forløbene

Forløbene is the Danish term for sequences of activities designed to achieve a defined goal. The plural form denotes multiple such sequences and is used across education, health care, and organizational contexts. A forløb typically includes a planned order of steps, milestones, and assessments, as well as expected outcomes and timelines.

In education, forløb (often referred to as læringsforløb or undervisningsforløb) are structured units that integrate teaching activities, student work, and assessment. They may be modular, project-based, or interdisciplinary and are usually aligned with national curricula or institutional learning objectives. The design emphasizes progression, feedback, and documentation of learning outcomes.

In health care and social services, forløb commonly describe care pathways—standardized sequences of services for a patient or client, from initial contact through diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and follow-up. They aim to coordinate care, reduce unnecessary variation, and support quality and safety, while allowing individual adaptation as needed.

In the workplace and in professional development, forløb refer to onboarding programs, competency development tracks, or project life cycles. They define stages, responsibilities, and deliverables, facilitating planning, monitoring, and evaluation of progress for individuals or teams.

Digital platforms and information systems increasingly manage forløbene, documenting milestones, resources, assessments, and feedback. Evaluation typically focuses on whether objectives are met, adherence to timelines, and the extent to which the sequence supports learners, patients, or participants in achieving desired outcomes.