eTwinning , Platform for connecting among teachers and schools in Europe Platform for connecting among teachers and schools in Europe
Virtual Exchange
Description: eTwinning is a platform for schools in Europe to share ideas, engage in projects, and establish partnerships with other schools across the continent. It works by connecting teachers from different countries virtually but also offering opportunities for professional development via seminars, courses, conferences, and workshops. eTwinning was developed by the European Commission as part of the EU's Lifelong Learning Programme and is free to use. However, it requires signing up and having an account, which is typically done by teachers or school administrators on behalf of schools.
Evaluation: eTwinning is a fantastic tool to connect with other teachers and schools in Europe and establish an international network. It promotes cross-cultural understanding, language learning, and digital literacy skills. It can take some time to get used to the platform’s dynamics, but then it offers very interesting and enriching opportunities. eTwinning is a large community, so it can also be a bit overwhelming at first. Basic IT skills required.
Cost: Free with registration
Type Of Interaction:
Group/pair work - outsiders,
Skills:
Intercultural,
Content:
Website/other users supply,
You supply,
Usability and tech notes ▼
Time efficiency 
Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: Some learning curve, but the time invested is definitely worthwhile.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: All EU official languages
Respect for privacy What data does the tool collect and why? What security measures are there? GDPR compliant? : Very high. eTwinning collects various types of personal data but only for educational and functional purposes. This data is processed by the European Education and Culture Executive Agency. The privacy policy mentions security measures to protect user data, such as encryption and access controls. Consent is the basis of eTwinning’s functioning. It complies with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes
Any other relevant information:
- Installation required?: No
- Compatibility/ Operating System: All operating systems