eTwinning for entrepreneurial education: Developing the next generation of innovators
Description du cours
Entrepreneurial education typically aims to equip teachers with the knowledge to foster an entrepreneurial mindset among students and integrate entrepreneurship principles into their teaching practices with the help of their eTwinning Projects.
The general aims of this short course revolve around:
- Nurturing an entrepreneurial mindset,
- Developing practical skills,
- Fostering innovation,
- Encouraging entrepreneurial action,
- Promoting social and sustainable entrepreneurship,
- Foster a culture of innovation and creativity,
- Using eTwinning as a tool to assist students to create creative and original ideas and tangible outcomes to tackle with the real-world problems using critical thinking, design thinking, problem solving skills with a collective mindset.
The course is offered by eTwinning. To find more courses from eTwinning visit the Professional Development section of the European School Education Platform
Duration and workload
Start date: Monday 27 November 2023
End date: Wednesday 13 December 2023
Duration: 2 weeks and 2 days
Workload: 8-10 hours
Public cible
Teachers from all school levels and subjects, as well as other school staff (librarians, school leaders, etc.) who are interested to learn how eTwinning projects help students acquire entrepreneurial skills and develop entrepreneurial mindset.
Objectifs d'apprentissage
The objective collectively aims to equip participants with the mindset, skills, knowledge, and support needed to embark on an entrepreneurial journey and increase their chances of entrepreneurial success by:
- Problem-Solving and Adaptability
- STEM and STEAM models
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Ethical and Social Responsibility
- Risk Management
- Product Development:
- Networking and Relationship Building
- Opportunity Recognition
- Creating innovative eTwinning projects in their schools and organisations.
Ce contenu est offert par la Commission européenne. La Commission européenne est le bras exécutif politiquement indépendant de l'Union européenne. Elle est seule chargée d'élaborer des propositions de nouvelle législation européenne et elle met en œuvre les décisions du Parlement européen et du Cons

Programme
- How this course works
- Introductory Module: Why Entrepreneurial Education
- Module 1: Create a Mindset – Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Module 2: Ideate an Innovation – Design Thinking in Action
- Module 3: Plan a Business – Elements of a Business Plan
- Module 4: Build Resilience – Facing Challenges and Setbacks
- Module 5: Showcase an Outcome – Assessment and Evaluation