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- Connecting Students with Research through Active Participation in Projects: An Experience in a Design and Multimedia DegreePublication . Alves, Valter; P. Duarte, Rui; Sousa, Catarina; Abrantes, Steven LopesThe relationship between students and the higher education institutions has been perceived differently in the literature and policy documents, including a variety of terms such as “consumers,” “active participants,” “community of learning,” “students as change agents,” “students as partners,” and “students as co-creators of learning and teaching” (Bovill et al., 2016; Cook-Sather et al., 2014; Dunne & Zandstra, 2011; Matthews et al., 2018). In recent years, higher education has seen a growth in research and practice focused on students becoming active partners in the processes of learning and teaching. For example, inquiry and research-based learning, as well as problem and project-based learning, have assumed greater importance. Engagement in research and collaborative forms of pedagogical relationships between academics and students are considered important elements to improving teaching and learning (Sousa, Lopes, & Boyd, 2020). By involving students in research projects, the teaching staff opens opportunities for problem-based and student-centered approaches where the role of the academic/ teacher is to facilitate learning and to provide guidance and information (Willcoxson et al., 2011). Students and academics work in a more horizontal and collaborative way. Therefore, the importance of explicitly inviting students to connect with researchers and research as an integral part of their learning journey has been highlighted (Fung, 2017). This paper presents the experience of the Multimedia Technologies and Design degree of involving students in research projects developed by the teaching staff. In four different funded research projects, with several partners from different external institutions, students were invited to participate as members of the research teams. The involvement was not part of any assignment and therefore constituted an extracurricular activity that students volunteered for. This year, four students are engaged, participating in the work that is connected to all four projects. The initiative is underpinned by the concept of a “community of practice” developed by Wenger (1998), who advocated the idea that learning is social. A community of practice is organized around groups of people who share common interests or concerns and who are able to deepen their knowledge about a specific subject by interacting regularly (Wenger, 1998, 2007). In the paper, the process of involvement of the students in the projects is analyzed. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the projects have been developed without in-person meetings. The technological solutions that were implemented will be analyzed in terms of limitations and advantages for the active participation of the students and contributions for collaboration. Through the description of the workflow implemented, specific challenges of involving students in research projects from the field of Design and Multimedia will be substantiated.
- Readly - Books Rating Low-Code PlatformPublication . Nascimento, Bruno; Santos, Rui; Abrantes, Steven Lopes; Quental, CarlosThis article addresses the development of a digital platform within the OutSystems ecosystem, embracing the principles of Low-Code and No-Code application development. The platform facilitates users in sharing their ideas, opinions, and reviews with a community of fellow book enthusiasts. Users can discover new titles, engage in debates, and foster connections by offering a space for meaningful conversations and suggestions. The platform empowers users to contribute to a shared knowledge base by providing book ratings and reviews, thereby assisting others in their book selection process. The emphasis lies in delivering a seamless, user-friendly experience through a modern and clean interface, further enhanced by personalized book recommendations tailored to individual user preferences. In the context of the rapidly evolving landscape of application development, Low-Code and No-Code approaches have gained significant traction due to their efficiency and accessibility. This article aims to highlight the integration of these approaches within the development of the digital platform. Utilizing the capabilities of the OutSystems ecosystem, which inherently embraces these concepts, the platform’s creation becomes a testament to the versatility and benefits of such methodologies. In conclusion, this digital platform not only caters to the needs of book lovers by equipping them with a range of tools, but it also stands as a prime example of the successful implementation of LowCode and No-Code development strategies. These tools encompass organizing reading lists, active community participation, and receiving customized literary suggestions. The application achieves a fluid and intuitive user experience, further facilitated by incorporating low-code principles. It enables users to manage their reading materials effectively, set goals, track progress, rate and review books, and engage with fellow bibliophiles. This comprehensive solution empowers book aficionados, enriching their digital reading journeys while showcasing the prowess of Low-Code and No-Code application development in creating impactful solutions.
- SSENPV's Integrated Management PlatformPublication . Pinto, Bruno; Matos, Cristina Peixoto; Abrantes, Steven; Lourenço, Carolina; Fialho, Joana; Cravo, Ivone; Antunes, Maria José; Nascimento, MárcioAt the Polytechnic of Viseu (PV) [1], the number of students has been increasing [2], and it is hoped that this trend continues, for the sake of the literacy of the population that serves in its area of coverage and for the reduction of the desertification of the interior region in which is inserted. In the case of Students with Specific Educational Needs (SSEN) who attend the PV (SSENPV), it is extremely important to develop procedures that minimize the anxiety brought about by change for these students, as well as to facilitate their adaptation, to make the period of permanence in Higher Education (HE) an inclusive period, generating well-being, promoting academic success, and facilitating the transition to active life. To combat this phenomenon and since the PV is a Higher Education Institution (HEI) that is guided by equity in its community, in particular the student community, the SSENPV census is a crucial measure insofar as it is necessary to implement procedures, which must respect and obey individual specificities. It is also intended that, regarding access to information on the platform, it will allow reducing asymmetries between students as well as access to services. To respond to this reality, within the scope of the Inova & Includes project. IPV I2 [3], a group of researchers, in partnership with the degree course in Computer Engineering at the Superior School of Technology and Management of Viseu (ESTGV) – curricular unit of “Project”, developed an integrated management platform for SSENPV. This platform, which is intended to be a contribution to true equity in education in the PV, is based on the support of social impact in different dimensions, which translates into the implementation of the following profiles: • Informative Profile: dissemination of legislation and other relevant information on Specific Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring centralized and accessible information management and streamlining procedures and support measures. • Academic Profile: registration and updating of data on the SSENPV. • Technical Evaluation and Follow-up Profile: registration of the SSENPV procedural evaluation, with automatic sending of technical evaluations to authorized users