The PROMISE collection includes 40 Open Educational Resources designed to help educators strengthen entrepreneurial competences through professional noticing. Each resource follows a consistent structure and supports learners as they observe situations, notice key details, interpret what they see and respond appropriately.
All OERs are practical, classroom-ready and suitable for use in higher education, VET and professional learning contexts. They combine clear learning outcomes, transparent assessment approaches and short, engaging learning activities that can be adapted to a wide range of subjects.
Each OER is built around clear learning outcomes and linked competences, giving both learners and educators a shared focus for the session.
Activities use realistic situations that prompt learners to notice, interpret and respond. This helps them build confidence in communication, teamwork and decision-making.
Every OER indicates its learner level, delivery mode, duration and group size. This allows educators to select activities that fit their context and support inclusive participation.
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gives students practical experience interpreting real financial scenarios and deciding how entries should be recorded. Through group problem-solving, learners build financial literacy, apply accounting rules and strengthen their judgement in recognising what matters in financial statements.
develops learners’ ability to notice verbal and non-verbal signals in sales conversations and respond with clarity. Using structured peer feedback, participants explore real communication challenges and practise techniques that strengthen listening, reflection and professional judgement.
introduces learners to the Business Model Canvas by applying it to a real company. Students map key elements of a business, explore how decisions connect and present their findings, strengthening strategic thinking and practical understanding of business models.
introduces learners to the key elements of a financial plan through a flipped classroom approach. Students review concepts in advance, then work in groups to build an initial financial plan, strengthening financial literacy, practical analysis and collaborative problem-solving.
introduces learners to the core phases of the Design Thinking process. Through brainstorming, group decision-making and reflection, students explore creative problem-solving, understand user needs and practise collaborative idea development in a structured, engaging way.
helps learners understand how entrepreneurs make decisions in uncertain contexts. Through case study analysis, students identify effectuation principles in action, explore why certain choices were made and strengthen their ability to notice opportunities, evaluate reasoning and reflect on entrepreneurial logic.
guides learners through self-assessment and peer coaching using the EntreComp Flower. Participants reflect on their strengths, identify areas for growth and discuss next steps, helping them notice, interpret and plan their entrepreneurial development.
helps learners explore how norms and values shape responsible choices. Through video analysis, group discussion and an ethical dilemma activity, students examine the consequences of decisions, consider stakeholder perspectives and use professional noticing to guide ethical reasoning.
helps learners understand what makes a strong pitch by watching and comparing real examples. Working in groups, they assess ideas, communication and impact, discuss investment choices and use professional noticing to interpret the potential of each pitch.
encourages learners to reflect on past setbacks and identify what each experience taught them. Through guided prompts and peer discussion, students explore how failure shapes behaviour, builds resilience and supports entrepreneurial confidence using professional noticing.
guides learners to explore online tools that can support innovation projects. In teams, they research a chosen resource, test its usefulness and present their findings. The activity builds skills in selecting and applying resources while strengthening observation and collaboration.
introduces learners to ethical and sustainable decision-making through a real business dilemma. Working in teams, they analyse the scenario, discuss stakeholder impacts and reflect on responsible action, strengthening their ability to notice, interpret and respond to ethical issues.
introduces learners to a structured approach for identifying future drivers that may influence an organisation. Working in teams, they explore trends, signals and uncertainties, apply professional noticing and present their findings, strengthening strategic thinking and decision-making for future-oriented work.
in the Workplace helps learners explore creative thinking through a moral dilemma. Working in teams, they analyse the scenario, discuss possible responses and justify their choices, strengthening empathy, reflection and creative problem-solving in professional contexts.
uses a role-play between a seller and a buyer to explore how business opportunities emerge in everyday professional situations. Learners take on roles, observe the interaction and reflect on different perspectives, strengthening awareness, sensitivity and decision-making in real work contexts.
using entrepreneurship cases studies to understand effectuation in practice. After students have learned about effectuation and its principles, they engage in case studies.
helps learners understand and apply the four stages of professional noticing through a practical garage scenario. Students observe, interpret and react to workplace behaviours, strengthening teamwork, awareness and proactive decision-making in vocational settings.
introduces learners to the first phase of Effectuation by mapping who they are, what they know and who they know. Through a guided self-evaluation, students identify their resources, reflect on strengths and build self-awareness to support confident entrepreneurial decision-making.
