Iohana Udrescu, the project coordinator, provided valuable insights into the opportunities offered by the Erasmus+ program. This session offered a comprehensive overview of the program, laying the groundwork for further discussions.
The next point was the educational needs of the Alpha generation, with Mircea Ionut Catrina, School Inspector, offering an insightful exploration.
Additionally, Grigore Alexandrescu, Minority School Inspector, emphasized the importance of outdoor education and extracurricular activities, advocating for a holistic approach to learning.
Liviu Udrescu provided a behind-the-scenes look at the project, offering attendees a glimpse into the project’s objectives, partners involved, achievements celebrated, and the overall impact of the initiative.
Iohana Udrescu has then presented the main project result, available as take takeaway for all participants at the project stand.
Madalina Bistreanu’s session focused on transforming ideas into actionable initiatives, emphasizing the practical aspects of implementing lesson scenarios in school.
Eleonora Preda, along with volunteer children, led engaging and interactive workshops. Participants actively engaged in hands-on activities, fostering creativity and active learning in a Futuristic landscape, using Oculus VR glasses and a Photon coding robot.
The event also provided a designated time for participants to relax, enjoy a meal, and engage in informal discussions. This break encouraged networking and the exchange of ideas in a more relaxed setting.
The event concluded with a session dedicated to participant’s feedback, providing an opportunity for reflections and constructive input. This closure emphasized the collaborative spirit of the event and set the stage for future endeavors.
A total of 136 participants contributed to the event, with 56 attending the face-to-face event and an additional 80 joining online. This diverse participation highlighted the event’s reach and impact, fostering a global conversation on the future of education.
Participants were asked to answer the evaluation survey.

You can see the video of the event on the follwing link: https://www.facebook.com/FutureClassroomsLead/videos/1417505538843516?locale=pl_PL

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At the beginning, the project coordinator presented the assumptions and results of the FCL project. The conference participants then had the opportunity to listen to online presentations by the project partners on the use of modern technology, effective teaching in the Classroom of the Future, and the importance of digitisation in education.

A key outcome of the project is the ‘Guide for the Classroom of the Future’, which was
introduced to the conference participants by the project coordinator.
“Developing Key Competences at the School of the Future” was the next session, which was discussed by Marcin Paśnikowski- an expert in educational projects under the Erasmus+ program, creator of educational materials and teaching aids, English and IT teacher at the Primary School No. 5 in Świdnik. One of the highlights of the conference was a presentation by Beata Hejne entitled: “Innovative Teaching in the Classroom of the Future. The role of the teacher vs. the role of the student “. The presentations provided valuable information and inspiration related to the Erasmus+ programme and the implementation of the FCL project.
An interesting element for assessing the knowledge of the project was a Kahoot quiz.

The conference ended with a discussion on teaching in the Classroom of the Future. Conference participants learned more about innovations in education and new development opportunities in the field of digital learning. The recording of the conference is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4-Hz_EnJ7o&t=104s

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Students prepared multimedia presentations on partner countries: Italy, Turkey, Romania, Macedonia and Bulgaria, as well as sweet refreshments. Eager students tested their knowledge in interactive games about European countries, and took souvenir photos in a photo booth. Break time was filled with well-known and well-loved musical pieces from various European countries. We would like to thank all students for their active participation, joint learning, and fun!

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The event kicked off with a warm welcome from the hosting partner, Ferhat Şimşek, who set the stage for an enriching experience. The introduction of the project website provided a glimpse into the collaborative journey embarked upon by these passionate educators. Dimitar Bogatinov shed light on the key areas to be trained, highlighting the critical aspects of integrating cutting-edge technologies into classrooms. This emphasis on practical skills and knowledge underscored the project’s commitment to equipping educators with the tools to navigate the evolving technological landscape.

Iohana Udrescu took the stage, introducing the concept of Guide For Future Classroom. The guide, created by the partners involved in the project, was fundamental in creating engaging and immersive learning experiences. His insights highlighted the importance of catering to different learning styles and promoting active participation among students.

The discussion then shifted to Future Classroom Design, where Monika Jaworska captivated the audience with her vision of gamified learning spaces. She emphasized the role of interactive elements and digital tools in creating captivating environments that stimulate curiosity and motivation. During the video conference, other topics were discussed with experts in the field of education and innovation. For example, much focus has been on the importance of creating custom VR content for educational purposes and on exploring various tools and software for creating VR content. Another focus was about Reading, Writing and Online Literacy. The online event was a unique opportunity to disseminate FCL-Innovative pedagogical practices in the classrooms of the future. In fact, it is essential to show and make the results of the project known to the widest possible audience.

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The visits to the schools “Milli Piyango İhya Balak Fen Lisesi” and “Tokat Yeşilırmak Vocational Highschool” were truly interesting. The focus on technology was not merely about adopting new tools; it was about embracing the transformative potential of these tools to reshape the very essence of pedagogical practices. By exploring the latest advancements in virtual reality, augmented reality, and personalized learning platforms, the educators discovered boundless possibilities for enhancing student engagement and empowering them to become active participants in their own learning journey.
Beyond the technical aspects, the last mobility of the “Future Classrooms’ Leadership” project emphasized the crucial role of educator training in navigating the ever-evolving technological landscape. The participants engaged in workshops and discussions that equipped them with the skills and knowledge necessary to integrate technology effectively into their teaching methodologies.

