The CLOUD HED consortium currently works on analysing selected curricula with a view to their crisis-sensitivity and readiness for a shift to the cloud university model (Activity A3.3). For doing so, a curriculum analysis scheme was developed based on pertinent literature. This scheme allows to analyse curricula with a view to aspects including flexibility, modularity, stackability of courses and the inclusion of resilience skills.

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Examples for further themes to be analysed:

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• Competency-based educational formats replacing rigid ones

• Asynchronous learning alternatives for accessibility

• Integration of crisis-relevant and trauma-informed skills

• Cloud-based LMS compatibility (Moodle, MS Teams, Google Classroom)

• Low-bandwidth and offline learning options

 

The initial analysis is limited to selected curricula in partner HEIs, which are centred around management, educational sciences, and international economy.

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• The curricula under analysis are: Tel-Hai Academic College – M.A. in Management and Organization of Educational Systems, demonstrating strong crisis-sensitivity with trauma-informed pedagogy and flexible assessment methods

• Sumy State University – International Economy and International Management program, showcasing resilience through energy-independent infrastructure and adaptive learning platforms

• Riga Technical University – Educational Sciences M.A., highlighting modular structures and cloud-based delivery systems

 

For gaining a broader insight and more comparability, a second round of analysis will be focused on additional curricula in partner HEIs, but also on curricula in other institutions.

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As we complete the curriculum analysis, we're building a replicable framework that higher education institutions worldwide can adopt to enhance their operational resilience and student support during emergencies.

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Is your institution exploring modular, crisis-resilient curriculum design?