2022

Developing Responsible Global Citizens 2022

Implementation of “DRGC” curriculum in language learning.

2022-1-BG01-KA220-ADU-000085168

Developing Responsible Global Citizens refers to a shared purpose amongst language schools to develop as a places-of-learning, with an ideal opportunity to positively influence students, in a safe environment, giving them the language and communication skills to explore, decide and act on challenges we face as a planet.

While developing forward looking teaching centres, the DRGC curriculum aims to develop English language competence and effective communication skills within the context of Community, Health, Environment, Diversity and Innovation (CHEDI). This develops learners’ creativity, critical thinking, collaboration to reach consensus, while building confidence to tackle these challenges.

This project, carried out as a transnational collaboration project within the Erasmus KA2 programme, aims to develop a number of innovative outputs for use in language teaching organizations. The DRGC Curriculum Builder is a software tool for adult learners, teachers, Directors of Studies and Academic Directors to quickly and easily design a personalised curricula and syllabi, from A1 to C2. CHEDI topics and learning outcomes inspire a positive, open, barrier-free approach to learning.In addition, we will develop a handbook for teachers and suite of videos to aid teachers’ professional development; explaining how to use the curriculum builder, the software, student-centred methodologies, ELT theory and practice, with ideas for tasks that can be implemented with language learners in and outside the classroom.

Activities

1st transnational meeting

Sofia, Bulgaria

Dates:22/11/2022 - 23/11/2022

Host: International House Sofia

Along with partners from Bulgaria, Spain, Ireland and Italy, our staff participated in the first transnational meeting organized as part of the Developing Responsible Global Citizens project. Project aims were previously presented to our students and parents at the beginning of 2022. All participants expressed great interest for implementation of DRGC topics and methodologies in our language courses. As usual, during the first meeting we established the framework for the implementation of all project activities. Our emphasis was on the development of DRGC framework containing specific learning aims and outcomes for all DRGC topics.

2nd transnational meeting

Split, Croatia

Dates:25/05/2023 - 26/05/2023

Host: Učilište Jantar

During the meeting held at Učilište Jantar in Split, partners discussed the situation with English by Design Limited (IH Galway), opting to redistribute tasks and finances among themselves. They agreed to contact the Bulgarian NA for advice. Detailed discussions ensued regarding the development of the DRGC framework, outlining changes and responsibilities for reviewing and finalizing it. Additionally, deliberations on software specification for curriculum building highlighted a simple and user-friendly approach, defining features, responsibilities, and a timeline for its development. The meeting also covered dissemination strategies, website and blog improvements, and forthcoming conferences, concluding with plans for the next meeting in November 2023 in Barcelona.

3rd transnational meeting

Barcelona, Spain

Dates:23/11/2023 - 24/11/2023

Host: Moheill Holdings

The meeting in Barcelona was focused on comprehensive discussions about various aspects of the project. Partners evaluated the project's progress since the last meeting, and key agenda items included a detailed assessment of the DRGC framework, a presentation of the Syllabus Builder software by IH Sofia, and extensive testing and analysis to ensure its alignment with the project's requirements. Additionally, discussions covered the piloting phase, roles of partner organizations, and the involvement of external partner organizations for testing the aforementioned syllabus builder.

4th transnational meeting

Split, Croatia

Dates:23/05/2024 - 24/05/2024

Host: Učilište Jantar

The DRGC meeting focused on finalizing the syllabus builder and preparing for piloting, with positive feedback received on 24 public syllabi (A2–C2). The team advanced the teacher training course, incorporating a handbook, videos, and interactive activities. Dissemination efforts were reviewed, targeting 80 additional activities through social media, conferences, and events, including a major public event in Split. Quality standards for educational videos were established, and the next meeting was scheduled for December 2024 in Palermo, Italy.

5th transnational meeting

Palermo, Italy

Dates:11/11/2024 - 12/11/2024

Host: International House Palermo

The meeting focused on reviewing project outputs and preparing for upcoming Multiplier Events (MEs). Partners completed live teacher training piloting, with online piloting ongoing until November 30, aiming for 40 participants. Dissemination efforts were assessed, with a target of 75 additional activities to reach 200. The quality assurance process for piloting feedback and final reports was outlined. The next steps include enhancing dissemination through social media and conferences, and finalizing piloting feedback and project reports.

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