Il 21 maggio dalle ore 10 alle 12, l’Unità nazonale eTwinning INDIRE organizza un evento formativo online rivolto a tutti gli studenti delle scuole secondarie di II grado per scoprire le opportunità di mobilità offerte dall’Unione Europea nel campo della scuola, dell’università, della formazione professionale e dei percorsi giovanili.
Il webinar vedrà la partecipazione di esperti delle tre Agenzie Erasmus+ (INDIRE, INAPP e Agenzia Italiana per la Gioventù) e di giovani testimonial che racconteranno in prima persona le loro esperienze di mobilità. Sarà un momento ricco di stimoli, pensato per coinvolgere attivamente gli studenti e rispondere alle loro curiosità attraverso uno spazio dedicato alle domande in diretta.
Studiare, formarsi, fare volontariato o uno stage all’estero è un’occasione per crescere, conoscere nuove culture e arricchire il proprio percorso. Con Erasmus+ è possibile fare esperienze di mobilità all’estero già durante la scuola, proseguire all’università con studi o tirocini in Europa, oppure partecipare a percorsi pratici, se in formazione professionale (VET). Per gli studenti tra i 13 e i 30 anni, è possibile prendere parte a scambi giovanili o progetti di volontariato internazionale. Tante possibilità per aprirsi al mondo e diventare cittadini europei attivi e consapevoli.
Invitiamo i docenti a partecipare con le proprie classi, organizzando visioni collettive nelle scuole: un modo concreto per far vivere ai ragazzi un’esperienza formativa coinvolgente, utile e orientata al futuro!
Nel modulo di registrazione online sarà possibile, entro il 14 maggio ore 23:59, prenotarsi per lo spazio domande (1 per scuola).*
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Explore how thinking about thinking helps learners to understand and manage their own learning processes.
Imagine this: A pupil excels in a test – not because they memorised the content, but because they figured out the best way to learn it. Another pupil struggles – not due to a lack of ability, but because they’ve never been taught how to reflect on their own thinking.
In a world overflowing with information, metacognition (the skill of thinking about thinking) isn’t just important, it’s essential. But here’s the real question: Are we, as teachers, truly prepared to teach it?
In this episode, host Benjamin Hertz is joined by three guest speakers from Belgium: University professor Jeltsen Peeters, school principal Christine Claessens and primary school teacher Steven Verelst. Together, they explore strategies for promoting metacognition skills in the classroom, highlighting how teachers can encourage pupils to plan, monitor and reflect on their learning processes.
Tune in to discover practical strategies, actionable ideas and examples to help you embed metacognitive practices in your classroom.
In today’s fast-evolving educational landscape, equipping students with strong basic skills—such as literacy, numeracy, digital competence, and critical thinking—is essential for their academic and personal growth (European Skills Agenda, 2016). Project-based learning (PBL) is an innovative approach that empowers students to acquire these skills by actively engaging in real-world challenges and collaborative projects.
The eTwinning initiative enhances this methodology by fostering cross-border partnerships, enabling students to collaborate with peers across Europe while building key competencies for the 21st century.
This onsite workshop is designed to support early childhood and primary education teachers integrate PBL and eTwinning into their teaching practices. It will provide participants with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to design engaging projects that develop students’ foundational skills and promote cultural exchange.
Some background
Basic skills are the building blocks of lifelong learning and active citizenship, forming the foundation for advanced learning and employment (European Commission, 2024). According to the European Commission, fostering basic skills requires innovative pedagogical approaches that connect classroom learning with real-life applications, ensuring a high-quality education, targeted towards success. Ensuring the provision of high-quality early childhood education and care is, therefore, also an efficient and effective investment in education and training (European Commission, 2024). Project-based learning (PBL) has emerged as a proven method for achieving this, as it engages students in active problem-solving, teamwork, and hands-on activities.
eTwinning, as part of the Erasmus+ programme, provides a dynamic place for teachers and students to collaborate on projects across Europe. By integrating eTwinning with project-based learning, teachers can enhance their students’ basic skills while promoting digital literacy, creativity, and cultural understanding. Students work collaboratively with one another to share ideas, build understanding and complete projects. Teachers discuss, share best practices and look for inspiration from other teachers. Students and teachers work with external stakeholders to make learning relevant and authentic. Learning comes alive. These combinations not only align with European educational goals but also empower students to thrive in an interconnected world.
Purpose of the Workshop
Recognising the vital role that schools play in equipping young minds with essential skills and fostering a positive culture towards learning, this workshop is designed to provide early childhood and primary education teachers with the knowledge, strategies, and resources needed to effectively introduce and implement project-based learning in their classrooms. By empowering teachers to promote collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity, we aim to cultivate a generation of curious, skilled, and engaged learners who are prepared to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Objectives of the Workshop
Understand the principles and benefits of project-based learning for developing basic skills.
Learn practical strategies for integrating project-based learning and eTwinning into classroom practice.
Design innovative eTwinning projects focused on improving literacy, numeracy, and digital competence.
Build a network of educators committed to using project-based learning and eTwinning to foster key skills in students.
Join us on 10 April at 14:00 EEST and click here to watch the live sessions of this eTwinning workshop.
eTwinning is an initiative of the European Union and funded by Erasmus+, the EU’s programme to support education, training, youth and sport in Europe. This event and related materials have been prepared for the European Commission by European Schoolnet under a contract with the Union, however it reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
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