Case-Based Inquiry into Legal Culture and Access to Justice.” Ph.D. cand. Saimira Gjapi presented a paper titled “An Overview of Child Rights Curricula & Instruction in Albania Since the 1990s,” co-authored together with Prof. Erlehta Çelmeta (Mato) and Prof. Konstantinos Giakoumis. Through their contributions, Dr. Nathanaili and Msc. Gjapi engaged in cross-institutional dialogue, shared academic insights, and explored innovative pathways for integrating child rights into higher education curricula and research practices. Their participation also reflects the broader commitment of “LOGOS” University College to advancing child rights through academic work also utilizing digital instruments in this endeavour, in alignment with the goals of the HOMO Digitalis Project, which promotes digital literacy and inclusion.

The conference brought together leading scholars, child rights advocates, policy experts, and representatives of international organizations, emphasizing the transformative role of academia in promoting the protection, participation, and well-being of children across all sectors of society.

“LOGOS” University College is home to a Child Rights Center, established in cooperation with UNICEF Albania, thanks to the visionary leadership of Dr. Ghassan Khalil (UNICEF representative in Greece), the architect of the initiative to place academia in the service of child rights and the driving force behind the creation of 17 Child Rights Centers across Greece, Albania, Georgia, and other countries.

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HomoDigitalis First Multiplier Event, Sarajevo, June 12–14, 2025

As part of the ERASMUS+ HomoDigitalis project, representatives from LOGOS University College participated in the First Multiplier Event, held at the University of Sarajevo Campus from June 12–14, 2025. The event included management meetings, staff training sessions, and academic presentations, serving as an important platform for exchanging ideas and best practices between institutions.

During the event, the team from LOGOS University College had the opportunity to engage with representatives from other partner institutions of the project. Key topics discussed included the digitalization of education, the integration of technology into the teaching process, and the role of education in developing digital competences among youth.

The experience gained will serve as a foundation for the development of internal training sessions at LOGOS University College, the updating of teaching materials, and the strengthening of international collaborations. This participation demonstrates LOGOS University College’s ongoing commitment to improving educational quality and actively contributing to the European Higher Education Area.

1st Multiplier Event, Sarajevo, June 12–14, 2025

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