{"id":76,"date":"2024-01-12T11:57:49","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T11:57:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/leap.physics.auth.gr\/?page_id=76"},"modified":"2026-01-14T19:01:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T19:01:41","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/","title":{"rendered":"HOME"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>LEAP<\/strong>: <strong>unLocking carEer potentiAl with comPlex systems, data analytics and machine learning<\/strong> is an Erasmus+ project aiming at reducing the ICT skills gap, in the fields of Data Analytics and Machine Learning, by developing and offering a flexible and personalised learning content for diverse learners.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"http:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/leap2-1024x585.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1305 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/leap2-1024x585.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/leap2-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/leap2-768x439.png 768w, https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/leap2-1536x878.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/leap2-525x300.png 525w, https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/leap2.png 1792w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"grid-template-columns:33% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"301\" height=\"339\" src=\"http:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Home1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1200 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Home1.png 301w, https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Home1-266x300.png 266w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><br><strong>ARE YOU FASCINATED<\/strong> by the potential of Data Analytics and Machine Learning?<br><strong>CURIOUS ABOUT<\/strong> the endless possibilities these technologies offer?<br><strong>IMAGINE<\/strong> revolutionising healthcare by using data to diagnose diseases earlier or accelerating drug discovery to develop life-saving treatments faster, <strong>PICTURE <\/strong>transforming education through personalized learning experiences, harnessing data to optimise crop yields and combat food insecurity in agriculture, <strong>ENVISION <\/strong>uncovering new insights about the universe and its mysteries with data-driven approaches, or revolutionising renewable energy production and distribution, plus so many more, exciting opportunities waiting to be explored!<br><strong><em>Eager to dive into these dynamic fields?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 23%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>DID YOU KNOW<\/strong> that in a survey conducted in 2019, over half of both large and small and medium enterprises in all Member States (58%) who recruited or tried to recruit ICT specialists reported difficulties in filling these vacancies? <br>And this daunting challenge also includes sourcing qualified talent in the fields of Data Analytics and Machine Learning.<br><em><strong>Enter LEAP!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"224\" height=\"293\" src=\"http:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Home2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1250 size-full\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:33% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"340\" height=\"239\" src=\"http:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Home3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1294 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Home3.png 340w, https:\/\/www.leaperasmusplus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Home3-300x211.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 340px) 100vw, 340px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>LEAP<\/strong> <strong>IS AN ERASMUS+ PROJECT<\/strong>  dedicated to helping learners transform their solid theoretical backgrounds into the practical skills and real-world experience needed to excel in the fields of Data Analytics and Machine Learning of the ICT labour market. Our approach empowers diverse learners by providing accessible, adaptable, and personalised learning content and experiences tailored to their individual needs and preferences. The digital learning content will be available in five languages: English, Greek, Italian, Swedish, and Turkish.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>JOIN US AT LEAP<\/strong> and take the next step in your ICT journey, unlocking the door to the fascinating world of Complex Systems, Data Analytics, and Machine Learning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">LEAP courses FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<p>You can email us with questions at leaperasmusplus@gmail.com. We do our best to reply promptly. Because we receive a high volume of messages, please check the FAQ first; if it doesn\u2019t cover your case, send us your question by email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for courses<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n<!-- <a href=\"wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/CompaniesSurveyFAQ.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Download FAQ <\/a> -->\n\n\n\n<style>#sp-ea-1585 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-1585.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-1585.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-1585.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-1585.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-1585.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1762366824\"><div id=\"sp-ea-1585\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ex-icon=\"minus\" data-col-icon=\"plus\"  data-ea-active=\"ea-click\"  data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15850\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15850\" aria-controls=\"collapse15850\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is LEAP?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15850\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15850\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>LEAP<\/strong>: un<strong>L<\/strong>ocking car<strong>E<\/strong>er potenti<strong>A<\/strong>l with com<strong>P<\/strong>lex systems, data analytics and machine learning is an Erasmus+ project that aims to bridge the gap between academic education and the demands of the labour market in the ICT sector. Through the development of an innovative, flexible, and personalised training curriculum, the project seeks to equip students, graduates, and professionals with up-to-date, high-demand skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It offers <strong>three courses<\/strong>: <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Data Analytics and Statistics<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Machine Learning and applications<\/li>\n<li>Complex Systems and applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15851\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15851\" aria-controls=\"collapse15851\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are the courses dates?