Refugees and Migrants – How to use ICT in Teaching and Learning

The course “Refugees and Migrants – How to use ICT in Teaching and Learning” equips educators with innovative ICT tools and approaches to effectively support the education and integration of migrant students, focusing on recognizing competencies, individualized learning paths, and practical applications.

Course Highlights:

School visits

You get to visit schools in Tallinn, and witness what makes the Estonian education as good as it is! Benchmarking other schools to discover the greatness is a great tool for you to start implementing the best practices in your organization.

City tour

Enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful medieval Old Town of Tallinn. Explore the cultural and historical landmarks of this vibrant city.

Learn new skills

Increase your knowledge and learn new skills. Our course gives you the opportunity to learn how the top schools do it, and how to use it in your classroom.

The learning outcomes of the “Refugees and Migrants – How to use ICT in Teaching and Learning” course include:

• Understanding and implementing innovative ICT tools to support migrant education.
• Recognizing and validating the competencies of newly-arrived migrants.
• Creating individualized learning paths and tailored educational experiences for migrant students.
• Developing pedagogical approaches for teaching non-native speakers.
• Utilizing e-materials, translator apps, and interactive language exercises to enhance language learning and integration.

Mart Laanpere, Professor at Tallinn University, Estonia

• Position: Head of the R&D Centre for Educational Technology at Tallinn University
• Background: Former mathematics and physics teacher and school principal
• Affiliation: Member of the board of course provider Euneos, Finland

With over 20 years of experience in teacher education and educational technology research, Mart has transitioned from his roles as a mathematics and physics teacher and school principal to focus on advancing digital education. He has significantly contributed to international research projects on mobile technology and social software in education. Currently, he coordinates the training of school teams in the project “Digital Turn towards 1:1 Computing,” funded by Samsung (www.samsungdigipoore.ee), and is recognized as an expert in school digital innovation and change.

Tuovi Ronkainen, Former Principal of Akaa Secondary School

• Current Roles:
• Student at the University of Turku (Futures Studies), Future Coach
• Biology and Geography Teacher
• Project Ambassador of ESHA (European School Heads Association)
• Coordinator of Comenius and Erasmus+ Projects in Various Schools
• Former Network Coordinator of the Baltic Sea Project (National Board of Education)

With extensive experience in both national and international ecological projects, she has a keen focus on future education. Her expertise lies in fostering a positive outlook on the future and equipping students with the skills to address complex issues such as climate change.

This is a provisional program.