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Digital Preschools

2021-1-TR01-KA220-SCH-0000315312021Cooperation partnerships in school educationfinalized
Countries: TR|LV|EE|SI · Grant: €160,761
Cooperation between educational institutions and businessDigital content, technologies and practicesResearch and innovation

Objectives

Initially, it focused on creating an E-platform to enhance digital learning experiences. Additionally, a digital training module was developed, catering to children aged 4-6, ensuring their educational needs were met effectively. Furthermore, the project aimed to produce an E-book designed for training trainers, improving their abilities to deliver quality education. Beyond these, the project also prioritized transferring innovation and strengthening cooperation infrastructure among partner institutions. This involved fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange to drive progress in the educational sector. Moreover, the project concentrated on enhancing the digital education capacity of participant institutions, equipping them with the necessary tools and resources for successful digital teaching practices. Additionally, the project sought to develop international working capacities among participant institutions, fostering cross-cultural collaboration and promoting diversity in educational practices. Finally, the project aimed to integrate digital training materials and tools seamlessly into the preschool training process, ensuring a smooth transition to digital learning platforms.

Background

The preschool phase, characterized by children's heightened learning potential, emerges as the cornerstone of a child's development. The skills and behaviors acquired during this period wield a profound influence on the child's adult personality structure, behavior, lifestyle, and perspective on life, leaving an enduring impact throughout their lifetime. Consequently, preschool education holds paramount importance in the educational continuum. In today's ever-evolving digital landscape, digital education has become an indispensable component of the educational paradigm. This paradigm shift has spurred many countries, notably in Europe, to revamp their education systems to align with the requisites of the digital age, with a particular emphasis on cultivating students' digital acumen. The European Commission's delineation of six priorities for 2019-2024, including "A Europe fit for the digital age," underscores this commitment to technological empowerment. Simultaneously, initiatives such as the Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027) aim to synchronize education and training with digital advancements, enhancing fundamental digital competencies from an early age.

Project partners (7)