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Work based learning is the core of vocational training

2019-1-LT01-KA102-0602312019VET learner and staff mobilityfinalized
Countries: LT · Grant: €65,724
Quality AssuranceInternational cooperation, international relations, development cooperationRecognition, transparency, certification

Objectives

When submitting the project application, the following project objectives were planned: 1. To provide knowledge, abilities and competences of 16 students of KTVM of Public Institutions in the field of the chosen profession by performing practice in a real workplace. 2. To provide teachers of 8 professions with knowledge, abilities and competences during practice related to the field they teach in organizations of other EU countries. The following project tasks were also set to achieve the goals: 1. Organize 18 students - cook, car mechanic specialties - 4 weeks duration of internships in companies in Germany, Spain, Austria and Ireland. 2. Organize 8 vocational teachers for 2 weeks. long-term internship in companies in Germany, Spain, Austria and Ireland. 3. Prepare documents proving the acquisition of competencies. 4. Organize 4 dissemination events of the project, presenting the acquired knowledge and experience to members of the school community. The project also aimed to: 1. To develop the social, linguistic and intercultural skills of project participants; 2. To increase the motivation of students and teachers of the profession by providing a quality teaching process; 3. Strengthen professional training, focusing on a closer relationship between the employer and the educational institution; 4. To improve the application of ECVET; 5. To contribute to the increase of quality and prestige

Background

The school submitted the application on the basis of the previously successfully implemented project "Work-based education - today's professional path". The school, in order to provide quality professional training, concludes contracts with inv. companies in Lithuania, so that students have the opportunity to practice according to their specialty. the school's professional teachers constantly raise their qualifications: they participate in seminars, improve their pedagogical skills and competences. however, for comprehensive improvement, it is necessary to acquire knowledge not only in Lithuania, but also in other EU countries. Practicing abroad has a number of advantages. During practice, based on knowledge gained in another country, the quality of studies, practice, work, and environment are compared, and the requirements for employees, students, and teachers of other countries are clarified. International acquaintances are established, which can be useful in the future. foreign language skills are also improved. In today's world, being able to communicate and work with people from different cultures definitely gives you an edge in the job market. Therefore, the school prepared this application in order to implement the main goal of the school's European mobility - participation in various international projects.

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