In June 2026, educators from the General High School of Monemvasia engaged in two mobility actions under the European Erasmus+ program (project code: 2025-1-EL01-KA121-SCH-000323234). Traveling to two different European countries, they received training on modern and critical educational issues: the utilization of digital tools and artificial intelligence in teaching, as well as the integration of sustainable development into the curriculum.
First Mobility Action – Vilnius, Lithuania
“Gamification in Education”
Teachers Paraskevi Syridakou, Matina Tzerefou, and Zoe Tyriditou participated in a training seminar organized by IVAIGO in Vilnius, Lithuania, from June 15 to 19, 2026. This initiative fostered an environment of international collaboration, bringing together educators from Malta and Italy.
Key Topics Covered:
- Principles of Gamification: Designing lessons with game elements (points, badges, leaderboards).
- Artificial Intelligence Tools: Utilizing ChatGPT, MagicSchool AI, NotebookLM, Elicit, and Consensus.
- Interactive Platforms: Leveraging Wayground, Educaplay, and Edpuzzle.
- Production of Audiovisual Material: Creating content with Canva, Leonardo AI, Suno, and ElevenLabs.
- Digital Toolbox: Developing personalized materials for immediate application in the classroom.
Second Mobility Action – Malaga, Spain
“Sustainability in Education: SDGs, Climate Action, and Green Schools”
Teachers Giorgos Grimpilas and Christos Papoulis attended a seminar focused on Sustainable Development and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN, organized by the Plus Project European Academy in Malaga, Spain, from June 22 to 26, 2026. This event provided a fertile ground for European collaboration among educators.
Key Topics Covered:
- Environmental Assessment: Self-evaluation of teaching practices and “green” assessment of school infrastructures.
- Connection to the SDGs: Introduction to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and their integration into educational practice.
- Climate Change: Case studies and design of sustainable projects for environmental sustainability.
- Socioeconomic Dimension: Analyzing sustainability through the lens of reducing inequalities and promoting social justice.
- Interdisciplinary Approaches: Incorporating sustainable development into the high school curriculum.
- Action Plan: Developing a personalized plan for implementing sustainable practices in the school environment.
Third Action – Dissemination of Results
Internal Training for Educators – Monemvasia
Upon returning, the participating educators from Vilnius and Malaga conducted an internal training session for their colleagues from the High School and Gymnasium of Monemvasia on June 29, 2026. This dissemination action is an integral part of the Erasmus+ program, ensuring that the benefits of the training extend throughout the entire school community.
Key Topics Covered:
- European Experience: Presentation of training programs and hosting organizations.
- Digital Innovation: Introduction to gamification and artificial intelligence tools.
- Practical Workshop: Hands-on demonstration of platforms such as Wayground, Educaplay, MagicSchool AI, Canva, and Leonardo AI.
- Green School: Presentation of sustainable development principles and the 17 SDGs within the school context.
- Feedback: Exchange of ideas and best practices for immediate classroom application.
The training on June 29 concluded a learning cycle that began in Lithuania and Spain, culminating in the classrooms of Monemvasia.
In a joint statement, the school principal, Maria Kountouri, and the Erasmus+ program coordinator, Matina Tzerefou, emphasized: “These three actions represent a comprehensive cycle of professional development that aligns with our school’s strategy to enhance the European dimension of education. The General High School of Monemvasia continues to invest in international collaboration, envisioning a modern, participatory, and sustainable school.”
