Intellectual property (IP) is becoming a trending concept in the current legal and innovation landscapes. Teaching about Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), IP use for sustainability, and IP data through innovative pedagogical approaches is essential for equipping students with the necessary skills to understand and manage it for business benefits. Novel pedagogical methods, such as project-based learning and case studies, can be employed to enhance the learning experience.
These methods encourage active engagement and practical understanding of IP concepts. For instance, using real-world case studies allows students to analyze and discuss the implications of IPR for circular economies and green innovations. Project-based learning can involve students in developing their own ideas and inventions by consulting insights from IP analysis in real-time. By integrating these innovative approaches, educators can foster a deeper understanding of IP management's role in promoting equitable digital and green transformations, ensuring that students are well-prepared to contribute to a socially inclusive and sustainable future.
 

IPR4SC project will join to the Slovenian Social Science Conference on 18th October 2024 and present these innovative teaching approaches. We will have a separate session titled: Teaching Sustainability and Circularity: Novel Approaches from IPR4SC project from 17:30 to 18:30. This session will delve into pedagogical innovation, presenting insights and lessons learnt from the IPR4SC project and it’s implemented courses with a focus on intellectual property rights, sustainability and circularity. The event is designed for professors and teachers from Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) sectors, emphasizing the development of curricula and teaching practices that can be applied across various educational contexts.

Register for our session here: ttps://forms.gle/ofijvR5tZDNCubF18