Kastalia handbook 2016 by Michèle Vanleke

Kastalia Handbook 2016

Dear Students and Friends, For over twenty years the KASTALIA network has tried to improve the flow of information to those students of education in Europe who want to look beyond their own university. KASTALIA is a network of 15 institutions of teacher education, with a wide spectrum of subject areas. It covers all levels of education from pre-primary, primary, secondary and tertiary up to the research level. The network arranges both student and staff mobility, perceives and develops professional teacher-educationstudent profiles, develops ways of co-operating in different educational areas and shares academic activities. The name KASTALIA comes from Greece. KASTALIA is the sacred spring at Delphi, the sanctuary of Apollo and the seat of his oracle, Pythia. The spring is said to have a divine power of purification and foretells the future. Pythia used to drink from the clear waters of the spring. Education is like water, it is a life force, it quenches the thirst for knowledge, and it moistens dry soil into fertile land. Future teachers should see their educational work as a spring which diffuses new ideas like moisture. In the light of internationalization and unified Europe it is crucial for future teachers to be familiar with and respect other cultures, other educational systems, other methods of teaching. In the near future, teachers will not only meet people from other nations and cultures when they travel abroad, but more and more at home, in their own classrooms. This handbook annually informs both students and lecturers about the members of KASTALIA network and the possibilities which different institutions can offer for a period of exchange in another country. Some universities give very exact dates for their term times and others prefer to give guideline information. 2

Please note as from 2004 KASTALIA has a website which is updated as often as possible. It can be found under http://www.uef.fi/kastalia/. Since 2013 you can also visit us on facebook!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/550548994987874/ Become a member! We hope that you will take advantage of the exchange possibilities which we can offer. We especially hope that you will have an enjoyable, interesting time in the country you have chosen for your place of exchange. Joensuu 3th September, 2015 Helena Hulmi, Chairwoman of KASTALIA network

Contactlist Country Belgium Belgium

Erasmus code B-BRUSSEL48 B-GEEL07

Croatia Denmark

DKKOBENHA56

Finland

SF-KUOPIO12

France

F-TOULOUSE02

Germany

D-HILDESH01

Hungary

HU-DEBRECE05

Ireland

IRLBLACKRO03

Ireland

IRL-DUBLIN34

Latvia

Institute Odisee Thomas More (Vorselaar Turnhout Mechelen) University of Zadar University College UCC Blaagaard/KDAS University of Eastern Finland Ecole Superieure du Professorat et de L’education Toulouse - MidiPyrénées Universität Hildesheim Reformed Teacher Training College Froebel Department, Maynooth University St. Nicholas Montessori College Liepaja University

Contactperson Michèle Vanleke Rita Van Elsen

Maja Kolega Sabine Lam Helena Hulmi Carol SerrurierZucker

Yvonne Rechter Stefani BrusbergKiermeier Attila Kőszeghy Máire Nic Bhaird

Michael O’Connor Linda Pavitola

Lithuania

LT KLAIPED01

Klaipėda University

Rasa Jautakytė

Portugal

P-BEJA01

Maria Santos

Spain

E-VALLADO01

The Netherlands

NL-ROTTERD03

Escola Superior de Educação de Beja Escuela Universitaria de Educación de Soria Hogeschool Rotterdam

Turkey

TR-IZMIR01

Buca Faclulty of Education- Dokuz Eylul, University Izmir

Teresa

Beatriz Tarancón Álvaro Mieke Verhart Janneke Verloop Burak Karabey

TABLE OF CONTENT Belgium - Odisee - Thomas More (Vorselaar Turnhout Mechelen)

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Croatia -University of Zadar

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Denmark - University College UCC - Blaagaard/KDAS

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Finland - University of Eastern Finland

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France - Ecole Superieure du Professorat et de L’education Toulouse - Midi-Pyrénées - 63 – Germany - Universität Hildesheim

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Hungary - Reformed Teacher Training College

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Ireland - Froebel Department, Maynooth University - St. Nicholas Montessori College

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Latvia -Liepaja University

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Lithuania -Klaipėda University

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Portugal - Escola Superior de Educação de Beja

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Spain - Escuela Universitaria de Educaci贸n de Soria

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The Netherlands - Hogeschool Rotterdam

