On June 30, the Commission published a proposal for a Council Recommendation on Pathways to School Success, outlining a set of concrete policy measures to address early school leaving and the low achievement in basic skills (reading, mathematics, and science) of 15-year-olds, and in particular of those stemming from a disadvantaged background. These measures address […]
The UAL will be the virtual and international venue for a congress on the treatment of psychosis
From August 24-27, the 26th International Meeting of the Open Dialogue Network for the Treatment of Psychosis will be held for the first time in Spain. Registration is open until July 31. From the University of Almeria to the whole world will be held from 24 to 27 August, for the first time in Spain, […]
The University of Almeria in the top 10 of the Forbes ranking of universities in Spain 2022
It is placed, according to this ranking, in the ninth position among the universities analyzed. The University of Almeria achieved the ninth position among all the universities analyzed in the list prepared by the Spanish edition of Forbes magazine published annually. In this way, it has improved its position, climbing two positions with respect to […]
Policy guidance on supporting the inclusion of Ukrainian refugees in education
The European Commission has provided policy guidance for EU Member States outlining key principles and practices supporting the inclusion of Ukrainian refugee children, young people and educators in schools, based on previous experience. The guidance document presents suggestions to Member States for a comprehensive policy approach to the integration of Ukrainian refugees in European Union (EU) education […]
Check the winners of EU youth translator contest ‘Juvenes Translatores’
The European Commission congratulates the 27 young winners of its ‘Juvenes Translatores‘ translation contest for secondary schools, as announced in February 10’s online event. The participants could choose to translate between any two of the EU’s 24 official languages. Of the 552 language combinations available, the 2,940 budding translators from 689 schools that took part in the […]
The Commission proposes transnational cooperation for universities of the 21st century
Today, European society needs the contribution of universities and other higher education institutions more than ever. Europe is facing major challenges such as climate change, the digital transformation and aging population, at a time when it is hit by the biggest global health crisis in a century and its economic fall-out. Universities, and the entire […]
January 24: International Day of Education
Ahead of the International Day of Education on 24 January, the European Commission and High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell made the following statement: “Education is essential to the global recovery and the achievement of all Sustainable Development Goals. It is a fundamental right and the foundation of resilient, peaceful and sustainable societies. Education is the basis and a […]
EU supports Afghan people with €268.3 million
In the major humanitarian crisis Afghanistan is facing, the EU has launched projects worth €268.3 million, stepping up vital support to the Afghan population. The EU support focusses on maintaining education, sustaining livelihoods, and protecting public health, including for refugees, migrants and internally displaced people. It is channelled through United Nations agencies working in Afghanistan […]
Action research in classrooms and promoting teachers’ development
How do I improve what I am doing? Action research as a means of promoting teachers’ professional development. Action research invites teachers to learn more about their classroom practice, enrich their pedagogical repertoire and reflect on the way they teach. Through action research, teachers’ attitudes, professional identities and expertise can keep evolving, as they consider […]