In the age of digitalisation and technology, schools too have had to adapt and to change their teaching methods. SELFIE, a free online tool created by the European Commission, gives schools the chance to assess how advanced they are in digital technologies and helps them to make the most of these technologies in teaching and learning.
Do you know a group of young people aged 18-30 in an organisation which needs some support for the funding of its volunteering or solidarity project?
Did you know that the past five years have been the hottest on record? Did you know that air pollution causes more than 7 million deaths a year? Did you know that between now and 2027, the EU will be investing 600 billion euros to fight climate change?
Who is a “refugee” and where do they find safety? Gain new perspectives into forced displacement and the roles of the EU, UNHCR (the UN Refugee Agency) and UNICEF through the stories of 10-year-old Arahmatt, 16-year-old Bakhita, and 17-year-old Wanes.
Do you teach teenagers aged between 16 and 18 years old? Do they want to learn about how disinformation works and ways to combat the spread of fake news? Then join the Your Europe, Your Say! (YEYS) virtual event organised by the European Economic and Social Committee on 31 March – 1 April 2022!
What is artificial intelligence (AI)? What are the main applications of AI? In which sectors is it developing? Can we trust it?
If you are looking for general information about what the European Union does, or you want to engage your school in the Conference on the Future of Europe, EUROPE DIRECT is the answer. 424 information centres, located in every region of the European Union, offer information on EU policies and priorities to citizens, schools, local media and multipliers.
Science is Wonderful! is a public exhibition organised every year by the European Commission. It showcases different EU-funded research projects and their impact and value on people’s daily lives.
Do you know the six core values on which the European Union is based?
The Conference on the Future of Europe is a unique and timely opportunity for European citizens to voice their opinions on Europe’s challenges and priorities. No matter where they are from or what they do, this is the place to think about what future they want for the European Union. Young people play a central role in this process.
Being able to speak and understand languages other than your own is a tremendous asset. Meeting new people, feeling more confident when you’re travelling abroad and discovering new cultures are just some of the things languages can do for you.
The COVID-19 global pandemic has had a profound impact on many sectors of European society. To emerge stronger from this crisis, the EU is launching a recovery plan called ‘NextGenerationEU’.
Do you think sustainable energy can contribute to a better future for our planet? Are there any talented filmmakers in your class? If so, be creative and teach the world how to save energy.
Plates, cutlery, straws, balloon sticks and cotton buds can no longer be placed on the markets of the EU Member States.
Through the Green Deal, the European Union is taking action to fight climate change and encourage all citizens to work towards a greener and more sustainable Europe. Education and training are key, helping citizens and local communities to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for this transition.
Every year in September, the President of the European Commission delivers a public address on the State of the European Union before the European Parliament. This is an important moment for the European institutions and European citizens, not only taking stock of the previous year but also presenting Europe’s priorities for the future.
Are you concerned about the impacts of climate change? Do you feel passionate about the need to reduce carbon emissions? Would you like to give your students a better understanding of climate change and the action we can all take to help reduce it?
Did you know that the train is one of the safest, most sustainable and innovative means of transport? Many events are being organised to raise awareness of its benefits and celebrate the European Year of Rail.
Who invented the sugar cube? Which country has the largest brown bear population in Europe? What is a kanklės? What is Muckanaghederdauhaulia?
Are you a young European looking for a job, a traineeship or a course of study in Europe, but you don’t know where to begin? Just go to the EUROPASS website.
