The project aimed to offer a genuine opportunity to develop communication skills in English, Croatian and Slovenian. Our aim was to enable students to actively speak and write in English, especially on scientific topics, in order to enrich their vocabulary in the language. At the same time, we wanted to broaden their knowledge about the depletion of natural resources through real-life experiences. By involving professional artists the level of authentical learning and the motivation for Stem subjects were significantly increased. Participation in international groups was crucial for developing team skills and intercultural competences. This approach was aimed at developing a better understanding of the European space and how it works. Collaboration with external experts such as scientists allowed us to tackle challenges in environmental topics and to introduce new learning approaches. The partnership with the school was set up to give the school a first experience of European cooperation and project work. Together we have increased the level of internationalisation and cosmopolitanism of both schools. The most important result of this project is the new knowledge, experience and enhanced capacities of both pupils and teachers.
We approached the project with the aim of enriching the learning experience of our students by involving students and teachers from other European countries. Our main objective was to develop communication skills in English, Croatian and Slovenian and to promote teamwork skills between teachers and students. Through joint work and creativity, we aimed at a better understanding of the common European space in which we live. Participation in the project helped to develop competences and awareness of European values, improved communication in foreign languages, better understanding of the arts and increased interest in STEM subjects. At the same time, we developed digital skills and improved the use of information and communication technology (ICT), fostered teamwork and raised awareness of pollution and the depletion of natural resources as well as the importance of sustainable development. An important aspect of the project was to enable the students with special needs the opportunity for equal participation in all activates.