Visibility of eTwinning Projects Group July 2014 Newsletter
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diversity and realized that they must show
tolerance and respect to it. They simulated
situations of people with special needs, uploaded
their experiences on the team glog, worked on the
"Little Prince" book, created some illustrations
inspired by the story and produced a digital book
with their work.
The aim of the project was to develop the creativity
of students and make them to communicate and
discover new concepts while having fun. The use of
project-based strategies and new technologies,
such as Glogster EDU, make them successful in
their work with different kinds of media, which is a
great way for developing and improving students'
21st century skills. Through the project the
students enjoyed funny and creative learning, built
awareness as peacemakers, learned how to
communicate and collaborate through different
kinds of social media, understood that they must
accept the different, became familiar with project
partners' countries and cultures, and enlarged their
horizons. Through the discussions that took place in
the classroom the students understood the value of
peace, how important it is for humanity and that it
is a good that all people in the world have the right
to enjoy.
layout of the classroom completely changed, the
desks were combined, the students were moving in
the classroom, the relationships among them
became more relaxed having the sense more that
they play rather that they work. The students built
self-confidence through the pursuit of the common
goal, took initiatives, even the most spineless
students developed their imagination and creativity,
shared common experiences, built knowledge
together and ultimately developed dynamic
interactive relationships. Through their participation
in the programme and the collaborative work with
other schools, they acquired new skills, experienced
other cultures and civilizations, understood that
there may be people who are different, who have
other folkways and culture.
Conclusively I would say that the overall experience
with eTwinning was very positive not only for my
students but for myself as well, and that we
appreciate the fact that we got the chance to build
new friendships, discover new places and start
thinking in a more open way.
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Before I close I would like to mention some generic
benefits gained by the students through their
participation in the eTwinning programme. The
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