Alexandre Herculano Schools Invest in International Training with Erasmus Program
The Alexandre Herculano School Group has implemented significant strategies for its internationalization through the Erasmus Accreditation program. This project focuses on the ongoing training of teachers and the sharing of good practices with foreign educational institutions. During the first semester of 2025, teachers from the group will participate in international courses in the areas of bilingual teaching and STEAM methodologies, thus contributing to the pedagogical and technological evolution of the school. In addition, the group has welcomed teachers and students from other countries, promoting cultural and educational exchange. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73bzUn478Qk The Alexandre Herculano School Group has invested heavily in its internationalization by implementing the Erasmus Accreditation project. This project aims to promote the ongoing training of teachers and facilitate the sharing of good practices with educational institutions abroad. In January and February 2025, several teachers participated in a training course abroad that focuses on innovative teaching methodologies, creating opportunities for professional growth and cultural exchange. International Teacher Training Between January 13 and 17, a group of three teachers from the group traveled to St. Julian, Malta, where they enrolled in the CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) course. This training, provided by the Executive Training Institute Malta (ETI), addressed bilingual teaching strategies, aligned with the existing Bilingual Schools program implemented at the institution. The learning acquired will be disseminated among the other educators in the group, strengthening the quality of teaching. Soon after, between February 3 and 7, another group of three teachers participated in a course in Berlin, Germany, focused on the area of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics). This initiative was promoted by The Europass Teacher Academy reflects the commitment of the Alexandre Herculano Schools to developments in the fields of technology, science and art. Teachers have been able to explore innovative teaching practices that will directly benefit students’ learning processes. Cultural Exchange and Sharing of Practices In addition to training abroad, the Erasmus programme has enabled the Alexandre Herculano School Group to welcome teachers and students from various countries, providing an environment rich in cultural exchange. During the current school year, the Alexandre Herculano Primary School welcomed three teachers from Slovenia, as well as four teachers and ten students from Turkey. This welcome consolidates the institution’s openness to international cooperation and diversity in education. These initiatives ensure that the Alexandre Herculano Schools stand out as a centre of innovation and internationalisation, preparing not only teachers but also students for future challenges. Through the continuous implementation of training courses under the Erasmus project, the institution has contributed to the creation of a more dynamic and enriching educational environment. Approval of the Erasmus Accreditation Program The Erasmus Accreditation project was approved in January 2023, allowing the Agrupamento de Escolas Alexandre Herculano to become anErasmus Accredited School by 2027 . With this recognition, the school has explored several training and exchange activities, which strengthen the educational profile and guarantee the quality of pedagogical practices. With an approach focused on cultural diversity and high-quality training , the Alexandre Herculano Schools continue to work to raise awareness among both students and educators about the importance of internationalization. This commitment to ongoing training and cultural exchange is reflected in several actions aimed at preparing everyone involved for the realities of today’s world. For more information about the activities of the Alexandre Herculano School Group within the Erasmus program, visit the following links:Erasmus Activities
Group Projects , Teacher Training ,Reception of Foreign Teachers .Comparison of Actions of the Alexandre Herculano School Group in the Erasmus Program ActionDescription
Teacher Training
Participation in courses abroad focused on innovative methodologies. Courses in MaltaTeachers train in bilingual teachingin CLIL training. Courses in BerlinTraining in STEAM practices, integrating science and art.
International Exchange Welcomingteachers and students from several countries.Job Shadowing Implementing programs to exchangegood practices. Visibility of Diversity Promotion of
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international cooperation
in education. Erasmus Certification Accreditation as Erasmus School until 2027. The Agrupamento de Escolas Alexandre Herculano
is taking a significant step in its internationalization through the implementation of theErasmus Accreditation project.
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This program aims to
promote the continuous training of teachers and the sharing of innovative pedagogical practices with educational institutions from different countries. InJanuary and February 2025, two groups of teachers participated in
courses abroad, addressing new teaching methodologies. International Training and Innovative Methodologies At the beginning of the year, between 13 and 17 January, three educators from the school travelled to St. Julian, Malta, where they participated in theCLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning)
course, organised by
Executive Training Institute Malta (ETI). This training focused on improving strategies for bilingual teaching, which are essential for implementing the Bilingual Schools program currently underway at the institution. The knowledge and tools acquired in this course will be shared among fellow teachers, enriching the learning environment.
