The Community for Educational Innovation (CEI) is a community of practice that aims to unite educational institutions, educators, businesses, and policymakers to advance educational innovation and equip learners with the skills and mindsets needed to navigate and contribute to Europe’s innovation landscape. CEI fosters a collaborative ecosystem where members connect with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and access knowledge and resources on educational innovation.

Thematic Focus by Semester

The work of the CEI is structured around four key thematic strands, each explored over the course of a semester. These strands allow members to engage deeply with specific dimensions of innovation in education, from entrepreneurship to sustainability:

1. Entrepreneurial skills and mindsets in education (1^st semester of 2025): Exploring diverse approaches to entrepreneurship education at all levels.
2. From research to impact - Bridging the innovation gap in higher education (2^nd semester of 2025): Facilitating the translation of research into practical innovations within higher education institutions.
3. Education for green and digital innovation (1^st semester of 2026): Preparing learners with the necessary skills to drive green and digital transitions.
4. Lifelong learning for an innovative workforce (2^nd semester of 2026): Fostering lifelong learning initiatives to ensure a skilled workforce capable of responding to evolving societal needs.

At the end of each thematic semester, CEI publishes comprehensive documents based on community activities, surveys and interviews, summarising the last semester's discussions and offering actionable recommendations on each thematic strand.

CEI Activities

To support its mission, CEI organises a range of activities aligned with each thematic strand:

• Thematic webinars: Featuring experts, practitioners, and policymakers who share insights and experiences on cutting-edge educational challenges and solutions.
• In-person study visits: Providing opportunities to observe and learn from innovative educational practices across different European regions.

In addition, CEI collects case studies from community members that highlight successful and promising innovations in education, offering inspiration and practical guidance.

Connection to HEInnovate

The Community for Educational Innovation is developed under the HEInnovate initiative, a self-reflection tool for higher education institutions to explore and advance their innovative and entrepreneurial potential. In that regard, CEI also functions as a hub for institutions using HEInnovate to reflect on their innovation journeys and share experiences.

Joining the Community for Educational Innovation

Becoming a part of the CEI community is easy. To register, complete the CEI Registration Form. Once registered, you’ll be registered for the CEI newsletter and gain access to a dedicated MS Teams platform with a wealth of activities, including webinars, study visits, and ongoing discussions. Through the platform, you can connect with peers, access exclusive resources, and participate in upcoming events.