is a fast-paced teamwork task where learners build a free-standing structure under time pressure. The activity reveals hidden assumptions, encourages experimentation and helps students recognise how small tests lead to better decisions and more resilient ideas.
provides a structured way for coaches to observe start-up teams during workshops. Using professional noticing, coaches record behaviours, identify competences and give targeted feedback, helping teams understand their strengths, development needs and progress over time.
business development courses generally end with a pitching competition, where the teams of students present their new venture idea. One team could have 3-5 members. Students are introduced to pitching and can prepare a pitch on their idea.
for Successful Project Management helps learners examine project challenges through structured peer reflection. Using the Wise Crowds method, they explore how stress, gaps and assumptions shape decisions, strengthening awareness, interpretation and teamwork for more informed project planning.
introduces learners to simple prompting techniques for generating and refining business ideas. They explore AI outputs, assess feasibility and uniqueness, and improve ideas through iteration and reflection, strengthening creative thinking and digital confidence.
uses a simple cooking task to help learners break down a process into clear steps. Working in teams, they analyse the task, plan the sequence and explain their decisions, strengthening organisation, clarity and reflective thinking.
supports teams in understanding how their collaboration works beneath the surface. Through guided reflection, they observe behaviours, identify early tensions and uncover root causes behind challenges, helping them make clearer decisions about how to work together going forward.
guides learners to reflect on their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Through structured self-assessment and guided discussion, they build clearer self-understanding, set meaningful goals and strengthen personal decision-making.
places learners in founder, investor and observer roles to practise negotiation under real pressure. They use checklists, spot red flags and reflect on decision-making, strengthening their ability to notice critical cues and reason strategically in complex business situations.
introduces learners to structured perspective-taking for making decisions in uncertain situations. By working through the six modes of thinking, teams explore data, emotions, risks and creative options, helping them approach problems with clarity and confidence.
introduces learners to the factors that shape new business creation. Through interviews with entrepreneurs and guided reflection, students explore individual, organisational and environmental influences, helping them understand how ventures start and what supports early-stage success.
invites learners to explore how everyday food choices relate to long-term changes in the food system. By comparing current meals with future trends, students discuss sustainability, shifting lifestyles and the need to plan for change, strengthening their project planning and reflective skills.
invites learners to slow down and notice how they think and react through creative, low-pressure tasks. By observing their own patterns and reflecting on moments of clarity, participants develop greater self-awareness and strategies for more purposeful professional action.
develops learners’ ability to read, analyse and compare company financial statements. By examining real firms and presenting their findings, students strengthen financial literacy, critical thinking and confidence in making informed assessments of business performance.
helps learners observe and interpret animal behaviour and respond with resource-aware solutions. Through scenario work and the Bird-in-Hand principle, students learn to use what they have, think creatively and improve animal welfare in realistic, constrained settings.
helps learners recognise client needs and respond creatively using the Crazy Quilt principle. Through beauty-sector scenarios and partnership-focused tasks, students explore how observation and collaboration can expand services and improve customer experience within real budget limits
helps learners recognise key details in fast-paced kitchen environments and respond creatively to setbacks. By applying noticing skills and the Lemonade principle, students turn challenges such as shortages or equipment issues into opportunities for flexible, practical solutions.
teaches learners to spot on-site issues early and respond using available tools, skills and people. Through realistic construction scenarios, students practise observing delays, interpreting causes and applying the Bird-in-Hand principle to plan practical, resourceful solutions.
helps learners observe subtle behaviour changes and act with minimal risk. Using care scenarios, students practise interpreting patient needs and applying the Affordable Loss principle to design small, resource smart improvements in wellbeing.
engages learners in analysing the bottled water sector through sustainability and social impact. Using Auara as inspiration, students practise spotting opportunities, interpreting market challenges and taking initiative to design value creating projects with social purpose.
shows learners how entrepreneurial thinking enhances problem solving, adaptability and career growth. Through case studies and reflection, students practise spotting opportunities, applying the Bird in Hand principle and developing innovative ideas to strengthen vocational practice and future employability.
guides learners to analyse daily routines, visualise time use and explore AI support. Through reflection and group discussion, students practise spotting inefficiencies, interpreting tasks and applying resource smart strategies to boost productivity and wellbeing.
