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The aim of the Module:
The aim of the “Internet of Things in entrepreneurial practice” module is to
provide entrepreneurs with knowledge of this technology, which will allow them
to become more interested in the solutions that are possible thanks to it and
which may ultimately affect the way in which their business will develop.
Time duration: 4 weeks (6 hours of self-study per week; 24 hours in total)
ECVET: 1 point

Length of • 20 pages of study materials divided into 4 chapters,
material: • app. 1 chapter per week,
• after completion of Chapter IV participant will be asked
to do digital exercises

Learning objectives of the Module:
• The participant will understand what the Internet of Things is and how this
technology is already affecting our lives;
• The participant will understand the role of IoT in shaping the solutions of
the future;
• The participant will understand what is role of IoT in Smart Cities
• The participant will learn about the impact of this technology on how
businesses can create value and how they can benefit from IoT;
• The participant will understand how different Industry 4.0 technologies
(such as Big Data or Edge Computing) support and influence each other’s
development.
Learning outcomes of the Module:
• to understand what is IoT;
• to understand the IoT infrastructure;
• to understand the influences of IoT on everyday life;
• to learn about the different devices that use IoT;
• to gain knowledge about future areas of possible application;
• to recognise of what technologies support IoT;
• to understand the benefits and risks of using IoT;
• to learn how IoT can support Start-ups;
• to gain knowledge about the barriers to IoT implementation;
• to gain knowledge about the future trends in IoT.

Teaching methods of the • student-centred learning
Module: • self-directed learning

Teaching tools used: • single choice set
• true/false questions
• fill in the blanks
• drag the words

Programme: Erasmus+
Key Action: Cooperation for innovation and the exchange of good practices
Action Type: Strategic Partnerships for vocational education and training
Project Number: 2019-1-PL01-KA202-065209
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