We knew some of the partners before and some other partners were suggested to us by other schools. Our partners had participated in different innovation projects. We realized that they showed interest in doing more projects, we also noted that our students have more or less the same age and also that the curricula could be adapted to the project. We exchanged information and we agreed with objectives and activities. Our team teachers have contributed to make the project involving the largest possible number of teachers interested in digital education through the project methodology.
We rely on the support of our partner schools and also on students and parents collaboration. Since the digital era is improving fast of course there are some schools that have more experience and skills in using it in education purpose. That was the main reason we asked the cooperative partners to join in the project because we believe that we can gain a lot by exchanging the knowledge, ides, experience, skills and competences. We have worked with some of these countries before and we know that they are really advanced when talking about digital tools. Some of them are already using Augmented reality at some of the school tasks. However, some of the partners involved are less likely to use it as they are either afraid (because of the lack of the knowledge) or they don’t have money to work on that kind of things. Our common goal is to improve and enhance the ability to use the AR as this is the future of education and AR skills can lead to a successful digital business and it should also give a lot of credit to creativity and opportunities at labor market. By using it in education system around EU we will improve and motivate students and maybe clear the path to newly
developed jobs so that the students will have the confidence and knowledge of using it on their own.
To balance the goal of the project meaning all the participants will get the most of it, we will divide the students and the teachers equally before the projects meeting and in that way students and teachers will have the chance to get the most out of each other. More experienced participants will encourage others – less experienced by explaining, showing, suggesting and instructing the topics that will be covered during the project. Turkish partner is an advanced school with modern technology and they are eager to develop new things. They have been working on AR gamification in another project few years ago and they gained a lot of necessary skills that we want to integrate in this project. They will have the leading role in the LTTA about AR used in games meant for educational purposes. They will teach and guide participants of the project to be fully able to complete the outcomes. (learn-do-teach method). The Dutch partner has a special role in this project as they are using design thinking process with their students. In that way they encourage the creativity, brainstorming, self-confidence and totally different approach so they will share that with other participating organizations, plus sharing their enormous experience in advanced technology, especially AR. Macedonian school has been involved in many projects and thus gained a lot of experience in Lifelong Learning. They are creative, entrepreneurial and collaborative enhanced with digital tools. Italian partner joined us due to the strategic priorities of their school Educational Plan, which is prevention of early school leaving and school failure, enhancement of laboratory methodologies and practical activities, development of students’ digital and English skills, promotion of the use of technological innovation at school. Enhancing the environmental awareness is going to be achieved by peer brainstorming and critical thinking.
Our partners:
SOLSKI CENTER CELJE
(Slovenia)
Our school (Secondary school of Chemistry, Electrical Engineering and Computing Engineering) is a part of a large school centre, named School Centre Celje, which is a modern educational centre educating for the economic needs of our local community. It prepares students for further studies at higher vocational colleges and at university.
School center Celje have: over 3000 students every year in 30 programs, 800 higher students, over 1000 adults in the various programs of formal and informal education and training, 309 employees, most highly qualified teachers in various professional fields.
website: https://www.sc-celje.si
OOU Goce Delcev
(The Republic of North Macedonia)
Our school is one of the biggest schools in the Municipality of Kavadarci. The school aims to follow the new educationalprocess in order to make the lessons more interesting for the pupils, so that they achieve best educational results andbecome active citizens, ready to follow modern European streams. There is a computer for every pupil in the school, sothey can use all benefits that the new ICT technology offers. We pay special attention to multilingualism, so children startlearning English at the age of six as an obligatory and German and Italian as second languages. The school was awardeda Green flag for our special contribution for a clean environment. We integrate children with special needs to the normal classes.
website: https://oougocedelcev.edu.mk
ISTITUTO TECNICO STATALE “E. MATTEI”
(Italy)
The Istituto Tecnico Statale Economico-Tecnologico “E. Mattei” is in Decimomannu, a little town of about 8000 inhabitants in the metropolitan area of Cagliari. To meet the challenges of the contemporary globalized society, the school offers 4 different courses, falling within the Technical sector: Administration, Finance and Marketing – Business Information Systems – Building, Environment and Territory and within the Vocational field: Healthcare and Social Care Services.
It has 450 students (aged 14- 19) and 115 staff members. Our school, through its active participation in European Projects, tries to meet the needs of a society in constant evolution, aiming to provide a wide range of opportunities beyond
structured learning paths
website: https://www.itismattei.edu.it
Stichting Onderwijs Midden Limburg (SOML)
(Netherlands)
Stichting Onderwijs Midden Limburg (SOML) in Roermond, Netherlands, is a forward-thinking educational institution focusing on vocational training at the secondary level. Known for its innovative approach to education, SOML integrates a variety of practical courses on Computer Science, Technology, and Electronics. The institution champions learner-centered education, employing agile methodologies and advanced technology to track and enhance individual student learning journeys. This approach encourages students to discover their passions and forge their own educational paths.
SOML’s commitment to educational innovation extends to its teacher training programs. These programs include specialized training in STEM education, development of new pedagogical models, and Augmented Reality teaching techniques. Additionally, SOML’s involvement in various EU projects highlights its role in shaping modern educational practices and contributing to the broader educational community.
website: https://www.soml.nl
İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi
(Turkey)
İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi (İTÜ MTAL) in Istanbul, Turkey, is a renowned public vocational and technical high school established in 2019. Located in the historic Beşiktaş district, near Çırağan Palace, the school offers specialized education in maritime, information technologies, and electric and electronics. Affiliated with Istanbul Technical University, İTÜ MTAL integrates modern teaching methods with a curriculum that emphasizes practical skills and real-world applications.
The school is distinguished for its adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, IoT, and Smart Cities, ensuring students are well-equipped for the future. With a focus on innovative and project-based learning, İTÜ MTAL prepares students for global challenges in science and technology, making it a leading institution in Turkey’s vocational and technical education landscape.
website: http://itumtal.itu.edu.tr