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Turkey - Buca School of Education,Dokuz Eylul University Izmir- 154 -

ODISEE www.odisee.be/english A. INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The Network Coordinator Michèle Vanleke Odisee – campus Brussel Warmoesberg 26 B-1000 Brussels Tel.: +32 2 608 49 41 E-Mail: michele.vanleke@odisee.be 2. The International Coordinator Bart Hempen Odisee – campus Brussel Warmoesberg 26 B-1000 Brussels Tel.: +32 2 608 49 41 E-Mail: bart.hempen@odisee.be 3. The Academic Calendar  

The academic year consists of two semesters: the first semester runs from the second half of September to the end of January the second semester runs from the beginning of February to the end of June

Each semester consists of 13 weeks of courses, followed by an examination session during which students have exams for subjects they have studied in that semester. Subjects that also run in the second semester are not assessed after the first semester. These subjects are examined during the examination session in May/June (at the end of the second semester). 4. General Description Odisee is a multicampus institute of higher education. It is characterised by a unity of vision and common policies and practices. With 13.000 students at Odisee is the third largest University College of Applied Sciences (= Hogeschool) in Flanders. The number of participants in postgraduate programmes and seminars amounts to 9500. There are 1050 staff members working for Odisee. We offer bachelor study programmes in 4 Flemish cities: Brussels, Ghent, Aalst and Sint-Niklaas. There are 7 campuses based all over Flanders: Campus Brussel (Erasmus, Hermes, Terranova, Tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Serclaes buildings), Campus Parnas (in Dilbeek), Campus Hoger Instituut voor Gezinswetenschappen (in Schaerbeek), Technologie Campus (in Ghent), Campus Dirk Martens (in Alost) and Campus Waas (in Saint-Nicolas). Odisee hosts approximately 170 inbound exchange students and 220 outbound exchange students on a yearly basis. Odisee offers 38 Professional Bachelors degree programmes Our Dienst Internationale Relaties / International Relations Office (DIRO) at Campus Brussels is responsible for incoming Erasmus students/staff in the following professional bachelor degree programmes (180 European credits):

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Bachelor of Applied Information Technology Bachelor of Family Sciences Bachelor of Medical Imaging (unique in Belgium!) Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Bachelor of Office Management Bachelor of Operations Management Bachelor of Optics & Optometry (unique in Belgium!) Bachelor of Social Work Bachelor of Socio-Educational Care Work Bachelor of Teacher Training for Nursery/Primary/Secondary Education, incl. Physical   Education We like to inform you that additionally to the degree programmes above in italic print, our DIRO at Campus Ghent is responsible for the following professional bachelor degree programmes (180 European credits):

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Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of

Agro- and Biotechnology Biomedical Laboratory Technology Chemistry Construction Design and Production Technology Electronics/ICT Electro Mechanics Energy Technology Facility Management Food an Dietary Science Midwifery Real Estate

Odisee is a member of the Associatie Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (Catholic University Leuven Association). This association is the largest association in Flanders, headed by Flanders' oldest university. 66,000 students in 23 cities scattered around Flanders offer an impressive network of Belgian and international partners. 10

5. Admission and registration procedures

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Each application must have been approved by your home institution. In that way, you do not have to pay a tuition fee at Odisee. Fill out an Application Form and send it to the Odisee International Office. Attach 2 passport-sized photographs, a photocopy of your ID or passport, a transcripts of records (= list of study results) of the previous years and a copy of your health insurance and third party liability insurance abroad. Deadline: before 15 June, if you are only planning on studying at Odisee during the second semester, the deadline is 15 November. After receipt of your Application Form, an information package will be sent to your home address. Send a Learning Agreement to the International Office. On this form you must mention which courses you would like to follow during your stay. Deadline: the Learning Agreement must have been sent in by 30 June. If your Erasmus period at Odisee is limited to the second semester, the deadline is 1 December. Once you have completed your registration, submitted all required documents, and the International Office has approved your registration, you will be considered a HUBKAHO student. Congratulations! 6. Academic requirements All Erasmus students should be registered as a student in an institutions that has received a European University Charter from the European Commission. Preferably two years of advanced education should have been completed successfully. It is important to know that our university college is to be preferred if you are interested in school practice and the international educational module in English. If research and personal work is your aim, you should choose the University of Louvain (KU Leuven) as host institution. 11

