Beginner to advanced level members of the eTwinning network can participate in Professional Development Workshops (PDWs), eTwinning Seminars, and the Annual eTwinning Conference. PDWs bring together participants from different European countries who want to learn more about eTwinning, and develop their skills in European collaboration using ICT. Thematic seminars are held in different European countries and allow participants to network and share experiences.
Funding to support teachers’ attendance at workshops, seminars and conferences is available.
To apply for a place at any of the events, complete the eTwinning Meetings & Training application form, submit it online, and we’ll contact you in due course. Please email etwinning@leargas.ie if you have any queries.
28 – 30 November, Dublin
Aim: The aim of this seminar is to help make eTwinning virtual exchange programmes real life exchanges for schools. This is a contact making seminar for schools engaging in E-Twinning to discover more about the Erasmus+ Programme and opportunities for their schools. Participants will be supported in developing new project ideas and also how E-twinning can compliment other projects from Erasmus+ Programme, and further bring a European dimension to their school.
Objectives:
– Be provided with the necessary information and tools to develop KA1 or KA2 projects in the field of Schools.·
-Create the clear connection between virtual to reality exchanges.· understand what makes a good quality project ·
-Have the opportunity to meet potential future partners·
– learn what steps are needed in applying
Deadline: 28th October 2019
Working language: English
Target: Schools who are engaging in eTwinning projects, who wish to make the move into physical European mobility either through KA1 or KA2 School Exchange Partnership.
Deadline for applications: 28 October 2019
For more information: email Carmel and you can apply here.
28 – 29 November, Brussels
Building inclusive classrooms starts with understanding the diverse needs your students may have and having a large toolbox of instructional strategies that can help you better serve every student. This workshop will provide an introduction for teachers who would like to learn how to design lessons and activities including eTwinning projects, and make their classrooms and school more accessible to all.
Target audience: primary and post-primary teachers of all subjects
Working language: English
Deadline for applications: 04 November 2019
For more information: email Caoimhe and you can apply here.
25-28 September, Sigulda, Latvia
In this seminar teachers will learn how to draw comic books, how to tell stories visually and build visually appealing projects. Teachers will explore the importance of Art in schools and the use of Art in eTwinning projects. There will also be practical workshops in photography, caricature and comics, Teachers don’t have to teach art in order to participate in the seminar.
Target audience: primary and post-primary school teachers of all subjects with particular interest to Art Teachers
Working language: English
Deadline for applications: 23 August 2019
For more information: email John and you can apply here.
25–28 September, Sicily, Italy
This multi-lateral seminar aims to give Irish teachers from remote and/or rural areas an opportunity to network with similar schools from Italy, Finland and the Nordic Countries. The teachers will share their experiences and ways to use eTwinning to overcome the specific difficulties that arise for schools in rural areas. They will be guided through the many ways to use the eTwinning portal and receive help and assistance to find project partners and begin projects.
Target audience: Primary teachers/principals in rural and/or remote areas. This course is suitable for beginners in eTwinning.
Working language: English
Deadline for applications: 24 August 2019
For more information: email Caoimhe and you can apply here.
10–12 October 2019, Bratislava, Slovakia
This is a seminar for new and intermediate eTwinning teachers. The programme will consist of themed talks and workshops delivered by experienced eTwinning experts. It will also be an opportunity to meet other eTwinning teachers from across Europe and create exciting eTwinning projects.
Target audience: Upper primary, and lower secondary teachers (ages 7-15).
Working language: English
Deadline for applications: 6 September 2019
For more information: email John and you can apply here.
The eTwinning Thematic Conference organised and hosted by NSS Ireland took place from 09 – 11th May in the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. The Conference was a three day event dedicated to promoting and strengthening eTwinning schools as cohesive learning organisations. It consisted of Keynote Speeches, 24 Workshops, Plenary Sessions and Networking Activities. 230 delegates from 30+ countries across the eTwinning community attended. The programme was very well received and the event has proved to be a great success.
eTwinning Thematic Conference | Dublin | 09 – 11 May 2019
Developing key competences through project based learning | Belgium | 25 – 27 March 2019
Interactive technologies for the future classroom | Belgium | 09 – 10 April 2019
Developing an eSafe Classroom | Belgium | 22 – 23 November 2018
Active Learning in my School and Classroom | Belgium | 01- 02 December 2018
First Steps in eTwinning – Bilateral seminar with the UK | Belfast, UK | 15-17 November 2018
Flipped Classroom | Brussels, UK | 10-11 November 2018
How eTwinning and Erasmus+ can contribute to the International development of Schools in Europe | Belfast, UK | 15-17 November 2018
Collaborative Learning in English | Estonia | 27 – 29 2018
eTwinning Annual Conference eTwinning and Our Heritage: Where the past meets the Future | Poland | 25 – 27 October
Schools Connected across Europe – eTwinning and Erasmus+ CPD Course for Primary School Teachers | Dublin | 20 – 21 August 2018
eTwinning School | Italy | 14 – 16 May
ICT Collaboration and eSafety in the Primary School Classroom | Dublin | 19 – 21 April
Building the Future of Europe through Cultural Heritage | Greece | 19 – 21 April 2018
How to plan your first eTwinning project | France | 23 – 25 March 2018
TIE – Tackle Inclusion with eTwinning | Dublin | 01 – 03 February 2018
Collaborative Teaching and Learning with ICT Tools / Brussels | 29 – 30 January 2018