The Game

The game is a learning tool to discover Research skills and reflect on the role of non cognitive skills such as grit in academic careers. 

The surveys you found at the beginning and at the end of the game are being used to see if AI can help us measuring grit starting from textual input and sentiment analysis techniques.

The game can be played on pc and mobile devices. 

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If interested in the the game and the topics, here you can find a small repository with useful materials:

1. European Competence Framework for Researchers

  • Official Documents:

    • ResearchComp: The European Competence Framework for Researchers
      Description: An official framework outlining the competencies required for researchers in Europe.
      Link: ResearchComp Framework

    • New Standards and Tools for More Attractive Research Careers in the Union
      Description: A document detailing new standards and tools aimed at enhancing research careers within the EU.
      Link: New Standards and Tools

  • Articles and Reports:

    • Researchers’ Skills – European Commission
      Description: A report capturing contributions of EU-funded projects on skills development since the launch of ResearchComp.
      Link: Researchers’ Skills Report

    • Knowledge Ecosystems in the New ERA
      Description: A policy brief presenting the European Competence Framework for Researchers ‘ResearchComp’.
      Link: Knowledge Ecosystems Policy Brief

2. Non-Cognitive Traits

  • Research Papers and Articles:

    • Non-Cognitive Skills: What They Are and Why They’re Important
      Description: An article explaining non-cognitive skills, their importance, and examples.
      Link: Non-Cognitive Skills Article

    • Non-Cognitive Skills: Definitions, Measurement, and Malleability – UNESCO
      Description: A comprehensive review focusing on non-cognitive skills, their definitions, measurement, and impact on employment outcomes.
      Link: UNESCO Review

    • Non-Cognitive Skills: What Are They? – Exploring Your Mind
      Description: An article discussing non-cognitive skills, their types, and

      • Videos and Talks:

        • The Power of Non-Cognitive Skills | TEDx Talk by Brian Oshiro
          Description: A TEDx talk discussing the significance of non-cognitive skills in education and personal development.
          Link: TEDx Talk

        • Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance | TED Talk by Angela Lee Duckworth
          Description: Angela Duckworth explores the role of grit—a key non-cognitive trait—in success.
          Link: Angela Duckworth TED Talk

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