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How can Learning Communities be deployed most effectively in the energy transition? With this question, a research team from Dialogic (Sven Maltha, Femke van Wijk, Jasper Veldman, and Adriaan Smeitink) was commissioned by the Topsector Energie to investigate. Following an extensive literature review and various discussions with Learning Communities and experts, a report has been produced addressing the benefits of Learning Communities, the barriers they may or may not face, the tools available to them, and considerations for public policy regarding Learning Communities.
In summary, the study reveals that (autonomous) continuity of Learning Communities can be a hindrance in collaboration, partly due to challenges in funding. It is also difficult to appropriately certify the courses offered by Learning Communities. Additionally, the available tools for Learning Communities may not always align with their challenges or stage of development. Overall, it remains a challenge to engage SMEs in Learning Communities, and striking a proper balance between the three core activities of learning, working, and developing can be complex.
Based on these findings, recommendations have been made for further research on Learning Communities, along with seven specific policy considerations. To learn more about the Topsector Energie's reflection on this research or the research report itself, visit this article. If you are interested in Learning Communities in general, we invite you to explore our previous work.
