What is eTwinning?
eTwinning is a free online platform connecting more than 1 million teachers across Europe. It supports primary and post-primary schools to find partners and work on joint projects in any curricular area, using Information and Communication Technology.
eTwinning is funded by the European Union and administered in participating countries by a National Support Organisation (NSO). Léargas is the National Support Organisation for eTwinning in Ireland.
Benefits of eTwinning
By becoming a member of eTwinning, you unlock a world of benefits:
Intercultural Exchange: Enable your students to directly link with their peers, fostering a deeper understanding of European cultures and languages.
Connectivity: Seamlessly connect and build relationships with schools across Europe.
Development: Enhance your students’ digital literacy and ICT skills in a secure and supportive environment.
Recognition: Gain recognition for your projects and school through eTwinning Awards, including the National Quality Label, eTwinning Schools Label, European Quality Label, and Annual eTwinning Prize.
eTwinning in Context
Hear from staff at Patrick's Infants School in Co Cork oh how they use eTwinning in the Classroom
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Follow these simple steps to join our vibrant community:
- Create a profile on the European School Education Platform. Add your organization’s information or reach out to etwinning@leargas.ie and we can assist you in adding it to your profile.
- .Once you’ve registered, this will be sent to us for verification. We will confirm your registration which will grant you access to eTwinning.
- Log in to the platform to browse a wide range of projects and connect with potential partners.
- Register your project’s details on eTwinning Live, our interactive platform for project management.
- Use the Twinspace to collaborate with your partner(s), develop project plans, and engage in project activities
Feeling inspired? Explore our collection of eTwinning project kits, designed to assist you in developing your own projects. These kits provide valuable resources and guidance, ensuring that you have all the tools you need to create impactful and engaging projects in the classroom.
Upcoming Events
eTwinning National Conference 2024
19 October 2024 | Hybrid (Online & Dublin, Ireland)
Join us for an exciting day of discussion from experts on wellbeing at school, including a panel discussion on inclusion, and workshops on online safety for students, teacher wellbeing and more. Winners of the eTwinning National Quality Label and European Innovative Teaching Awards will also be celebrated with an awards ceremony at the conference.
The conference will take place in the Hyatt Centric Hotel in Dublin 8. This will be an hybrid event, so attendees will also have the option to join the conference livestream on the day.
If you have any questions please contact Éabha: emckeown@leargas.ie or Úna: ukehily@leargas.ie.
Please register here .
eTwinning Onsite Course: Integrating EU values in the classroom
7 – 9 November | Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina
This course will bring together secondary school teachers from across Europe who are interested in eTwinning and promoting common European values, democratic citizenship, inclusive learning and active participation.
Participants will hear from experts and participate in workshops and interactive activities to deepen their understanding of democratic citizenship and European values, gain practical skills and knowledge to strengthen their teaching and collaborate with peers from across Europe to build potential eTwinning partnerships.
Applications close on 10 October 2024.
Travel, accommodation and course costs are covered by Léargas. For more information, please email etwinning@leargas.ie.
ITE Annual Conference: Fostering citizenship education and European values through eTwinning for future teachers
28 – 30 November | Budapest, Hungary
The ITE Annual Conference will bring together teacher educators from across Europe to connect with their community and share innovative pedagogical methodologies.
Participants will examine the role of eTwinning for future teachers in the promotion of citizenship education and European values, explore new approaches for integrating eTwinning in the teacher education curriculum, identify good practice in eTwinning projects and collaborate with their peers working in ITE.
Applications close 24 October 2024.
Travel, accommodation and course costs are covered by Léargas. For more information, please email etwinning@leargas.ie.
eTwinning in Context
Hear from staff and pupils at Maynooth Post Primary School in Co Kildare on how they use eTwinning in the Classroom
eTwinning Blogs
School Education Publications and Resources
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eTwinning for Future Teachers
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2023 eTwinning National Quality Label eBook
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2022 eTwinning National Quality Label eBook
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Early Childhood Education eTwinning Feasibility Study
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Early Childhood Education eTwinning Feasibility Study (Irish Version)
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IVET eTwinning Feasibility Study
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IVET eTwinning Feasibility Study (Irish Version)
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eTwinning Curriculum Guide
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eTwinning Curriculum Guide (Irish Version)
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eTwinning Policy Guide
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eTwinning Policy Guide (Irish Version)
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eTwinning Project Kits
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eTwinning Project Kit – Seachtain na Gaeilge (English version)
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eTwinning Project Kit – Seachtain na Gaeilge (Leagan Gaeilge)
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eTwinning Project Kit: Green Horizons (English Version)
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eTwinning Project Kit: Léargais Ghlasa (Leagan Gaeilge)
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eTwinning Project Kit – Celebration Maths (English version)
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eTwinning Project Kit – Ceiliúradh an Mhata (Leagan Gaeilge)
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eTwinning Project Kit: Think like a Leader (English Version)
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eTwinning Project Kit – Smaoinigh ar nós ceannaire (Leagan Gaeilge)
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