Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Bayır E., Selen İşbilir Ş., Öztürk E., Arabacıoğlu S., Oğuzhan Dinçer E., Durmaz H., et al.
Erasmus Projesi, Erasmus+ KA2 Yenilik ve İyi Uygulamaların Değişimi için İşbirliği Projesi, Avrupa Düzeyi, 2022 - 2024
This project was initiated in response to identified gaps in the practical training of future teachers in pedagogical specialties, particularly in integrating interdisciplinary knowledge from technical, natural, and educational sciences. Based on the experience of the South-West University (SWU) team and its international partners, the project addressed the growing need to align teacher education with evolving educational trends in Europe, where competencies in mathematics, engineering, digital, and green technologies are becoming essential. The initiative aimed to strengthen collaboration between academic disciplines and enhance the preparedness of future teachers for modern, sustainability-oriented education systems.
The primary objective was to develop a joint, innovative model for teacher education in the field of Green STEM. Specific goals included establishing a cooperation framework for Green STEM education, designing and validating innovative teaching methodologies, enhancing the competencies of academic staff, and creating a comprehensive digital toolkit to support Green STEM practices.
To achieve these objectives, the project implemented a series of structured activities, including a state-of-the-art analysis of STEM education practices across partner countries, the development of innovative methodologies and educational content, and the creation of guidelines for academic staff. Training programs were conducted to equip teacher educators with Green STEM competencies, complemented by the development of a digital toolkit. Additionally, the project fostered international collaboration and visibility through a Green STEM conference and various dissemination activities, including stakeholder roundtables, a project website, social media presence, and a promotional video.
The project resulted in several significant outputs, including national and transnational reports on STEM education practices, a joint Green STEM strategy, and innovative courses tested with students and teachers. A comprehensive guideline for teacher educators was developed, alongside the successful training of academic staff across partner institutions. Furthermore, a digital platform was established to support the implementation and sustainability of Green STEM education. Overall, the project contributed to advancing teacher education by integrating sustainability and innovation into pedagogical practices.