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Five thought-provoking recent articles

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Five thought-provoking recent articles

Revisit articles on language learning, vocational education, supporting pupils with special needs and conflict resolution that have captured our readers’ interest.
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Raising multilingual children: the benefits of early language learning

Early language learning offers significant cognitive, social and economic benefits, including improved problem-solving skills, better memory and greater cognitive flexibility. Read how multilingual children also develop social advantages such as empathy and cultural understanding. It also addresses how parents and teachers can create supportive environments and employ resources such as language immersion programmes and digital tools.

 

Artificial intelligence as an asset to language learning in Europe

Language learning can incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) tools which offer new and effective pathways to support multilingual education at all age levels. This recent article looks at how new digital technologies can be useful for language teachers and learners in European education systems.

 

Addressing gender inequality in VET

There are often gender imbalances in vocational education and training (VET) which can have negative consequences for labour markets, workplace cultures and innovation and economic growth. This article examines school-based, policy and workplace approaches to changing norms and attitudes.

 

Enhancing wellbeing and social skills for SEN pupils

Several Erasmus+ and European Innovative Teaching Award (EITA)-winning projects have made significant efforts to address the social, emotional and academic wellbeing of pupils with special educational needs (SEN). This practice article explores some of these key initiatives on wellbeing, social and life skills, and neurodiversity.

 

Conflict resolution programmes as a path to positive school culture

Conflict resolution and the prevention of bullying in schools are a priority across EU countries, with an emphasis on tolerance, inclusivity and respect for diversity as core values in diverse and multifaceted classrooms. This expert article by Eli Pijaca Plavšić discusses how conflict resolution programmes can help schools address these vital issues.

 

Additional information

  • Education type:
    School Education
    Vocational Education and Training
  • Target audience:
    Teacher
    Student Teacher
    Head Teacher / Principal
    Pedagogical Adviser
    Teacher Educator
  • Target audience ISCED:
    Primary education (ISCED 1)
    Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)
    Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)