7. Linguistic requirements If you want to take courses from one of our Dutch-taught professional bachelor programmes, you need to be proficient in the Dutch language. The level of proficiency is assessed by means of an oral and written test. 8. Accommodation Odisee Brussel has its own housing service for student residence through the housing service of Quartier Latin. Our institute has a co-operation agreement with this organization so they should be able to help out any Odisee student. Both long-term accommodation as well as finding a suitable place for a short term duration (i.e. less than 6 months) is offered by Quartier Latin via Odisee. Prices for fully equipped rooms are between 350 and 550 EUR/month, all charges included. For accommodation contact: housing@odiseel.be For very shorts periods of stay (i.e. a few weeks), most foreign students come to Brussels and stay in a youth hostel. An overview of the Brussels youth hostels you can find here http://www.youthhostels.be/ 9. University facilities Odisee offers a variety of on campus student facilities. If you are looking for course material, study facilities, the library, computer & internet access, medical care, a hot meal and a cool drink, sports facilities and a student organisation at Odisee you can find all practical information on the Odisee English webpages (www.odisee.be/english -> Studying in Brussels -> Upon arrival -> Facilities). Students with special needs can also gain information on all available facilities on the Odisee campuses. For more facilities in Brussels take a look at Living in Brussels. 12

10. Health and insurance Health insurance covering the full period of your stay in Belgium, starting on the day of arrival is compulsory for all international students. Adequate insurance is a precondition for enrolment! If you are from an EU country or from another country with which Belgium has a health insurance agreement, you may maintain your health insurance from the home country in Belgium by taking out a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or World Assistance Card in your home country. This must be done before your departure to Belgium. You must provide a copy of your EHIC card 1 month before arrival. 11. Cost of living Personal expenses of a single student, including accommodation, meals, study materials and travelling in Flanders can amount to approximately 750 EUR per month. In order to give you an idea of how expensive life in Brussels is, you can find a list of daily products with their average prices on the Odisee English webpage (www.odisee.be/english -> Studying in Brussels -> Living in Brussels -> Money Matters). 12.

Climate, cultural characteristics

Brussels has a maritime temperate climate, characterised by warm summers and mild winters. The city has a high average annual rainfall, and visitors can expect a downpour any time of year. Temperatures range from highs of around 27째C (80째F) in summer to 7째C (45째F) during the middle of winter. Snow is possible, but not frequent, in winter. Brussels is the place to be for all kinds of cultural events: from the concert hall Ancienne Belgique, the Cartoon Museum to countless cinemas and theatres. Brussels has a fascinating 7 days a week/24 hours a day culture agenda for 13

you. Events such as Broodje Brussel, Couleur CafĂŠ, Brosella, Eu'ritmix and Boterhammen in de stad are a must. And what about a real Drive-In-Movies? You can find the most interesting links on Odisee English webpages. 13.

How to get there

Kastalia students will be based at Odisee campus Brussels Warmoesberg 26 1000 Brussels

By plane: Take a taxi at Brussels National Airport or make use of the special train service to Brussel Centraal/Bruxelles Central (Central station). Unless your luggage is excessive, you are recommended to make use of the latter. Taxis tend to be rather expensive. The train station is located under the airport building and can be reached from within. By train: Get off at Brussel Centraal/Bruxelles Central (Central station). Leave the building either through the main exit (on a street called Putterie) or through the main entrance (on the corner of Keizerinlaan/Boulevard de l’Impératrice and Putterie). Descend the Keizerinlaan/Boulevard de l’Impératrice, thereby leaving the gothic spire of the city hall behind you on your left. Once you have reached the Cathedral of Saint-Michael on your right and the name of the street has changed to Berlaimontlaan/Boulevard Berlaimont, turn immediately to the left. This is Stormstraat/Rue d’Assaut. At the intersection between Stormstraat/Rue d’Assaut and Warmoesberg, you will find the main entrance (building with revoçlving door). By metro: take line 1 or 4 (depening on where you are) and get off at Central Station (Centraal Station/Gare Centrale). By bus: the lines 29, 38, 63, 66 and 71 all stop in front of Campus Brussel.

