Creation of a network of excellent ULCA schools (NELCA)

Details

Project name: Creation of a network of excellent ULCA schools

Acronym: NELCA

Project number: 2023-1-SK01-KA220-HED-000158697

Duration: 01/09/2023- 30/04/2026

Programme: Erasmus+

Project partners:

‍HARMONYACADEMY s.r.o., Slovakia, MYKOLO ROMERIO UNIVERSITETAS, Lithuania, Centar za inovacii i digitalna edukacija DIG-ED, Northern Macedonia, Opshtinsko osnovno uchilishte STRASHO PINDJUR Negotino, Northern Macedonia, Osnovna sola Dobje, Slovenia, Základná škola Sládkovičova, Ružomberok, Slovakia, BIEDRIBA EUROFORTIS, Latvia, Vilniaus Prano Masioto pradine mokykla, Lithuania

Project coordinator:

CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY IN RUZOMBERK, Slovakia

Budget: 400 000,00 Euros

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Goals

• Key Goals
  2. Engage and Train School Leaders: Equip school leaders with vision-building skills and training based on the EFQM model, enhancing school management and organizational culture.
  3. Develop Digital and Creative Teaching Methodologies: Implement blended learning courses focused on digital skills and creative teaching techniques for the classroom.
  4. Introduce Teacher Monitoring Processes: Pilot teacher monitoring systems to promote reflective practices and continuous improvement in teaching.
  Main Activities
  • Setting Up the Association: Establish the International ULCA Association to support a connected community of educational professionals.
  • Creating Resources and Training:
  • Develop guidelines for managing ULCA schools.
  • Provide training for managers on building school visions and applying the EFQM framework.
  • Launch blended learning courses focused on digital skills and innovative teaching.
  • Interactive Online Platform: Create an e-learning platform and online tools for teachers, assessors, trainers, and managers.
  • Monitoring System: Implement monitoring processes to support teachers in evaluating and enhancing their teaching practices.
  • Project Dissemination and Engagement: Organize a conference to share project outcomes and promote best practices within and beyond the network.
  • Expected Outcomes The project will produce several concrete outputs, including:
    1. An NGO for the ULCA Association of Innovative Teachers and School Managers.
    2. Online tools and e-learning platforms for educators.
    3. New courses for leaders, managers, and teachers on innovative practices.
    4. Guidelines for effective school management.
    5. A functional system for teacher monitoring and professional growth.
    Impact and Long-term Vision By establishing a robust, supportive network, NELCA aims to transform traditional educational institutions into centers of excellence. The project envisions creating a sustainable community of educators and administrators who advocate for quality, inclusivity, and innovation in education.

• Establish the International ULCA Association: Form a professional body for innovative teachers and school managers to drive collaboration and support within the network.