Digital Transformations for Supporting Next-Generation Labour
NEXT Project

NEXT Network Core

Teach Together. Learn Together. Grow Together.

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Building the NEXT Network for Hybrid and XR Education

NEXT connects Ukrainian universities through shared laboratories,
 digital collaboration and common educational resources. European
 partners contribute expertise, technology and international cooperation
to help build a sustainable academic ecosystem.

What is the NEXT Network?

ecosystem illustration

NEXT Network is more than a collection of laboratories.

It is a collaborative ecosystem where universities can:

  • deliver hybrid education together
  • share laboratory infrastructure
  • organise international events
  • collaborate on research
  • exchange educational resources
  • gradually expand the network with new institutions.

The initial network has been established around four Ukrainian
 universities within the Erasmus+ NEXT project. European partners provide
 technical know-how, methodology and long-term support, while the network 
remains open for future expansion.

Three Layers of the Network

Physical
Layer

Laboratories and equipment

  • Hybrid classrooms
  • XR laboratories
  • Conference facilities
  • Mobile laboratories

Collabo-
ration Layer

NEXT Collaboration Platform

  • Hybrid meetings
  • Shared lectures
  • Research collaboration
  • Remote participation

Knowledge Layer

NEXT Study

  • Courses
  • Educational resources
  • Learning materials
  • Community knowledge

What Can Members Do?

Hybrid Education

Joint lectures, seminars and workshops.

Research Collaboration

Cross-university research and innovation.

XR Experiences

Immersive demonstrations and virtual laboratories.

Student Activities

Joint projects, hackathons and competitions.

Conferences

International hybrid events.

Knowledge Sharing

Shared educational content through NEXT Study.

Why Join?

Access an International Academic Network

Collaborate with universities across Ukraine and Europe.

Share Infrastructure

Use laboratories beyond your own institution.

Increase Visibility

Participate in international events and projects.

Develop Digital Competences

Adopt hybrid and XR teaching methods.

Build New Partnerships

Create long-term collaborations in education and research.

How the Network Works

workflow

Existing Network

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Collaboration in Practice

Joint Hybrid Lecture

Students from multiple universities attend one lecture.

XR Workshop

Immersive demonstration shared between institutions.

International Research Meeting

Researchers collaborate remotely.

Hybrid Conference

Multiple laboratories connected into one event.

Is Your Institution Ready?

Stable Internet

Video conferencing equipment

Room suitable for hybrid teaching

Local coordinator

Motivation to collaborate

Small note:

Don’t have everything yet? The NEXT community can help you plan the next
steps.

Joining the Network

1.

Expression of Interest

2.

Laboratory Self-Assessment

3.

Technical Compatibility Check

4.

Local Coordinator Appointment

5.

Pilot Connection Session

6.

Become a NEXT Network Member

Ready to Connect?

Join a growing academic community shaping the future of hybrid and
 immersive education.