B. INFORMATION ON THE DEPARTMENT 1.

The Erasmus institutional co-ordinator

Bart Hempen Odisee University College – campus Brussel Warmoesberg 26 B-1000 Brussels, Belgium Tel.: +32 2 609 81 00 E-Mail: bart.hempen@odisee.be 2.

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The Department

Odisee School of Education prepares students to become professional teachers in nursery, primary or secondary schools (1st until 4th year of secondary school). HUB-KAHO offers future teachers an exciting Erasmus exchange experience in the capital of Europe during three or four months. You can take courses from our Dutch-taught: Bachelor of Nursery Education (ages 2,5 – 6 years) Bachelor of Primary Education (ages 7 – 12 years) Bachelor of Secondary Education (choice between general subjects (Biology, English, French, History, Religion, Informatics, Dutch, Mathematics), Physical Education or Creative Arts (ages 12-16 years) 2.1. Bachelor in Nursery Education branch (24 teachers, 140 students) Musical training is emphasized within the training of toddlers’ teachers. Second year students for instance create a musical for toddlers every year. Students and lectors together participate in its form and contents (e.g. a project on the four elements of nature, realized with visits, experiments, research and didactics). During the training, much attention is given to the training of specific subjects and abilities (e.g.

dance courses, the study of tales, visiting museums with toddlers, etc…). Each and every student enjoys personal supervision in his/her study and training. In the second and third year the students enjoy “training supervision”, being a personal coach allowing them to reflect on their functioning as a toddlers’ teacher. 2.2. Bachelor in Primary Education branch (31 teachers, 220 students) Learning together is a central theme in teachers’ training. Thus, you learn how to deal with people, taking people into consideration, having fun together, doing sports together, executing assignments together, etc. … You also learn a lot out off the classroom: during environmental excursions you do research, you learn how to row and to climb rocks, you discover the world of modern art, you concentrate on your creativity for a whole week, you are amazed by teaching in Amsterdam and by teaching the blind …. In a very concrete way, you learn how to deal with children in the best possible way. If you want to learn something to children, you have to be an expert. That is precisely why all primary school courses are, in a fascinating manner, on the programme. Theory and practice are tied together at our school. You obtain a theoretical background. You learn to teach in groups - small at first - ; you teach in your own neighbourhood, starting from the first year. 2.3. Bachelor in Secondary Education branch (42 teachers, 300 students) Apart from theory, lots of practical experience is gained from training to become a regent. During your first year, you make a two weeks lasting observation tour in secondary schools. This way, you get acquainted with the contents and the working methods. You also teach some four courses and working methods are taught to you during specific 17

demonstrations. In the second year, you practice one or more teaching hours in one of our many practicing schools in the Brussels area. When preparing these lessons, you are being kindly helped by the pedagogue or the teacher. These training courses result in three weeks of full training. In your third year, you mainly stand on your own two legs. You teach class during some ten weeks in periods of two to three weeks: three weeks in ASO (“general secondary education”), three weeks in BSO (“Special secondary education”) and two weeks in TSO (“Technical secondary education”). You also get trained in BuSO and in migrants- or adult education. Students in Physical Education also get trained in primary education, since they can also teach at that level. You can choose the school you can practice at. The weeks during which the courses are given are sometimes interrupted for excursions, pastoral activities, culture- and sporting days, … These events are meant to broaden your view on the world and help to develop your personality. In some disciplines, educational excursions of one or more days are programmed. C. COURSE UNITS The core curriculum at Odisee university college is taught in Dutch and we are aware that for Erasmus students it’s not evident to take the provided courses in Dutch. We therefore assamble tailor made programmes for incoming students, including theory and practice. A 20 ECTS programme is possible, but students are also welcome for 1 month (6 ECTS). You’re very welcome!

THOMAS MORE (Vorselaar Turnhout Mechelen) http://www.thomasmore.be/welcome A. 1.

INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION The Network Coordinator

Rita Van Elsen Thomas More Faculty: Teacher Education Vorselaar Lepelstraat 2 B-2290 Vorselaar Belgium Tel: +32 14 50 81 78 or +32 14 50 81 60 E-mail: rita.vanelsen@thomasmore.be Vanessa Dockx Thomas More Faculty: Teacher Education Turnhout Campus Blairon 800 B- 2300 Turnhout Belgium Tel. + 32 (0)14 806101 E-mail: vanessa.dockx@thomasmore.be www.thomasmore.be 2.

