The Lifelong Learning Platform, EPA is an active member of, has just published a statement reflecting on the White Paper on the Future of Europe and other recent political developments, underlining the role of education in this future among other things, an element that seems to be somewhat neglected by policy makers. Read the statement here:
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4/04/2017
The Future of Europe is a Learning Europe
The Lifelong Learning Platform, EPA is an active member of, has just published a statement reflecting on the White Paper on the Future of Europe and other recent political developments, underlining the role of education in this future among other things, an element that seems to be somewhat neglected by policy makers. Read the statement here:
9/13/2016
A new Europe for people, planet and prosperity for all
Common statement by 177 European and national Civil Society Organisations and Trade Unions
177 civil society organizations and trade unions have
adopted a common position demanding leaders fight back against populism, EPA among
them. The initiative was a joint effort of Concorde, ETUC, EYF and WWF and asks
the question of what is necessary to build the Europe we want and need.
"Europe is at a crossroads, and the future of European
cooperation and the benefits it brings are at stake. This is about the future
of our society and how we want to be viewed by the wider world. The future of
our planet and the kind of Europe our children will grow up in. The current
crisis highlights the urgent need to reflect on fundamental questions: how do
we ensure that the European project reclaims its promise of peace, democracy
and solidarity? How can Europe work for its people?
Too many people across Europe are dissatisfied and
disillusioned with the European Union and feel remote from its institutions and
policies. But there are groups of committed politicians, trade unions,
community groups and non-governmental organisations across Europe who are ready
to take action and work for a renewed Europe. Together, we can shape a Europe
that is inclusive, open, just, sustainable, and that works for people of all
ages, social backgrounds and nations.
Where do we go from here to build the Europe we want and
need?"
The civil society answer given includes
- rejecting populism
- tackling challenges together
- working for better Europe, not less Europe
- listening and engaging
- making the case for Europe
Download the full statement from this link
6/30/2014
Implementation of competence-based education in a school at all levels:What is the role of the school leader and stakeholders?
Why do we need competence-based education?
Europeans
should be more interested in the future of Europe if they want benefits for the
youth in their own countries. Those experiencing a high rate of youth
unemployment must urgently adopt different measures, otherwise violence, youth
unemployment, lack of interest in school, anxiety about the future and lack of
confidence will increase among youngsters.
Knowledge is not enough if we want to engage ourselves
for more democracy and more equity at school and if we want to prepare our
youth for lifelong learning. 5/27/2014
ICT in Schools - contribute to the survey
The Danish company, Skoleskyen (school cloud) is conducting a EU-wide survey of parents on the use of ICT in schools. The aim of the survey is to find out how much technology is used at schools in Europe. The topic is in line with our conference in Lisbon. This is the reason why we are happy to the share information about the survey to get more parents to participate on request of our Danish member, SOF.1/13/2014
Challenges and Opportunities for Organised Parents in the Future of Europe
EPA held its second General Assembly and Conference in Brussels. The topic was the role and possibilities of parents in the next budgetary and parliamentary period of the EU both starting in 2014. Our Slovenian member, ZASSS collected lots of useful links based on the conference programme that all parents' associations in Europe can use to broaden parents' information on Europe as well as for planning new projects.
Opening and welcome words
Parenting Support in Europe, Daniel Molinuevo, Eurofund
European Platforms and Initiatives for EU2020
European NGO’s for EU2020
Workshop
11/20/2013
Championing children's rights in Europe: A European Manifesto
20 November is the Universal Children’s Day, marking the anniversary of the adoption of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1989. This year, major international and European child rights organisations use the occasion to appeal for a better understanding of children’s rights at the European Parliament. By launching a European Manifesto, we call for a political commitment to promoting children’s rights in European Parliament politics in the run-up to the EP elections 2014.
7/26/2013
MEET Competition
MEET has published a competition announcement. If you are 17+ and you have your view and vision on what a High Quality European Education means you can submit your paper until 22 September. You can win an iPad and a free trip to Brussels.3/07/2013
New Comparative Study on School Leadership
A comparative study on Leadership and Governance in Schools was completed by the European Federationof Education Employers (EFEE). EFEE chose this subject for its first project in the well-founded belief that leadership at school level is of critical importance to the improvement of student results and that there is increasing demand for school leaders and those who hold them into account to rise to new challenges in a rapidly changing environment. While not advocating a common approach to matters best left to national or sub-national level, EFEE wished from the start of the project to acquire a better understanding of the various different approaches and their relative strengths and weaknesses.
11/29/2012
Migration and Education - EUNEC Statement
EUNEC discussed the new challenges for migration and education together with experts and representatives of stakeholders from the member countries in Larnaca, Cyprus in October 2012. Olympia Stylianou, secretary general of the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture, welcomed about 50 participants coming from 14 European countries and from Québec.
EUNEC formulates recommendations at policy level as well as at class and school level.
A shift in thinking is needed. Our fundamental view about diversity and education denies diversity as a starting point; we have to move away from the deficit approach that devalues diversity to a problem, and work towards a consensus in society where diversity and migration are not automatically seen as a problem but rather as an asset.
EUNEC expresses its concern that, in times of crisis, the most vulnerable groups should not suffer most.
