In this episode, host Benjamin Hertz, joined by ArjanaBlazic (Croatia) and Andreas Galanos (Greece) explore how AI can serve as a powerful tool for teacher trainers. By focusing on the trainer’s perspective, the podcast will provide eTwinning ambassadors, or any teachers trainer, with concrete ideas and strategies for integrating AI into their own training practices.
In this episode, host Rute Baptista, joined by Darja Pipus and Isabell Youngkin, explores how educators across Europe are challenging traditional gender norms and expectations by promoting positive masculinity. Through evidence-based practices and real classroom experiences, our speakers share how they move beyond stereotypes to create more inclusive learning environments.
In this episode, host Rute Baptista is joined by three guest speakers: Mladen Šljivović, physics teacher/school career guidance coordinator, Serbia; Rafael Montero, former physics teacher, Spain; Iro Koliakou, science teacher, Greece.
Together, they explore the persistent gender gap in STEM education across Europe, where women remain underrepresented among STEM graduates. Referencing insights from the 2024 NESET analytical report, the discussion investigates how early gender stereotypes, social norms and classroom dynamics influence pupil confidence and sense of belonging in STEM − particularly during key educational transitions, such as moving into upper secondary school.
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This episode aims to explore strategies to cultivate metacognition in the classroom, highlighting how teachers can encourage students to think, plan, monitor and reflect on their learning process.
In this episode, host Benjamin Hertz is joined by learning facilitator Stella Serger and 13-year-old student Justus Pettifar. Together, they explore the philosophy and practice of democratic schools and how they challenge traditional models.
As eTwinning celebrates its 20th anniversary, this episode will reflect on the milestones that have shaped the initiative.
In this episode, host Benjamin Hertz is joined by teacher Konstantina Rafaela Pouliou (Greece) and Inge Van de Putte, Researcher at Gent University (Belgium) for an inspiring discussion on how teachers can better support pupils with special educational needs.
In this sixth episode, host Rute Baptista is joined by teacher Ivana Stiglec from Croatia and Laurence Bragard from the House of European History in Belgium. Their discussion explores approaches to citizenship education and how it can raise awareness and promote a deeper understanding of European values.
In this fifth episode, Benjamin Hertz is joined by guests Stavroula Skiada and Edward Alvar Lockhart Domeño to discuss how teachers can help students develop the essential digital competences needed for future success.
In this fourth episode, Holly Richardson, Salli Pylvänäinen and Tiina Soini-Ikonen will delve deep into the challenges and strategies that can be employed to prioritise students' well-being.
In the third episode of the Teachers of Europe Podcast, Alexandra Almpanidou, Pedagogical Coordinator at the European School Education Platform engages in a discussion with two distinguished guests; Dr. Benjamin Dreer, the Scientific Director of Erfurt School of Education, and Miguela Fernandes, computer science teacher from Portugal. Together they delve into the crucial topic of teacher wellbeing with a particular emphasis on the challenges faced by teachers, the impact on their well-being, and the steps being taken to support and nurture their mental and emotional health.
In the second episode, Benjamin Hertz, Pedagogical Manager at the European School Education Platform discusses with his two guests, former teacher and now AI in education expert Lidija Kralj from Croatia and secondary school teacher Ricardo Carvalho from Portugal, the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools and the opportunities but also challenges new AI tools bring to the work of the teacher.
Teachers of Europe podcast was created to support practicing teachers across Europe in addressing common classroom challenges, featuring teachers that can inspire others to follow their footsteps.
In this episode, Rute Baptista, the Professional Development Manager at the European School Education Platform and her guest, Carol Barriuso, will address the topic of refugee education beyond the classroom and highlight the importance of family involvement and teachers’ well-being.
Join us listing to this podcast reflecting on education and educational practices, let the stories inspire you, make the most out of what you will hear.
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