The International Manager

Agnes DilliĂŤn Thomas More Kleinhoefstraat 4 B-2440 Geel Belgium Tel: +32 14 56 23 10 or + 32 14 56 21 43 Fax:+32 14 58 48 59 E-mail: agnes.dillien@thomasmore.be

Academic calendar

Mid-September - end of June We have a two semester system: Autumn semester: second half of September to the end of January Spring semester: beginning of February to the end of June. January and june are examperiod Holidays and free days: Autumn break: End of October â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Beginning of November (1 week) Christmas holidays: approx. 23/12 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7/1 (2 weeks) Spring break: after exams semester 1 (1 week - beginning of february) Easter holidays: two weeks over Easter The actual academic calendar will be given upon arrival. 4. 4.1.

General description Type of institution

Thomas More is the largest university college in Flanders, offering over 50 bachelor and master degree programmes in the province of Antwerp in the Dutch speaking part of Belgium. It was created by joining the strengths of Katholieke Hogeschool Kempen, Lessius Antwerp and Lessius Mechelen. The University College wants to play an important strategic and international role in Flanders. The Academic Bachelors and Masters are KU Leuven@Thomas More as of July 2013. This means that their courses are KU Leuven courses, organized on the campuses of the new Thomas More University College. They work together closely with related professional bachelors. As a result, Thomas More is a fully fledged knowledge centre and engine for regional innovation. 21

With Thomas More (1478-1535) the university college follows in the footsteps of the English humanist, scientist and author. In addition, the name â&#x20AC;&#x153;Moreâ&#x20AC;? also refers to more course programmes, more regional spread, more cooperation agreements, more horizons. More than 17,000 students More than 1,800 staff members More regional spread with campuses in Antwerp, Geel, Lier, Mechelen,Sint-KatelijneWaver, Turnhout and Vorselaar. More than 30 Professional Bachelors in 7 study areas. More than 20 Academic Bachelors and Masters in 4 study areas See the website for all the options. The educational faculty of Thomas More offers state of the art education and training to about 2600 students in Mechelen, Turnhout and Vorselaar. Students can choose between Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Primary Education and Bachelor of Secondary Education (general subjects, physical education, expressive education and project art courses). It takes 3 years to graduate. The age-range for the pupils is 2,5 to 6, (pre-school), 7 to 12 (primary school) and 12 to 16 years (secondary school). Our faculty also provides in-servicetraining for teachers and heads of schools. 4.2. History The original Teacher Training College in Vorselaar was founded the moment the political situation permitted such a training in Belgium, which was in 1902. This makes it one of the eldest institutes for higher education in Flanders. The merger into Kempen University College (1995) and into Thomas More (2012) proved the dynamic evolution of this teacher training college with cooperation in much wider areas and focuss on the future. 22

We’re also part of the KU Leuven Association. Our bachelors can thus enhance their knowledge and participate in scientific research or master’s studies after their bachelor’s degree. 4.3. Admission and registration procedures We like to welcome incoming students. Your application must be approved by your home institution and can only be accepted if there is an existing bilateral agreement for mobility between the faculties. If you want to apply for studying at our teacher training faculty , meet with your international office and let them send a nomination by mail to Rita Van Elsen, rita.vanelsen@thomasmore.be, International Office, Lepelstraat 2, B 2290 Vorselaar, Belgium. After acceptance the student can do the online application on the website of Thomas More: http://www.thomasmore.be/welcome Send a photocopy of your ID, your transcript of records of previous study years and a proof of health insurance and of third-party liability insurance for staying abroad. The deadline is may 30th for the autumn semester, october 15th for the spring semester. We prefer to invite students to our ‘International Class’ during the Spring semester because they will have a full programme in English. You can join the International module: International Classroom for Keys in Education : VICKIE (February – may 2016) which will be organized in Bruges. Don’t forget to indicate that you want to enter through Flemish partner: Thomas More!

