INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION

Electronic Platform for Adult Learning in Europe (EPALE)

EPALE, which stands for the Electronic Platform for Adult Learning in Europe, is a multilingual, online community for professionals in adult education, funded by the European Union through the Erasmus+ programme. It serves as a hub for news, reports, events, and discussions to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and enhance the quality of adult learning across Europe, allowing teachers, trainers, policymakers, and researchers to connect and exchange ideas. 

EU resource: | European Commission | EPALE |

National Coordinators for the European Adult Learning Agenda

National Coordinators are designated by EU Member States and other cooperating countries to facilitate their cooperation in implementing the  new European Agenda for Adult Learning  and the relevant initiatives of the European Skills Agenda.  Their work contributes to promoting adult learning in their respective country, providing policy advice and gathering and disseminating best practices to national authorities. Each National Coordinator sets out a work programme which identifies the specific actions their organisation is going to take to implement the new European Agenda for Adult learning and the relevant initiatives of the European Skills Agenda in their country.

EU resource: | European Commission | EPALE > National Coordinators for Adult Learning |

European Association for the Education of Adults (EAEA)

The European Association for the Education of Adults (EAEA) is the voice of non-formal adult education in Europe. EAEA is a European NGO with 120 member organisations in 43 countries and represents more than 60 million learners Europe-wide.

EAEA’ purpose is to link and represent European organisations directly involved in adult learning. Originally known as the European Bureau of Adult Education, EAEA was founded in 1953 by representatives from a number of European countries.

EAEA promotes adult learning and access to and participation in non-formal adult education for all, particularly for groups currently under-represented.

EU resource: | European Association for the Education of Adults |

European Basic Skills Network (EBSN) 

The European Basic Skills Network (EBSN) is a non-profit association that brings together policymakers and providers involved in adult basic skills training. The EBSN's activities encompass policy development, quality assurance in provision, teacher training, research promotion, flexible access to training, motivational strategies, integration of basic skills in vocational education, validation of prior learning, and guidance services. For educators, the EBSN offers professional free development opportunities (OERs and MOOCs) through its Professional Development Series (PDS) and Capacity Building Series (CBS) These provide accredited training for adult basic skills teachers, focusing on areas such as digital teaching, literacy, diversity, and learner empowerment.

EU resource: | European Basic Skills Network |

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eTwinning

eTwinning is an online community created for schools, providing a safe and free platform for teachers and students across Europe to collaborate on joint projects, participate in online discussions, and develop their professional skills. The platform is open to school staff, from those in early childhood to vocational education institutions. Members have access to a secure online environment (TwinSpace), to work together and join various online groups and share experiences and interests, as well as to extensive professional development opportunities (such as personalized online courses, seminars, and conferences. Additionally, the platform provides support through national organizations and eTwinning ambassadors—experienced teachers and experts in using eTwinning and European collaboration.

EU resource: | European Commission | European School Education Platform > eTwinning |

SELFIE

SELFIE is a free online customisable tool provided by the European Commission that helps schools in better using digital technology in supporting teaching and learning and helps them to improve digital technologies in their work. By using SELFIE, educators can gain insights into their school’s digital learning practices and make more informed decisions about how to better integrate technology.

EU resource: | European Commission | SELFIE |

The European School Heads Association (ESHA)

The European School Heads Association (ESHA) is the leading professional organization for European school leaders, aiming to improve the quality of school leadership and education by fostering innovation and sharing best practices among its members. Representing thousands of school leaders across Europe, ESHA facilitates an international community for exchanging ideas, developing new concepts, and connecting leaders, researchers, and policymakers. 

Further information on ESHA: https://www.esha.org/ 

Association for Teacher Education in Europe (ATEE)

There are other European organizations for educators, including the Association for Teacher Education in Europe (ATEE), which focuses on improving teacher education quality and professional development across Europe and beyond, and the European Association of Teachers (AEDE), which fosters a united Europe by promoting the European dimension in education and facilitating collaboration among teachers and schools.

Further information on ATEE: https://atee.education/ 

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