What is E Twinning
How do I use it
eTwinning offers a platform for staff (teachers, head teachers, librarians, etc.), working in a school in one of the European countries involved, to communicate, collaborate, develop projects, share and to be part of the most exciting learning community in Europe.
eTwinning promotes school collaboration in Europe through the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) by providing support, tools and services for schools. eTwinning also offers opportunities for free and continuing online Professional Development for educators.
Launched in 2005 as the main action of the European Commission’s eLearning Programme, eTwinning is co-funded by the Erasmus+, the European programme for Education, Training, Youth and Sport, since 2014.
A beginners guide registration
Registration
When you access the website www.etwinning.net you will see at the top right of your screen , login or register. If you are new to etwinning, complete the pre registration giving information about yourself and your school. You will then be sent a confirmation email to validate your email address in the system. Once you have confirmed your pre-registration, you will be able to complete the second part of the registration process.
eTwinning Portal
The eTwinning portal is the entry point to the eTwinning world. Available in 28 languages, eTwinning.net offers news from the eTwinning countries, professional development opportunities, information about recognition as well as examples of successful projects.
eTwinning Live
Where teachers experience eTwinning community to its full potential. Teachers can search for other registered eTwinners and schools, connect with them and follow their activities. Teachers can access all the online and on-site events created by eTwinners, and can also create their own.
Through eTwinning Live teachers can create their own projects in which they can set off activities on different topics and key competences by collaborating with two or more teachers and their students.
Teachers can find online professional development opportunities that eTwinning offers at European level. Learning Events are short, intense and enjoyable courses that introduce teachers to a topic, stimulate ideas, and help them develop their skills. Learning Events typically involve a commitment of 4-6 hours. Online Seminars are live online video sessions of one hour where teachers have the chance to learn, talk and discuss a variety of themes.