4.4. Academic requirements Erasmus students should have a student registration in one of the participating institutions. Preferably at least two years of bachelor studies should have been completed successfully. It is important to know that our university college is to be preferred if you are interested in school practice and the international educational module in English. If research and personal work on academic level (master and doctoral studies) is your aim, you should choose the University of Louvain (KU Leuven) as a host institution. 4.5. Linguistic requirements The International Module, VICKIE Vives International Classroom for Keys in education, is in English and offers a programme on education for future teachers from preschool, primary school and secondary school from February to May. We require a A2 level for participating students. Students interested in practice should have a B1 level in English. The working language in the institution is Dutch. In the language courses of the secondary teacher training the language of study can be taken as a subject: French or English. This might offer possibilities for students interested in teaching foreign languages. 5.

Accommodation

5.1. Independent accommodation For the International Module accommodation will be provided in the city of venue. (e.g. Bruges 2015-2016) Information about the accommodation will be sent to you after acceptance.

The faculty in Vorselaar or Turnhout has no accommodation for foreign students on campus. (Mostly all accommodation is taken by our own students for a whole year).You can find accommodation on the free market. Look for free rooms in http://www.khk.be/khk04/kot/kotDb/default.asp Single rooms are let in houses in the village or town. Residents share a kitchen and a bathroom (with shower). The price of the rooms varies between 200 Euro and 300 Euro a month. Renting a flat or studio is more expensive. (400 Euro) at least. 5.2. How to reserve accommodation Information about the accommodation will be sent to you after acceptance of your mobility. If you agree with the proposed accommodation and its price, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to look for accommodation on your own. 5.3. Rental contract Upon arrival you are expected to sign a rental contract. The contract specifies the amount of the rent, the payment dates, the effective period of the contract and the house rules that you are expected to observe. Normally, students are required to pay a deposit of one month's rent with the first month's rent. The purpose of the deposit is to cover the cost of any damage caused. The entire deposit will be refunded to you on completion of the contract period. Make sure you get a receipt on payment of the deposit. This will prevent problems when repayment is due.

Facilities

Information on the facilities of the location of the International Classroom will be given to you upon arrival or in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Welcome Packageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6.1. Library on campus Vorselaar As an Erasmus student you have the institutionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s library at your disposal. The library is specialised in reference books and works on method. Most books are in Dutch. Books can be borrowed for 3 weeks. Registration is free for Erasmus students. 6.2. Student cafeteria and restaurant on campus Vorselaar The institute has a student cafeteria that sells hot and soft drinks, sweets, sandwiches, soup and some warm snacks. 6.3. Sports facilities In the immediate vicinity of the institute there is a fitness centre, which provides fitness, power plate and power training. The municipal sports centre offers squash, tennis and volleyball facilities, aerobic, step and jazz dance sessions. Swimming, ice-skating and equestrianism can be practised in the neighbouring villages. 6.4. Further information Further information on the village, transport facilities and some aspects of life in the village and the institute will be offered upon your arrival.

HEALTH AND INSURANCE (E.G. SOCIAL SECURITY)

Everybody in Belgium is obliged by law to be covered by health insurance. If you are an EU citizen insured in your country by your national health service, you will be covered by the Belgian health service too. Contact your health insurance organisation in your home country before your departure to Belgium about papers and procedures to get medical costs reimbursed. All international students are required to subscribe to a third-party liability insurance policy when registering in Belgium. This insurance covers costs that arise when harm is done to others, third parties. E.g. physical injury when you override a person with your bike, breaking a chair etc. The cost is about 15 euro. 8.

COST OF LIVING

Students will need ca. 600 Euro a month, rent included. 9.

Climate and cultural characteristics

The climate is changeable but moderate, with mild winters and good summers. Clouds and wind are common features. The annual rainfall is moderate but unpredictable, so bring a raincoat and an umbrella. It might freeze and snow in winter. You will need to bring casual but smart clothes for school experience visits. Flanders is small, but beautiful and interesting. It is ideally located in the heart of Western Europe. Other countries are very easily to be reached during holidays. Brochures on Flanders will be given to you upon arrival.