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15851\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15851\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>\u201cMachine Learning and applications\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> course starts on <\/span><b>19\/01\/2026<\/b><\/li>\n<li>The <b>\u201cData Analytics and Statistics\u201d<\/b> course starts on <b>23\/03\/2026<\/b><\/li>\n<li>The <b>\u201cComplex Systems and applications\u201d<\/b> course starts on <b>23\/03\/2026<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15852\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15852\" aria-controls=\"collapse15852\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> Where do I apply?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15852\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15852\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Online at: <a href=\"https:\/\/kedivim.auth.gr\/application-leap\/\">https:\/\/kedivim.auth.gr\/application-leap\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Check out also the link to AUTh's center for education and lifelong learning website:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/kedivim.auth.gr\/en\/programs\/leap-unlocking-career-potential-with-complex-systems-data-analytics-and-machine-learning\/\">https:\/\/kedivim.auth.gr\/en\/programs\/leap-unlocking-career-potential-with-complex-systems-data-analytics-and-machine-learning\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15853\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15853\" aria-controls=\"collapse15853\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> When do I apply? \/ Can I still apply?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15853\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15853\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Applications will be open for the\u00a0<strong>\u201cMachine Learning and applications\u201d<\/strong> course, <strong>from 12\/01\/2026 to 15\/01\/2026<\/strong>, for<strong> NEW <\/strong>applications only (those of you you have already applied <strong>DO NOT<\/strong> have to apply again).<\/p>\n<p>Applications are currently closed for the other two courses.\u00a0They will re-open (for<strong> NEW <\/strong>applications only) on the following dates:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For the\u00a0<strong>\u201cData Analytics and Statistics\u201d<\/strong> course applications will be open from 16\/03\/2026 to 19\/03\/2026<\/li>\n<li>For the\u00a0<strong>\u201cComplex Systems and applications\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0course applications will be open from 16\/03\/2026 to 19\/03\/2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15854\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15854\" aria-controls=\"collapse15854\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> Do I have to use an academic email for my application?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15854\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15854\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>No. Any valid email is fine. Just make sure it has adequate space to receive incoming mail and is typed correctly in the application, otherwise, we won't be able to enrol you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15855\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15855\" aria-controls=\"collapse15855\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can I apply to more than one course?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15855\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15855\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Of course. You can apply to just one, two, or all three of the courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15856\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15856\" aria-controls=\"collapse15856\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> Who\u2019s eligible? \/ Conditions for acceptance<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15856\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15856\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>You can apply if you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are 18+ (you must be an adult)<\/li>\n<li>Have a high school diploma<\/li>\n<li>Have internet access<\/li>\n<li>Have a personal email address<\/li>\n<li>Have basic computer skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15857\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15857\" aria-controls=\"collapse15857\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> Do I need to upload documents to prove I\u2019m eligible (18+ and secondary education)?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15857\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15857\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>\u039d\u03bf. We do not ask for IDs or certificates. By submitting your application, you solemnly declare that you are 18 years of age or older and you have completed secondary education (high-school diploma or equivalent), and that all information you provide is true and correct. Providing false information may lead to rejection of your application, cancellation of your enrolment, and withdrawal of any certificate you earn.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15858\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15858\" aria-controls=\"collapse15858\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is LEAP limited to AUTh (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki) students?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15858\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15858\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>No.<\/p>\n<p>Applicants are not restricted to AUTh or other consortium universities (Karolinska Institute, Ca\u2019 Foscari University, Istanbul University). You don\u2019t even need to be a university student or graduate. <em data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"293\">(See also \u201cWho\u2019s eligible?\u201d \/ \u201cConditions for acceptance.\u201d)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-15859\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse15859\" aria-controls=\"collapse15859\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> Will I receive a confirmation email after submitting my application?