If you are a software developer dealing with low user engagement in learning apps — this project developed diagnostic tools that identify emotional insecurity. You can integrate these metrics to personalize learning paths for 18,000 students at risk of dropout.
Emotional Security Tools to Reduce School Dropout and Improve Student Achievement
Imagine a child who feels unsafe or unwelcome at school; they usually stop learning and eventually quit. This work identifies the exact emotional triggers that make students feel insecure from preschool through adulthood. By creating a 'safety net' of better relationships, it helps the most vulnerable kids stay in class and succeed.
What needed solving
High rates of school dropout and underachievement caused by emotional insecurity and social exclusion. This leads to long-term economic loss and systemic educational failure for vulnerable groups.
What was built
Diagnostic tools for intervention, evidence-based policy recommendations, and a validated theoretical model for Safe Education.
Who needs this
Who can put this to work
If you are a training provider dealing with outdated teaching methods — this project developed a model for 'Safe Teaching' validated by 51 international experts. You can use these guidelines to create certified courses for 2,400 teachers to improve classroom retention.
If you are a city official dealing with high rates of social exclusion among Roma or migrant children — this project developed evidence-based policy recommendations. These tools help you design school environments that break the cycle of poverty across 6 European countries.
Quick answers
What is the cost or price of implementing these tools?
Based on available project data, no specific pricing or implementation costs are provided.
Can this be scaled to an industrial or national level?
Yes, the project involves 171 schools and 18,000 students across 6 countries, indicating the tools are designed for wide-scale replication.
What are the IP or licensing terms for the diagnostic tools?
Based on available project data, specific licensing terms are not mentioned, though the project aims to translate findings into policy and practice.
How does this integrate with existing school policies?
The project works across four levels: individual, relational, community, and political, providing guidelines that fit into existing educational stages from ECEC to Second Chance schools.
What is the timeline for the rollout of these results?
The project period runs from 2022-10-01 to 2026-09-30.
Who built it
The consortium is diverse, consisting of 14 partners across 9 countries. While dominated by universities and research entities, there is a significant industrial presence with 3 industry partners (21% ratio), including 2 SMEs. This mix suggests a strong balance between academic rigor and practical, market-oriented application.
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