Following this proposal, from 3 to 7 February, another team of teachers went to Berlin, Germany, to participate in a course in the area of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics). This event, organized by the Europass Teacher Academy, reflects the school’s commitment to fostering innovative pedagogical practices and keeping up with technological and scientific developments in teaching. International Exchange and Collaboration
In addition to training abroad, the Erasmus project opened doors for the Alexandre Herculano School Group to welcome teachers and students from various parts of the world. This exchange has allowed for the exchange of experiences and the implementation of job shadowing programs, where educators observe the practices of colleagues from other countries. During the current school year, the Alexandre Herculano Elementary School welcomed three teachers from Slovenia and a group of four teachers and ten students from Turkey. These initiatives consolidate the school’s openness to international cooperation and educational diversity, which are essential today. These actions reaffirm the Alexandre Herculano School Group as a space for innovation and internationalization, preparing its educational and student communities for the challenges and opportunities of the future. Alexandre Herculano Schools – Investment in International Training with the Erasmus Program Internationalization: Increased collaboration with schools abroad. Teacher Training: Courses in innovative methodologies. Participation in Courses: Training in Malta and Berlin. Bilingual Methodologies:CLIL training for bilingual education.
STEAM training:Focus on science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.
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Educational Exchange:
| Reception of international teachers and students. | Educational Diversity: |
| Cultural and linguistic enrichment. | Erasmus Accreditation: Recognition until 2027 for international activities.Sharing of Good Practices: |
| Collective learning with schools from other countries. | Preparing for the Future: Developing skills for global challenges. Introduction to Investment in International Training |
| The Alexandre Herculano School Group has demonstrated a growing commitment to internationalization through the Erasmus program. This project aims to provide ongoing teacher training and exchange good practices with educational institutions in several countries. Recently, a group of teachers participated in training courses abroad, focusing on the development of innovative methodologies that promise to enrich the educational experience in schools. This article explores the initiatives and benefits of this investment in international training. | Pedagogical Training and Innovative Methodologies Among the actions carried out, the participation of teachers in training courses abroad stands out, which seeks to improve theirpedagogical skills. |
| In the months of | January and February 2025, two groups of educators took part in different training: one group in St. Julian, Malta and another in |
| Berlin, Germany. | In the first, teachers explored the Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)course, which aims to integrate disciplinary content with language teaching, while in the second, they focused on |
| STEAM, which encompasses Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. | CLIL in Malta The CLIL |
| course in Malta, promoted by the | Executive Training Institute Malta (ETI), stood out for addressing bilingual strategies that complement the |
Bilingual Schools program already in force in the group. The educators returned with a body of knowledge that will not only benefit their individual practices, but also enrich the collective training of the teaching staff when shared in workshops and pedagogical meetings. STEAM approach in Berlin The experience in Berlin provided teachers with a comprehensive view of STEAM methodologies, promoted through theEuropass Teacher Academy . This approach not only fosters critical thinking, but also creativity, combined with scientific rigor. Implementing these practices in the school environment can expand students’ learning opportunities, preparing them for the challenges of the future.Cultural Exchange with Foreign Teachers and Students In addition to sending teachers for training abroad, the Erasmus program also proposes the reception of foreign teachers and students . This approach enriches the educational proposal, allowing the exchange of experiences and the implementation ofjob shadowing programs
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, where teachers can observe and learn from colleagues from other countries, as well as share their pedagogical practices. In 2023, the school group welcomed teachers from Slovenia and students from Turkey, promoting a multicultural environment. Advantages of International Exchange Through exchange, teachers and students engage in a continuous learning process that values cultural diversity and enriches the knowledge of participants. Contact with different educational realities broadens the understanding of methodologies and promotes an inclusive environment in the classrooms. Thus, this experience enables significant personal and professional development. Commitment to Educational Innovation The Alexandre Herculano School Group demonstrates its commitment to innovation by preparing its teachers and students for the demands of a constantly changing world. With Erasmus accreditation until 2027
, the school positions itself as a space for educational innovation, promoting teaching methods that resonate with the current reality. By investing in international training, the school not only qualifies its teaching staff, but also enriches the teaching-learning process, resulting in the formation of citizens who are better equipped to act in a globalized environment. FAQ about International Training at the Alexandre Herculano School Group
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