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse15859\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-15859\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>No automatic confirmation is sent. If you later get an update from leaperasmusplus@gmail.com, it means we received your application and the email you provided works.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-158510\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse158510\" aria-controls=\"collapse158510\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> How will I know if I\u2019ve been accepted?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse158510\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-158510\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Accepted applicants will receive an email with registration instructions. <strong>IF<\/strong> you have not received this email by the <strong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"392\">end of the second day after the course start date<\/strong>, there is likely an issue with the email address you provided (common issues: a typo, or a full mailbox). <strong>IN THAT CASE<\/strong>, email us at <strong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"585\">leaperasmusplus@gmail.com<\/strong>\u00a0with the subject: \"<strong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"637\">NO REGISTRATION MAIL RECEIVED\"<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-158511\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse158511\" aria-controls=\"collapse158511\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> Will the awarded ECTS count towards my degree?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse158511\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-158511\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\"<em>The ECTS framework helps students and universities define and understand the workload that comes with lectures and study programmes.<\/em> \"<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Each LEAP course carries 5 ECTS to indicate workload. For the current pilot year, these ECTS are not formally recognised towards a degree. Recognition may be possible at some EU universities in future runs; check with your institution.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Even if not formally recognised, listing the respective ECTS on your CV shows relevant training and initiative.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-158512\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse158512\" aria-controls=\"collapse158512\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the courses' learning format?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse158512\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-158512\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>The courses are delivered entirely online in an asynchronous format. This means there are no in-person classes, no required live sessions, or fixed lecture times. Lectures are pre-recorded and supported by presentations, readings, and activities. Progress is self-paced within each module, i.e., learners may engage with materials at any time. The only fixed points are the due dates for graded assignments; graded assignments must be submitted by the stated deadlines.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-158513\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse158513\" aria-controls=\"collapse158513\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the assessment (grading) scheme?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse158513\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-158513\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"214\"><strong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"212\">Assessment overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Weekly graded activities:<\/strong> (graded quizzes and hands-on coding exercises) short, lower-stakes tasks to assess each topic<\/li>\n<li><strong>Two end-of-course assessments:<\/strong> <strong>1)<\/strong> a final project applying what you\u2019ve learnt, <strong>2)<\/strong> an online portfolio (brief, follows the project) showcasing selected outcomes. This activity will help you learn how to present your work\u2014something employers value.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Minimum passing grade (for each course): The minimum passing grade is <strong data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"266\" data-is-only-node=\"\">70% <\/strong>of the <strong data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"266\" data-is-only-node=\"\">aggregate<\/strong> marks across <strong>all<\/strong> graded assessments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ungraded practice activities: <\/strong>There will also be practice activities throughout the courses. Practice activities will be ungraded (they will not carry any marks), but learner participation will be mandatory. In other words, you are required to engage with and submit all practice activities, but your performance on them will not affect your course mark in any way.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card  sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-158514\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse158514\" aria-controls=\"collapse158514\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i class=\"ea-expand-icon ea-icon-expand-plus\"><\/i> Contact<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse158514\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1585\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-158514\"><div class=\"ea-body\"><p>You can email us with questions at <strong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"132\">leaperasmusplus@gmail.com<\/strong>. We do our best to reply promptly. Because we receive a high volume of messages, please check the FAQ first; if it doesn\u2019t cover your case, send us your question by email.<\/p>\n<p><br data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"307\" data-is-only-node=\"\" \/>You can also find updates on our social channels. Please follow us on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LEAPerasmusplus\"><strong data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"385\">Facebook<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/leaperasmusplus\"><strong data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"418\">LinkedIn<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to receive notifications and news.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LEAP: unLocking carEer potentiAl with comPlex systems, data analytics and machine learning is an Erasmus+ project aiming at reducing the ICT skills gap, in the fields of Data Analytics and Machine Learning, by developing and offering a flexible and personalised learning content for diverse learners. 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