The collaborative spirit that permeated the mobility experience was palpable. Educators from different countries shared their unique experiences, teaching styles, and perspectives, fostering a spirit of mutual learning and inspiration. This cross-cultural exchange enriched their understanding of teaching practices, opening their eyes to new approaches and perspectives that could be adapted to their own classrooms.
Great importance was also given to the analysis of the dissemination activities and the preparation of the final report. The partners are committed to analyzing needs and studying the prospects of these methodologies in teaching.
The Erasmus+ mobility to Tokat undoubtedly served as a catalyst for change, inspiring educators to embrace the transformative power of technology and reimagine their pedagogical approaches. As these educators return to their respective classrooms, they carry with them not just new tools but also a renewed sense of purpose, driven to revolutionize the learning landscape and empower their students to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.

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The training started with a warm welcome from the principal of the host school, warm up exercises and an introduction to the training programme. The practical workshops were led by our amazing trainer Anna Poplawska-Skibniewska. The first workshop referred to gamification theory and why it should be used in the classroom. The other parts of the workshop dealt with digital tools, useful apps and websites that support gamification. In addition, the Breakout Edu & Educational Escape workshop with ideas for game development concluded the first day of the content-based training.

On the next training day in Pultusk, in addition to the topic of gamification, the use of artificial intelligence was also discussed. During this training day, all participants learned how to combine a powerful tool such as artificial intelligence with the concept of gamification to make learning more attractive and, above all, enjoyable! How can artificial intelligence help personalize the learning process? How to gamify lessons using artificial intelligence? How to design an educational game using artificial intelligence? These and other questions were answered by trainer Beata Hejne, who conducted three inspiring workshops referring to artificial intelligence, the future of teaching and learning and the latest tools and trends in AI. A wonderful experience and a real contact with nature was a gondola cruise on the Narew River, which concluded the second training day. 

The third training day was also full of positive experiences and the acquisition of new skills. We started the day with a visit to the Municipal Office in Pultusk and a meeting with the Mayor. The meeting was held in a very friendly atmosphere, exchanging experiences and looking at Pultusk from a different perspective. The training programme also included a visit to Irena Szewińska’s Public Primary School No. 4 in Pultusk. An interesting and practical experience for the participants was a workshop entitled: “Educational Gamification and Game-Based Learning”. It should be mentioned that part of the workshop was the observation of lessons using gamification, modern technologies and rewards from intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. A performance prepared by the school’s students entitled: ‘The Little Prince’ was an extremely valuable experience. The students showed how drama can be used to tell a beautiful story and how to combine music with dance, emotion with gesture and set design. We ended this fruitful training day with a guided tour of Pultusk.

The next day of our LTTA training “Gamification in the classroom” started with a workshop: ” Reflections on Kirkpatrick and Sweller’s theory”, led by Beata Hejne. We then travelled to Toruń, one of the most beautiful historical cities in Poland. All participants were delighted with the beauty of the place. In addition, they very much enjoyed the legends told by the guide.
On the last training day, we openly shared our final insights on gamification. Finally, the moment came to conclude the training programme with a certificate ceremony.

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The prepared questionnaires were completed by 160 people from target groups. According to the results, there is a demand for training in a wide variety of areas but leadership skills, teaching, and classroom competencies remain to be the most frequent areas of demand.

Most of the teachers noticed no concrete training was provided in the 21st classroom environment and management. According to the target groups, they improved their skills with good quality modern ICT equipment.

There were indicated needed areas for using technology:

• Ways to use technology to communicate and collaborate with families on school programs and students’ learning
• Performance-based students’ assessment of my students
• Research-based practices I can use in my teaching
• Identification, location, and evaluation of technology resources, e.g., websites, that I can use with my students
• Learner-centered teaching strategies that incorporate technology, e.g., project-based or cooperative learning
• Online security and safety

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• The use of technology to collect and analyze student assessment data.
• Ways to use technology to communicate and collaborate with families about school programs and student learning.
• Performance-based student assessment of my students’
• practices I can use in my teaching.
• Identification, location, and evaluation of technology resources, e.g., websites, that I can use with my students.
• Learner-centered teaching strategies that incorporate technology, e.g., project-based or cooperative learning.
• Online security and safety.

Lastly, we discussed the actions taken in R1 Guide for the Future Classroom and the next steps.

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• course planning – schedule of activities, calendar, management of users,
• user services and user groups of the course;
• work with existing files and educational content;
• checking the knowledge and evaluating the users;
• numerous tools for communication and collaboration between users;
• system management – backups, statistics, logs, etc.

The agenda was fulfilled with extremely productive, collaborative, and enjoyable activities for the third and the fourth day of Macedonian LTT training (26-27.04.2023). The days were filled with practical workshops on creating online courses and quizzes, as well as multimedia creation using open-source software. The participants were able to develop video lectures, edit images and PDFs, and even create animated educational videos! The fourth day continued with the cultural visit to Ohrid and the boat trip to Saint Naum Church. It’s been an inspiring experience for all members of the training so far.

The final day of our training course started with a workshop about using online tools for student collaboration. We continued the meeting with an evaluation of the training activities and a closing ceremony during which all participants received certificates. We are grateful to the Military Academy “General Mihailo Apostolski”- Skopje for organizing a substantive and project-oriented training course.

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