THE SECOND  YEAR (2023-2024)

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Mobility 2 - Oslo
13th - 19th May 2024
Stop Cyberbullying

On the first day of the course, each of us introduced ourselves, thus getting to know the trainer who held the course, Mrs Angela Nasulea, originally from Romania, and also our course colleagues, the four teachers from Turkey: Melike Akar - English teacher, Gamze Kilic - ICT teacher, Nurettin Unal - English teacher and Ahmet - Mathematics teacher. After a brief presentation of our highschool, our country and the Romanian education system, we learned about our Turkish colleagues that they come from Isparta, the capital city of the province of the same name, located in the south-western part of Turkey, a province famous for growing rose, rose oil products and carpets. On this day, different activities were organized to introduce us to the topic bullying, in general, and cyberbullying, in particular. Different types of (cyber)bullying, how and why young people use the internet and social networks and how they can become tools for cyberbullying were discussed. Conclusions were drawn about the impact of cyberbullying on the emotional, mental and even physical health of those who are bullied. At the end of the working session, we visited Oslo City Hall.

On the second day, the debates focused on cyberbullying prevention measures, how to recognize cyberbullying, safety measures in the classroom and outside the classroom. As a working strategy we used role play, where the "victim" and the "bully" had to invent different (cyber)bullying situations that had to be stopped by finding the most appropriate ways to support the "victim" or to counsel the "bully". At the end of these activities, we visited a school in Voyenenga, a suburb of Oslo, where we had the opportunity to learn more about the Norwegian education system, one of the best in the world.

On the third day, the working session was centered on debating strategies to cope with real cyberbullying situations, but it was also a day of intercultural experience sharing with Turkish colleagues traditional food, presenting the specific customs of the area we come from or listening to Romanian or traditional Turkish folk music. After the activities, together with the trainer and Turkish colleagues, we visited an architecture and building consultancy company, NorConsult. This company is responsible, among other things, for the design and architecture of some schools and we were impressed by the different designs from the traditional ones which have as a basic principle the creation of spaces inside or outside the school that stimulate learning and the well-being of the students and their teachers.

On the fourth day of the course, the activities were carried out face-to-face or in teams and had the following topics of debate: how to recognize aggressive behaviour, about aggression on the Internet, on social networks or on messaging platforms, about how parents, teachers and students should stand together against this phenomenon, about the risks that cyberbullying has on both victims and the aggressive ones in the online environment.

Norway is not exactly a place that many people look forward to going to. At least not very many people I have met. However, when someone you meet says they have been to Norway, everyone suddenly becomes interested. Thanks to the course "Stop Cyberbullying" organized in the framework of the Erasmus+ project in the Norwegian capital between 12th and 19th May this year, we had the opportunity not only to get to know the city but also to experience how Norwegians celebrate one of the most important national holidays, Constitution Day on 17th May.
One experience we found extremely interesting is the school parade on Constitution Day. On this day it seems that every inhabitant of this city dresses up in traditional clothes to witness or be a participant in the parade that goes through the entire city center to parade in front of the King at the Royal Palace.
Oslo seems to be a timeless and sometimes utopian city, a city that has to be experienced to be understood and appreciated, a city about which words or even pictures say too little, but we have to start somewhere.

Mobility 1 - Lisbon
6th - 12th April 2024
Climate Change and Sustainable Development Goals: Small Acts Create Huge
Impact - Take Action: Go Green

The training activities organized by Motivated Learning for Everyone was attended by a team of five teachers from "Bogdan Vodă" Theoretical Highschool, who trained together with other teachers from Croatia, Germany and Cyprus to respond to the need to pay more attention to the formation of ecological culture in school and to organize impactful activities to protect the environment, but also in order to be able to achieve the Erasmus Accreditation's objective of shaping a behaviour, which will ensure a conscious behaviour of protection and conservation of the environment for sustainable development

The study modules in the course covered a variety of learning topics including: the Portuguese education system and GCDE (Globally Competent and Development Education) policies; school culture of sustainability and the sustainable development goals; climate change education in schools; teaching sustainable development and climate change; key conceptual dimensions of education for sustainable development; school climate action plan; development and climate change in all school subjects; small projects can have big impacts; whole-school approaches to climate action ("Everyone matters, everyone acts!"); Eco principles for a Green School; teachers and students creativity to combat climate change; global days of action and how to influence our well-being and that of the Earth.

On the third day of the course, the activities took place at the Calouste Gulbenkian Art Museum where we worked in teams to identify climate change actions that we could have undertaken with the students. We turned this visit into an activity about climate action and suggested activities aimed at developing students' cognitive, socio-emotional or behavioural skills related to climate action. Education about sustainable development is essential for understanding environmental, economic and social issues, and for promoting responsible and sustainable actions to protect the planet and ensure the well-being of future generations. The objectives of education for sustainable development include raising awareness of global issues, understanding the interconnections between social, economic and environmental aspects, promoting critical thinking and innovative solutions, developing the skills needed to act responsibly and contribute to building a sustainable future, and mobilizing communities and society as a whole to take concrete action towards achieving the sustainable development goals set by the United Nations. The deadline set by the United Nations for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals is 2030. It is known as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Small projects can have a significant impact in combating climate change and promoting sustainability. Some of the small projects are already successfully implemented in our school, and some of the projects suggested in the course we will try to implement in the future. Examples of small projects:
1. Recycling program - starting a recycling program in the school or community can reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill and conserve natural resources.
2. School and community gardens - creating school or community gardens to grow organic vegetables and fruit can promote healthy eating, reduce the carbon footprint of food and increase awareness of the food production process.
3. Installing solar panels - installing solar panels on school or community buildings can reduce dependence on fossil energy sources and help reduce carbon emissions.
4. Awareness campaigns - organizing awareness and education campaigns in school or in the community about climate change, recycling, energy saving and other sustainable practices can increase commitment and involvement in climate action.
5. Reduce water consumption - implementing simple measures to reduce water consumption, such as installing low-flow faucets or collecting rainwater for irrigation, can help conserve water resources.
6. Promote eco-friendly transport - organize events such as Bike Day or Car Share to reduce carbon emissions associated with individual transport.
7. Afforestation projects - organizing afforestation or tree planting projects in schools or in the community can help to reduce carbon emissions by absorbing CO2 and enhance local biodiversity.

