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My Name mentor Kovaçi thank you so much for this beautiful project!

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Teacher: Finnur Hrafnsson

School: Selásskóli, Iceland

Class: 5th grade, 25 students

The project "My video penpal" was one of two eTwinning projects undertaken this year and integrated into our curriculum. Students really enjoyed the cooperation and learning about different cultures and customs of the world.

The project stood both as a stand-alone project where students could foster their creativity and communication skills as well as being integrated into language and social studies with additional projects made by the teacher.

Students both enjoyed the project as already stated and benefitted academically in various ways:

Cultural awareness: Students met and talked with students from other schools. Students looked up geographical and social data from the areas of these schools and talked about life in these other areas of the world.

Grammar and language: Students had to increase their knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary in order to communiate more efficiently. As this was something they had a high motivation to do already the project helped them on their path.

Cooperation and storytelling: Students had to work with each other to decide what to tell other international students about our home country and customs. Then they had to work with international students to learn about them. Finally students wrote texts together about what they had learned.

This project was at times difficult to manage time wise but it was very well worth it. We really hope for more opportunities int he future to work on similar projects which will surely go just as well. The cooperation of other teachers was fantastic and the international students really did a fantastic job.

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Sylwia Maj, Zespół Szkolno-Przedszkolny nr 8 w Rzeszowie

The project "My video Penpal" was integrated into the curriculum. Students developed their skills in the area of greeting someone else, talking about hobbies, likes and dislikes, talking about preferences, asking simple questions and making inquiries.

Students learned about the culture and a bit of geography of other countries. They researched about the members of the projects as they were curious about their new friends. They improved in the area of IT as they used many web tools throughout the whole project.

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Feyza HEDİYE KARATAY, Şehit Gazeteci Hasan Tahsin Ortaokulu, İzmir, Türkiye

Our Project My Video Penpal is integrated in the cirriculum in many ways;

1. Building and Improving of Self Confidence:

My pupils, especially the shy ones, improved themselves a lot thanks to many online meetings

2. Language Enhancement: Communication and Interaction are at the very center of our project. Pupils loved to communicate with peers with a foreign language.

3. Digital Literacy:

We really tried hard to introduce and develop the students' digital skills. It's essential to catch up with the online platforms.

4. Being a World-Citizen and Globalization:

Students talked about global problems and tried to think out of the box.

In short, 'My Video Penpal' has a high impact on both students and teachers. They realized the rest of the world and introduced themselves with self confidence.

Thanks to eTwinning and our partners :)

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Teacher: Marina Spilioti

School: 8th primary school of Paleo Faliro, Greece.

Class: ST2, 23 students

The project “My video Pen Pal” ,we worked on this year,was in accordance with our national Curriculum framework and the European framework for languages and meets the guidelines of level A2. It was based on an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach and students were able to:

·       to understand and produce simple and complex sentences in carrying out activities and producing texts in completing projects.

·       to describe every day routines/habits and give information for their immediate environment, their school life, favorite pastimes, music etc.

·       to communicate with peers using the target language to share ideas on issues of common interest, appropriate for their age.

·       to improve their presentation skills by presenting their projects on regular online meetings.

·       to improve their linguistic skills, their ICT skills as well as artistic skills.

·       to become aware of different cultural elements, customs, traditions and to value their own.

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My video pen pal

Teacher: Evita Gaule

Country: Latvia, Durbe

Participating in language projects offers many benefits:

Skill Improvement: Enhances vocabulary and grammar.

Cultural Awareness: Deepens cultural understanding.

Networking:Connects with learners and speakers.

Career Advancement:Adds valuable job skills.

Cognitive Benefits: Boosts memory and multitasking.

Confidence:Increases communication confidence.

Educational Enrichment: Complements studies.

Personal Fulfillment:Provides a sense of accomplishment.

In this project participated 9 students from 5th grade

For my students it was the first experience in International group work

Project was :

1). A great opportunity for pupils to improve their English language skills,

2) A nice and unforgettable zoom meeting with pupils from other countries, sharing information, asking and answering,

3) It was a possibility to compare and hear about cultures and educational systems around the world.

4) It was creative work-Christmas cards , posters and stories about “My crazy school”. Students were involved in many creative tasks.

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Teacher: Elisa Brandimarte

School: "Istituto comprensivo di Massa Martana"

Country: Italy

During this school year my students and me set up relationships and friendships between "My video pen pal" partners. In a safe eTwinning virtual learning environment, students share information and experiences; they improve their english communication and ICT skills at the same time.

Through the number of montly tasks the project give to the students a motivation not only to practice English but also to develop their social skills and to extend their knowledge of different cultures.

It has been a wonderful experience!

Elisa Brandimarte

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We will integrate the project and further twinning projects in our "Europa" column which is one of four column on the basis of our school programme.

1. This programme was used to build up a bilingual branch within our school. The best students of English and other languages in year 5 and 6 could participate - but it was also open for everyone who wanted to in these years. This will be taken on because these students will also get the chance to learn a different subject - like geography in English. (improving language skills)

2. Apart from that etwinning project will be a fixture in the coming years especially for students with a lower social and financial status or problems participating in exchanges in general because here we can offer everyone to get to know different European cultures. (getting to know Europe)

3. Last but not least due to antidemocratic tendencies in Germany and Europe we will further integrate etwinning projects in our curriculum in order to reduce stereotypes when it comes to other countries and educate the children in democratic and multicultural values.

