Visibility of eTwinning Projects Group July 2026 Newsletter
single collaborative product. This process strengthened students ' research, digital, communication, and collaborative skills while promoting mutual understanding and respect for cultural diversity.
This emphasis on local heritage helped students develop a stronger sense of belonging while encouraging respect for cultural diversity. As they compared similarities and differences between communities, they discovered unexpected connections across Europe.
The project ' s dialogue-based approach encouraged students not only to present information but also to listen, respond, and reflect. Throughout the collaboration, they strengthened research skills, digital competence, communication abilities, and confidence in using English as an international language.
Most importantly, the project demonstrated that history is not limited to major national events. Every town, village, and community have stories that deserve to be preserved and shared.
Building friendships through food The Food for Friendship: Connecting Cultures Through Traditional Cuisines project highlighted the role of food in expressing culture and identity. Students aged twelve to fourteen from Slovenia, Italy, Romania, and Türkiye explored how traditional recipes reflect geography, history, migration, and everyday life.
Participants investigated the origins of national dishes while examining how climate, local resources, and historical
exchanges have shaped culinary traditions. Working in international teams, they also created original fusion recipes that combine elements from different cultures, symbolising cooperation and mutual understanding.
Digital technologies played an essential role throughout the project. Students created a range of collaborative digital products that showcased both their culinary knowledge and their intercultural cooperation. These included a multilingual pictionary, an international café menu, cooking demonstration videos, and a collaborative fusion recipe that combined culinary traditions from the participating countries. All project outputs were shared through TwinSpace, school websites, and social media platforms, before being presented during the final online event. These activities highlighted not only students ' linguistic, digital, and intercultural competences but also their ability to collaborate effectively within international teams. Beyond the educational products, the project demonstrated how sharing food can strengthen friendships, encourage empathy, and promote intercultural dialogue.
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