Module 01: Introduction Module (M1-EN)

The main objective of this module is to make you familiar with the general overview of the main topics of the SKIVRE training scheme and to present the main terminology used in all next modules of the programme. The modules are developed by experts in a structured process. They were tested by users, trainers and target learners and were updated in an iterative process. All modules refer to good practice examples in order to deepen your knowledge.

This SKIVRE-training module is designed to fit the training needs of the monks and nuns, management, staff and volunteers at European monasteries, no matter if they are run by Catholic or Protestant Orders or by the Orthodox Church; by public or private operators.

All modules are relevant for the below mentioned groups of people, but some have a more specific character. They are all interconnected, even if they are not formally complementary. They differ in terms of information and competence level and address three groups:

• Target group 1: For people working on the implementation level like those in monastery shops, three modules are recommended: Module 1, as an introduction to the training, Modules 3 and 4 about monastic products and authentic selling of monastic products. People who want to start considering certain strategic aspects may be inspired by Module 7 on adding value through networking.

• Target group 2: For people with special knowledge or experiences or a certain background and/or specified tasks in the monastic management, Module 2 on marketing strategies, Module 5 on distribution strategies,  Module 8 on creating a strong brand, and Module 6 on social media and communication offer learning content and reflection.

• Target group 3: People on a strategy decision level with a highly specialized / experienced background and respective responsibilities in a monastery (Modules 9 on financing strategies and Module 10 on sustainability aspects).

After you become familiar with this learning module, you will:

• Be aware about what the SKIVRE project is;
• Be aware about the SKIVRE Training Scheme and why it has been created;
• Learn about the needs of monasteries today in the area of production and in the offering of monastic products;
• Understand how the learning content in the different modules is interrelated and thus composing a full programme.

SKIVRE focuses on an interactive training approach, whether you use it as a self-learning course or instructed by a trainer. This training module includes:

• Individualized self-learning - a powerful learning method that enables each learner, on the basis of his/her own experience and knowledge, and on the basis of newly acquired knowledge, to reach development decisions on his/her own;
• Self-assessment - ongoing self-assessment tests or homework that learners send to their trainer prior to the commencement of each subsequent module;
• You might also work in small groups of 2 or 3, e.g. if you decide to implement this module with colleagues as a self-learning group in your monastery or supported by an external trainer.

You gain knowledge individually or in a group using:

• Training materials like this module;
• Training materials in nine more SKIVRE training modules which are closely linked to this module;
• The interactive SKIVRE online training platform: skivre.eu/training;
• Facilitated training sessions for learning in a group with a professional trainer.

Author/s:

Jordi Mallarach

Angela Ivanova

Wolfgang Kniejski

Institution:

Future for Religious Heritage                              

INI-Novation Bulgaria OOD