Intercultural competences are key to understand how other people think, feel and act. We need intercultural competences not only to understand people from different cultures, we also need them to overcome differences within our own culture. But how to include intercultural learning in any activity run at the school? Check the toolbox developed through the ‘Intercultural Learning for Pupils and Teachers’ project with a range of activities aimed at developing the intercultural learning competences of teachers and students.

Individual pupil mobility and class exchange programmes promote internationalisation of schools and provide opportunities for students and teachers to develop their intercultural competence. To ensure quality experiences, joining forces between schools and non-profit pupil exchange organisations expert in mobility and non formal education is key! Read more about the opportunities for internationalisation abroad and find resources for cooperation between schools & non-profit pupil mobility organisations.

Are you a teacher interested in internationalisation and looking to improve your intercultural learning skills and global competence? Have a look at the different training materials offered and check the next training opportunities available!

• Training for teachers: ‘Intercultural learning at school’

• eBook: Global Competence for teachers

• Upcoming trainings

Join a European network of schools involved or wishing to get involved in individual pupil mobility and to advance internationalisation of their school! Joining the EFIL Network of Schools offers an opportunity for schools to become more international, be part of an international movement and learn from sharing ideas and best practices with colleagues throughout Europe and beyond.