It really like to thank the coordinators as they put in a huge effort to make this program happening und fulfilling.

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My Video PenPal

LEPL Gori Municipality Village Ditsi Public School

Teacher: Ketevan Goginashvili

This project is integrated into the curriculum in various ways:

1. To improve English language skills ( reading, writing, speaking, listening) by engaging in a variety of interesting and fun activities.

2. to improve presentation and public speaking skills to be able to freely express their opinion around the current topic and share ideas with their peers.

3. to develope the ability to use technology safely and efficiently.

4. to raise awareness about the culture, customs and education of different countries. To exchange of ideas and introduction to the cultural features of own country.

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Maja Knez Vranić.elementary school"Vladimir Nazor" Pisarovi

Outcomes from the Croatian National curriculum for English as a foreign language:
OŠ EJ A.7.1 understands short written and spoken texts
OŠ EJ A.7.3 able to utter a short speech on familiar topis
OŠ EJ A.7.4 participates in a simple conversation of famiiar topic
OŠ EJ A.7.5 writes a short structured text
OŠ EJ B.7.1 compares different cultures
OŠ EJ C.7.4. creative and critical thinking
OŠ EJ C.7.6 explores topics from different sources and uses adequate digital tools to present

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My video pen pal

Teacher:nino jukharidze. Georgian.Tbilisi. J.shartava.public school 62

In this project participaded students from 8 th grade.

1.attractiveness of learning, stimulating creativity.

2.To improve  knowledge about different systems of education and exchange ideas about learning and teaching.

3.To increase the level of English

4.Students got to know the language, tradition, and culture of foreign countries

5.To improve and strengthen the relationships between European schools

To be proud of their own country and hometown and their cultural heritage;

6.A great opportunity for children to meet different countries

7.To improve knowledge about different systems of education and exchange ideas about learning and teaching.

To increase the level of English

1.Understanding the ethnic, cultural and religious diversity of Georgia and showing a positive attitude;

2.Realizing the importance of the natural environment, historical and cultural heritage.

3.Understanding the functions of socio-cultural institutions around it

4.more involved in their learning because the context is more

5.Understandable and meaningful to them and use their knowledge, skills and attitudes in a variety of

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Katarina Marković,

PES Tvrđava, Serbia

This project, My Video PenPal, is integrated in the curriculum in various ways.

1. It is a great way of developing English language skills (writing, speaking, reading, listening) because of the different tasks we had during the project (writing and reading the cards, listening to our new friends and talking to them).

2. This was a great opportunity for the children to meet peers from different countries and cultures, to expand their horizonts and become more acceptable of the differences amongst them.

3. Art skills were also further developed, because of the tasks such as Christmas cards and My Crazy School.

4. ICT skills were also enhanced during several tasks such as An important day in my country and My Crazy School.

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Marga León, España. CEIP Palacios Rubio

My Video PEPAL is integrated into the Andalusian primary curriculum in the foreign language subject English, since:

1. Improves the linguistic skills of students: Students have verified the benefits of participating in an international project, having the opportunity to practice the language with speakers from other countries both orally and in writing, sharing activities and online meetings where they can put it into practice their foreign language skills.

2. Awareness and respect for other cultures.

It is a fundamental aspect in an international project like My Video PEPAL. Through participation in shared activities with students from other countries, students have the opportunity to broaden their cultural horizon, develop empathy towards other cultures and understand the diversity of the world in which we live.

They learn to value cultural differences and respect the different ways of life of each country. It allows them to delve into the richness and variety of cultures that exist in the world.

This cultural awareness not only enriches English language learning, but also promotes tolerance, respect and open-mindedness among students.

3.Education for citizenship.

Students become world citizens who are more aware and prepared to interact in a globalized environment.

In short, My Video PEPAL has contributed to the comprehensive development of students and prepares them to face an increasingly diverse and multicultural world.

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Our project, My video pen pal, is focused on an integrated curriculum, described as one that connects different areas of study by cutting across subject-matter lines and emphasizing unifying concepts.

1. Cultural Awareness and Understanding: -students had the chance to engage with peers from different cultures. By collaborating on projects, students develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for diverse perspectives, traditions, and ways of life. This firsthand exposure fosters cultural awareness and helps break down stereotypes.

2. Language Skills Enhancement:

-as we mentioned from the very begining, Communication is at the heart of our project, requiring students to interact with their peers in a language other than their native tongue. This enhances their language skills and builds confidence in using different languages. The practical application of language learning in a real-world context makes the process more meaningful and enjoyable.

3. Digital Literacy and 21st Century Skills: -developing digital literacy skills is crucial. This is why we tried hard to integrate digital tools and platforms, exposing students to collaborative online environments. Why? Because it enhances their digital literacy, cultivates critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork – skills essential for success nowadays

4. Global Citizenship Education:

-the role of our project has also been to instill a sense of responsibility and interconnectedness. Students have been learning about global issues, environmental concerns, and have faced social challenges through collaborative projects, encouraging them to think beyond their immediate surroundings and consider their role in a global context.

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The content of our project is in full accordance with the age of interest and needs of the students.