We are thrilled to share the news about our MetaCivicEdu Project. Our work on the project started on January 2024, with lots of interesting tasks evolving in parallel. The MetaCivicEdu project, funded by the European Union’s Erasmus+ programme, aims to transform civic education across different European countries by integrating advanced metaverse technologies into K-12 education systems.
he MetaCivicEdu project will introduce new methods of teaching that are expected to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. Our initiative also aims to foster an inter-EU network of educators and policymakers focused on advancing civic education through metaverse technology. MetaCivicEdu is a pioneering project that leverages the immersive capabilities of the metaverse to enrich civic education and prepare students as informed, active citizens in a digitally connected world. The project is coordinated by the University of Piraeus Research Center, Greece, with a consortium of partners from Cyprus, Ireland, Greece, and Belgium.
The primary goal of MetaCivicEdu is to enhance the pedagogical approaches of K-12 teachers and engage students in active civic participation. By implementing metaverse technologies, the project aims to make civic education more interactive, engaging, and relevant to today's digital natives. The project is set to significantly influence the educational landscape by introducing new methods of teaching that are expected to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
The initiative also aims to foster an inter-EU network of educators and policymakers focused on advancing civic education through metaverse technology.
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Furthermore, MetaCivicEdu will develop and disseminate metaverse-enhanced learning scenarios that support the teaching and learning of civic education in primary schools.
The project will also provide professional development for teachers, equipping them with the skills and tools to implement these new learning scenarios effectively
We are happy to invite educators, policymakers, and all stakeholders interested in the future of education to follow the progress of MetaCivicEdu. Regular updates, resources, and findings will be shared on the project’s official website.
General Information:
MetaCivicEdu supports a consortium of partners across several European countries, aiming to foster inclusive educational environments that enhance civic understanding and engagement through advanced metaverse technology. The project is committed to making educational systems more inclusive and effective, thereby preparing a generation of students who are well-informed and active participants in their communities.
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As we continue our work in MetaCivicEdu, we're preparing for our next face to face meeting to be held in Cyprus, in October 2024. Stay tuned for more information on the project.