At the end of the training program, we were evaluated by the Portuguese trainers through theoretical questionnaires and practical tests, which aimed to observe the level of knowledge acquisition, training of skills and competences targeted in the project, and then we received a European certificate of attendance, which was awarded in a festive setting. Taking this refresher course was a very valuable and enriching experience, it provided us with unique opportunities for learning, development and intercultural interaction and helped us to be better prepared to teach students about the importance and complexity of climate change and inspire them to become involved and responsible citizens in protecting the environment.

For a tourist, Lisbon has proven to be a cosmopolitan, clean, cosmopolitan city with a fascinating history, diverse architecture, fairy tale streets and relaxed people around you. You will be surprised by the Alfama Quarter - still criss-crossed by the famous Remodelado trams from the 1930s; the Belem Quarter - with the Jeronimos Monastery, the Belem Tower, the Museum of Discoveries, and in the 15th century, the main port from where Portugal's great explorers set out to discover the world; The Baixa neighbourhood - the first area of Lisbon to be built according to rigorous urban plans, following the great earthquake of 1755, with the Praca do Comercio and the Rua Augusta Arch, a grandiose gateway marking the entrance/exit to this place.
Other sights that make you linger in this metropolis are the Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa Cathedral, Lisbon's oldest place of worship, dating back to the mid-12th century; the Vasco da Gama Bridge is a suspension bridge, today the second longest in Europe; the statue of Christ the King - the Brazilian-like monument; The Calouste Gulbekian Museum - an art museum containing almost 6000 exhibits, and the museum's garden is a "green spot" in the middle of Lisbon; The Aquarium, also known as the "Oceanario" - one of the largest indoor aquariums in Europe that almost 1 million tourists visit every year.
While you are in Portugal, it is worth making the effort to reach Fatima, 130 km from Lisbon, famous for the religious visions of the Virgin Mary apparitions on May 13th, 1917; other very interesting tourist spots, just 40 km from Lisbon, are Boca do Inferno - where the ocean meets the rocky shore, offering an exceptional natural spectacle - but also Cabo da Roca - the westernmost point of the old continent.

THE FIRST YEAR (2022 - 2023)

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Mobility 2 - Helsinki
14th - 20th May 2023
Structured Erasmus +Course about the Finnish & Estonian Education System
 

Mobility 1 - Barcelona

20th - 25th February 2023
Web Solutions for the Classroom

    A team of 5 teachers from "Bogdan Voda" Theoretical Highschool in Hălăucești started the "Web Solution for the Classroom" training course within the Erasmus+ Accreditation Project number RO01-KA120-SCH-000044014, for the period 2022 - 2027. The mobility took place at the Europass Teacher Academy in Barcelona, Spain. On the first day, we had the pleasure of meeting our classmates, and the big surprise was that among them there were teachers from a school in Neamţ County. Colleagues from Poland and Croatia were also taking part. The day's activities were aimed at introducing the course participants to each other and to the schools they came from. We were also introduced to the topic and the way of organising the course.

    The course day started with the presentation of the main learning platforms and applications used by the participants in their home schools at different moments of the teaching process. This was followed by practical applications on various photo, video and audio editing applications and programs.

    The team participating in the Barcelona mobility created materials in the Bookcreator, Plickers and Storyjumper applications during the first part of the day. The working day continued with outdoor activities. The first of these was a Treasure Hunt type activity held in the premises of the University of Barcelona. The afternoon activities continued with a study visit to the old part of the city, to Placa de Gracia, Placa Del Sol and Placa Del Diamant, as well as visiting some of the great Gaudi's architectural sights.

    The teachers' training in the course "Web Solution for the Classroom" continued with new challenges: an interweaving of outdoor tasks with the latest trends in e-learning. The course opens up new opportunities to increase student motivation and the effectiveness of the teaching approach by implementing new strategies in the classroom based on Snapseed, Goosechase and FlipaClip applications. Practical activities took place in the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Pablo Picasso Museum.

    The penultimate day of the course took place at the Europass Teacher Academy headquarters in Placa Catalonia. The students used the new applications Animoto, Snapseed, Lyricstraining, and the materials they had made during the outdoor activities the previous day, in the study visits to the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the Picasso Museum. The tasks included video editing, with the aim of creating educational content. The photo editing assignments focused on the study of art and great Spanish artists, with specific requirements and criteria. Our team once again stood out for the quality of the final products, and Prof. Aissa Neculăeș was awarded first prize.
     In a festive atmosphere the students received their European Attendance Certificates.
    The accreditation project proves to be a viable initiative, designed to contribute to the modernization of teaching process and to increase the degree of internationalization of our school unit.