5 November 2026 | Online | Organised by Biznesi College, Kosovo

Biznesi College, as the coordinating institution of the STEM-EdTech project – “Enhancing STEM Teaching through Minecraft Education, Game-Based Learning, and Digital Transformation in HEIs Pedagogy”, successfully organised the online Pre-Kick-off Meeting on 5 November 2026, with the participation of representatives from all consortium partners.

The meeting marked an important first step in establishing cooperation and ensuring a common understanding of the project's objectives, structure, and implementation approach. During the session, Biznesi College presented and discussed the project as a whole, including its main objectives, expected results, work packages (WP1–WP6), partner responsibilities, planned activities, deliverables, milestones, and overall implementation timeline.

Particular attention was given to the upcoming activities, coordination mechanisms, communication channels, and the practical steps partners should follow to ensure effective implementation. Partners also exchanged initial feedback and suggestions regarding the organisation of the official Kick-off Meeting (E1.1), including the selection of a suitable date and the preparations required for its successful implementation.

The meeting brought together the full consortium, comprising the following organisations:

Beneficiary partners:

Kolegji Biznesi SHPK – Kosovo (Coordinator)

Universiteti Publik Kadri Zeka

European University of Tirana

Tirana College of Technology

Mednarodna Fakulteta za Družbene in Poslovne Študije (ISSBS)

Università del Salento

Universidad de Vigo

Development Research Innovation Training (DRIT)

Kosovo Accreditation Agency (KAA)

Shkolla Digjitale Prizren SH.P.K.

Green Pact Solution

Qendra Europiane Fondacioni

ASCAL

Associated:

MESTI, Ministry of Education of Albania (MAS), Durrës Chamber, Kosovo Chamber, DXA

The Final Conference of the LEADALKO Project, held on 12 October 2026 at Europe House in Tirana, Albania, brought together consortium partners and external stakeholders to celebrate the project's achievements and discuss its lasting impact on higher education governance.

The conference highlighted the successful cooperation among partners and the valuable contribution of ASCAL, which received high appreciation for its engagement and role in advancing quality assurance and institutional development. The project has established a strong foundation for improved governance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable cooperation among higher education institutions.

Looking ahead, the consortium is committed to ensuring the sustainability of LEADALKO results over the next seven years, integrating project outcomes into institutional practices and continuing to promote collaboration, quality assurance, and good governance across the region.