(from the EUNEC Newsletter)
Read the full pdf here: http://www.eunec.eu/sites/www.eunec.eu/files/attachment/files/statements_0.pdf
11/19/2012
High Quality European Education for All
MEET-Movement for a European Education Trust wants to strengthen and accelerate the development of a European dimension in education at school level. MEET members believe it is time for a new educational paradigm aimed at building a Europe from the ground up and providing equal access to all its citizens who request it. On 9 May 2012, Europe Day, MEET submitted its proposal for a European Citizens' Initiative on a High Quality European Education for All to the European Commission. 16 July 2012: “A High Quality European Education for All” became the 8th European Citizens’ Initiative officially registered by the European Commission.
11/02/2012
Europe 2020
Europe 2020 is the EU's growth strategy for the coming decade.
In a changing world, we want the EU to become a smart, sustainable and inclusive economy. These three mutually reinforcing priorities should help the EU and the Member States deliver high levels of employment, productivity and social cohesion.
Concretely, the Union has set five ambitious objectives - on employment, innovation, education, social inclusion and climate/energy - to be reached by 2020. Each Member State has adopted its own national targets in each of these areas. Concrete actions at EU and national levels underpin the strategy.
In Education the two main targets are to reduce school drop-out rates below 10% and to have at least 40% of 30-34-year-olds complete third level education.
In a changing world, we want the EU to become a smart, sustainable and inclusive economy. These three mutually reinforcing priorities should help the EU and the Member States deliver high levels of employment, productivity and social cohesion.
Concretely, the Union has set five ambitious objectives - on employment, innovation, education, social inclusion and climate/energy - to be reached by 2020. Each Member State has adopted its own national targets in each of these areas. Concrete actions at EU and national levels underpin the strategy.
In Education the two main targets are to reduce school drop-out rates below 10% and to have at least 40% of 30-34-year-olds complete third level education.
Entrepreneurship Education in Europe - Eurydice Report
The report consists of both a comparative overview and national descriptions. The short comparative overview, covering EU Member States, plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Turkey, shows that the great majority of European countries address entrepreneurship education through national strategies or initiatives. At primary education level, two thirds of European countries explicitly acknowledge entrepreneurship in central steering documents while in secondary education virtually all countries integrate entrepreneurship into the curriculum, either as part of the general objectives of the overall curriculum, or within subject curricula or through a combination of these approaches. Thus the importance of entrepreneurship education is widely recognised. Moreover, many European countries define specific learning outcomes for entrepreneurship education covering entrepreneurial attitudes, knowledge and skills. Finally, the report also presents those countries where concrete guidelines and teaching materials give support to teachers, as well as a picture of current initiatives and ongoing reforms.
Science Education in Europe - Eurydice Report
The study examines the organisation of science teaching in Europe and provides an overview of existing policies and strategies that aim at improving and fostering science teaching and learning today. It looks at support measures available to teachers and schools for boosting students' motivation and interest in science. The study also contains a literature review on science education, main findings from the international surveys PISA and TIMSS as well as results from a Eurydice pilot survey (SITEP) on the content of initial teacher education programmes.
Citizenship Education in Europe - Eurydice Report
The report shows that all European countries now have introduced central regulations to promote student participation in school governance. Encouraging citizens, particularly young people, to actively engage in social and political life has recently become a growing political priority both at national and European level. Because education is viewed as a principal means to promote active citizenship, the report aims to capture how policies and measures relating to citizenship education have evolved over recent years in European countries. To this end, the report provides an overview of the state of play on five main topics: 1) Curriculum aims and organisation; 2) student and parent participation in schools; 3) school culture and student participation in society; 4) assessment and evaluation; 5) and support for teachers and school heads.
Mathematics Education in Europe - Eurydice Report
In recent years, the issue of competence in mathematics has become increasingly important and has been taken up at the highest policy level. Mathematical competence has been identified as one of the key competences necessary for personal fulfilment, active citizenship, social inclusion and employability in a knowledge society. Moreover, the 2008 'Council Conclusions on preparing young people for the 21st century: an agenda for European cooperation on schools' considers the acquisition of literacy and numeracy skills to be the main priority for European cooperation in education.
In the light of these policy developments, this first Eurydice report on mathematics education aims to contribute to European and national debate on how to improve the teaching and learning of mathematics and provide support to European cooperation in the field.
10/04/2012
New publication on adult illiteracy
One in five 15-year-olds in Europe, as well as many adults, lack basic reading and writing skills, which makes it harder for them to find a job and puts them at risk of social exclusion. New publication by Lit.Voc tackles these problems. - We have to ask what does this mean for their children?
Recommendation on the validation of non-formal and informal learning
The Commission's proposal for a Council Recommendation on the validation of non-formal and informal learning:
Facts and Figures on Education
When does the school year start in Latvia? When does it end in Austria? When do students go on autumn holidays in Germany? Whether you are planning on studying a semester abroad or simply planning your next holiday, the updated and downloadable annual overview of the school and academic calendars in Europe 2012/13, published by Eurydice, can help!
Eurydice document on the cost of higher education in Europe
The cost of higher education for students varies dramatically in Europe. Do you know which European country charges the highest student fees? Or else, in which countries are students not charged any at all? What is the proportion of fee payers and what are the regulations concerning international student fees?
All of Europe Reads to Kids
"All of Europe Reads to Kids" programme
In 2011, for the first time, we organized theInternational Week of Reading to Children. It was done in cooperation with our sister Czech Foundation “Every Czech Reads to Kids” as well as local authorities and libraries. Celebration started onJune 1st, 2011 in Cieszyn and Cesky Tesin jointly.
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