Zlín Hosts PIONEER Alliance Meeting Focused on International Education and Joint Degree Programmes
17. June 2026Tomas Bata University in Zlín is hosting a working meeting of representatives of the WP4 working group within the European university alliance PIONEER Alliance from 16 to 18 June 2026. The event has brought together representatives from ten partner institutions to discuss the further development of international educational activities in the field of Challenge-Based Education (CBE), innovative teaching tools and opportunities for cooperation in the area of joint degree programmes.
The meeting programme includes work on a dedicated didactic toolbox, the development of a train-the-trainer concept, discussions on innovative approaches to teaching and learning, the continuing professional development needs of academic staff, and opportunities for creating joint degree programmes within the PIONEER Alliance. Participants are also addressing strategic issues related to the Alliance’s future direction and validating key WP4 performance indicators. The meeting therefore represents an important milestone in strengthening international cooperation among partner universities and in expanding educational opportunities for both students and academic staff.
By hosting this event, Tomas Bata University in Zlín reaffirms its active role within the PIONEER Alliance and its commitment to helping shape a modern, flexible and internationally connected higher education environment.