From the teachers' perspective, evaluation serves as a vital feedback mechanism that helps improve the quality of their work. It enhances self-awareness, supports professional development, and fosters a culture of evaluation within the school community. By systematically assessing their teaching practices, teachers can identify areas for improvement, share best practices with colleagues, and continuously refine their skills. This reflective process not only contributes to their personal and professional growth but also improves educational outcomes and strengthens collaborative efforts in eTwinning projects.

The "Rocking and Rolling: Outdoor Learning and Play" eTwinning project focused on promoting outdoor learning and play to enhance children's development, social skills (communication, collaboration), critical and creative thinking. The project involved collaboration among teachers, students, and parents from various countries, aiming to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment.

Teachers assessment- Rocking and Rolling: Outdoor learning and play_#eTwinnovation (post test) (google.com)

• All educators (100%) agreed that the project was original in relation to its subject matter.
• All teachers (100%) confirmed that the project successfully mobilized students to actively participate.

According to educators, the activities that students enjoyed the most included:

• Collaborative creation of the project title with natural materials (73.3%)
• Collaborative Museum in nature (66.7%)
• Collaborative story (66.7%)
• Collaborative calendar (60%)
• Creation of the project logo (53.3%)
• Programming activities (53.3%)
• Games suggested by parents (26.7%)
• The New Year's challenge (26.7%)
• Outdoor learning experience (6.7%)

Impact on Teachers:

• Professional Development:
• Teachers gained valuable insights into the importance of outdoor learning and play.
• They enriched their teaching methods with new ideas and techniques.
• Teachers strengthened their collaborative skills and increased their digital literacy.
• The project promoted a strong team spirit and pride in students' creativity, ideas and critical thinking.
• Teachers reported increased technological competence and proficiency in using web tools and applications.

Feedback and Experiences:

• Teachers appreciated the opportunity to collaborate with old and new partners, share ideas, and implement creative outdoor activities.
• The project was described as a joyful and knowledgeable experience, enhancing communication and the exchange of good practices.
• The importance of outdoor learning was highlighted, along with the reinforcement of the concept that sharing is caring.
• Teachers reported a boost in confidence, development of social skills, and enriched educational experiences through collaboration with students from other countries.

Difficulties Faced:

• The majority of teachers did not face significant difficulties.

Some challenges included:

• Finding suitable outdoor spaces within school premises.
• Ensuring children's safety during outdoor activities, requiring increased supervision.
• Managing the workload and time constraints.
• Language barriers in some instances.

Suggested Additions:

• More meetings with students and additional outdoor activities.
• Linking outdoor activities to existing lessons.
• Encouraging creativity and role play in outdoor areas using natural materials.
• Incorporating more real-time collaborative actions.

Recommended Changes:

• Most educators felt no changes were necessary, indicating the project was well-designed and organized.
• Some suggested conducting outdoor activities in natural environments, such as parks, to study local plants and animals.
• A few teachers proposed adding joint song creation activities with collaborators.

In comparing the pre-test and post-test evaluations, the 'Rocking and Rolling' project significantly enhanced teachers' digital literacy and professional development, which was reflected in their positive feedback on new teaching methods and increased confidence in using web tools. While the pre-test highlighted the commitment to outdoor education, the post-test revealed teachers' enriched experiences and suggestions for integrating outdoor activities with existing lessons and promoting creativity. The challenges identified in the pre-test, such as finding suitable spaces and managing time constraints, were also addressed, showcasing the project's adaptability and success in fostering a collaborative, innovative learning environment.

The "Rocking and Rolling: Outdoor Learning and Play" eTwinning project was highly successful in engaging students and providing valuable professional development for teachers. The project was praised for its originality, effective collaboration, and the positive impact on both students and teachers. Despite minor challenges, the overall feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with teachers and students benefiting greatly from the experience. Future projects could build on this success by incorporating more outdoor activities and enhancing real-time collaborations.