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European Commission webinar on Empowering educators: autonomy and collaboration for eTwinning Schools

This webinar is designed for educators working at eTwinning Schools. We explored the balance between teacher autonomy and collaboration in global teams, understanding how autonomy fosters creativity and innovation while respecting the dynamics of teamwork. Practical strategies for defining roles, maintaining flexibility, and effective communication were shared.

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Ended on: 11.10.2024
Ended at: 05:00 PM (Europe/Brussels)
Duration: 1 hour

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Description

This webinar is tailored for educators working at eTwinning Schools, providing an in-depth exploration of how to effectively balance teacher autonomy with collaboration in diverse, global teams. We delved into the concept of autonomy, examining how it nurtures creativity, innovation, and personal initiative, while also considering the importance of aligning individual efforts with collective team goals. Through this session, participants gained a deeper understanding of the complexities of teamwork in multicultural settings, where differing perspectives, teaching styles, and cultural expectations must be navigated. In addition to theoretical insights, we shared practical strategies for clearly defining roles, ensuring flexibility in team dynamics, and fostering open, constructive communication. Case studies from successful eTwinning projects served as real-world examples, demonstrating how challenges can be overcome and how a balanced approach between independence and collaboration leads to impactful project outcomes. Whether you're new to eTwinning or a seasoned participant, this webinar will provide valuable tools and perspectives to enhance your international educational collaborations.

 

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About the speakers

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Katarzyna Drabarek

Katarzyna is an English and German teacher at Primary School and a methodological advisor for German language at the Mazovian Self-Government Centre for Teacher Training in Siedlce, in Poland, as well as an examiner for the Central Examination Board. She has been actively involved in the eTwinning program since 2016 and has implemented dozens of projects awarded with the National and European Quality Labels in eTwinning. She coordinates Erasmus+ projects as well.  Her school has received the eTwinning School Label three times (2019-2020; 2021-2022; and 2023-2024). She actively shares her knowledge and experience. She conducts workshops and training for teachers on the use and implementation of ICT and the eTwinning programme. 

Additional information

  • Language:
    English
  • Target audience:
    Teacher
    Head Teacher / Principal
    Teacher Educator
  • Target audience country:
  • Target audience ISCED:
    Primary education (ISCED 1)
    Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)
    Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)