The objective is to give students at TCR the opportunity to get to know studies and work in other countries, getting to know different cultures and a chance to take part of their vocational training with foreign companies or study at foreign schools and thereby gaining valuable unique experience. The fourth industrial revolution started affecting teaching in subjects that emphasize science and new technology and teachers closely monitor developments in computer technology and AI. Meeting people in the same situation in other countries, in lager schools and workplaces offers various opportunities. Vocational studies partly rely upon students getting vocational training in the industry. Vocational training taken abroad is fully credited at TCR and great care is taken to make sure that the companies TCR students train with are fully qualified. It is important to keep up with developments in education and industry, and students receiving vocational training abroad return home with invaluable knowledge and experience that benefits our schools and job market. Staff is given the opportunity to get to know developments in their field and strengthen ties with foreign colleagues.
Getting to know activities in diverse trades in other countries increases professionalism in both students and staff, boosts progressiveness and work development. Taking part in Erasmus+ projects broadens the horizons of students and prepares them for future studies or work abroad, as well as teaching them respect of foreign etiquette and cultures. The situation in many vocational fields is difficult and students have had problems finding apprenticeships in Iceland. This is especially true of art and design related fields. Student study trips introduce students to the possibilities of studying and working abroad and collaboration with schools in other countries ensures that students get to know the possibilities. Trips for staff give them insights into their colleagues’ work, introducing them to new teaching methods and work processes, whether they visit schools or companies. Study programmes and courses at TCR are in constant development. TCR is the largest secondary college in the country and often a pioneer in new vocational studies and subjects. Staff at TCR closely monitor new technologies in teaching and study of certain vocational fields, but digital communications cannot take the place of getting to know things first hand.