The main goal of the project was to equip learners with the knowledge and professional skills desired on the European labor market The goals of the project were determined mainly by the needs of the participants, because intrnational work experience prepared them for professional work and increased their chances of employment in the future and prepared them for efficient functioning in the modern world. The emphasis in the project was placed on the acquisition/improvement of their skills and competences, both general and professional ones, hence the speciftc project objectives are the following: - promoting the mobility of future graduates and workers on the European labour market, - implementing innovative educational solutions to increase professional qualifications, - promoting innovative approaches to education and professional development in such a way that education systems fully meet the needs of the labour market, - boosting intercultural openness, - encouraging to learn foreign languages, - developing the ability to adapt to living and working conditions in different EU countries, - developing international cooperation and exchange of experiences with partner organization.
Project delivery was a follow up of activities carried out by Augustyn Świder Secondary Technical and Vocational School (ZSTZ) in Świętochłowice aimed at developing the educational offer addressed to its students and staff with the support of EU funds. For many years, ZSTZ has benefited from EU funds that have been allocated to organising additional traineeships for its learners both locally and abroad, improving professional competences, expanding professional qualifications and improving technical infrastructure. Participation in the project provided an opportunity to equip learners with knowledge and professional skills desired on the European labour market, encouraging then to be open-minded and cooperative. It responded to the need to improve the quality and attractiveness of vocational education and to adapt the educational system to the requirements of the labour market. ZSTZ has adequate staff and technical resources which ensure efficient and effective implementation of project activities. The delivery of international projects also contributes to the development of international cooperation with partner institutions as well as helps to build the organisational capacity of the institution.