10. How to get there To Campus Vorselaar By plane: Most planes go to Zaventem, the Brussels airport. At the airport a train will take you to Vorselaar. By train: The nearest train station is Herentals. If you come from Brussels, you can have a direct train in Brussels North.(direction Hasselt or Turnhout/Neerpelt.) Members of our staff or students will meet you in Herentals at the station. By car: Coming from Antwerp, E313 (direction Hasselt - Luik) Exit Herentals West/Grobbendonk number 20 Coming from Turnhout - E 34 Exit Lille number 21 Coming from Hasselt - E 313 Exit Herentals/Olen number 22

To the location of the International Module If you take the International Module, information on how to get to the place where it is held and to your accommodation, will be sent to you with the welcome letter.(start of december at latest) Mind that when taking this International Module it will be impossible to combine it with other ongoing courses at Thomas More. The programme is a full week programme and the distance between Bruges and Vorselaar, Geel, Turnhout, Mechelen will take too long to cover. B. 1.

INFORMATION ON THE DEPARTMENT The Faculty

The Teacher Education Department in Vorselaar prepares students to become professional teachers. We are a university college (â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;hogeschoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;). There are three training profiles: bachelor of pre-school teacher, primary school teacher, secondary school or general subject teacher (from first till fourth year of secondary school). The theory presented at the teacher training college is always closely linked to teaching practice and experience. Students will teach from the first year of their training onwards in practice schools. They spend 26 weeks on school experience. The typical theoretical learning model of the university college is Experiential Learning and Constructivism. We also adopt new educational methods. Assessment methods: Written projects or reports and presentations for the International Module. Exams, tasks and portfolio for the other programmes.

Course Units

For updated information on the programme of the teacher trainings and the content of course units we refer to the website http://www.thomasmore.be/international course contents and ECTS. We have prepared together with another institute (Vives) an International Module for educational students. The International Class starts at the beginning of February and lasts till the beginning of May each year. Three weeks of holidays are included in the programme. (Spring holiday (1 week in February) and Easter Holiday (2 weeks) If possible the class is composed of 2/3 of foreign and 1/3 of Flemish students. The programme consists of a three month period of lectures, self- study and teaching practice. In the course of the programme 20 European credits (via ECTS can be obtained. If you want to obtain 10 extra credits you have to stay on for one month longer for training practice and teaching experience. The International Class will be held at different locations: Antwerp, Bruges, Mechelen. Bruges is the present location. After a period in which the international students are introduced to the host city. The modules/courses of the International Classroom for Keys in Education are the following:

3 months

ECTS 5 ECTS 5 ECTS 4 ECTS 3 ECTS 3 ECTS

Total

20 ECTS

4 months

20 ECTS 6 ECTS

Info: These courses you only choose when you need 30 ECTS

Name of the COURSE/ KEY Global issues and focus on Flanders and Europe Social and intercultural competences A broad view on education in Europe and Flanders Labs in education One lab is compulsory Diversity in/and education You choose one lab Write down your choice in your LA 4.1. Heritage education (3 ECTS) 4.2. Scientific thinking (3 ECTS) 4.3. Active life style and health (3 ECTS) 4.4. Digital media in the school (3 ECTS 4.5.1 physical education and movement and recreation: option 1 (only for future teachers physical education or trainers/instructors in a sports field)

Course of 3 months Optional course / practice You choose 1 course (5.1. - 5.5.) or for practice (5.6) Write down your choice in your LA 5.1. Heritage education research (6 ECTS) : only when you first choose 4.1 5.2. Scientific thinking research (6 ECTS) : idem 5.3. Active life style and health research (6 ECTS) idem 5.4. Digital media in the school research (6 ECTS) : idem 5.5. physical education and movement and recreation : research (6 ECTS)

code vickie 1 vickie 2 vickie 3

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30 ECTS As the practical training periods aims specifically at either level of education, students from pre-school, primary and secondary teacher training can take part Deadline for the enrolment is October 15th! But be in time, we have a lot of candidates with 60 international institutes involved! Only 32 candidates will be accepted and we want of good mix of nationalities! It’s essential that your international coordinator sends a mail as soon as he/she is sure you will come too. rita.vanelsen@thomasmore.be. The information on the International Module is available with your own departmental international coordinator and on: https://www.vives.be/international/programmes education/Bruges

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http://www.thomasmore.be/welcome/course-guides-20152016 The information for the autumn and spring semester in Campus Mechelen is available on: http://www.thomasmore.be/welcome/bachelors-teachertraining-international-study-programme-campus-mechelen http://www.thomasmore.be/welcome/course-guides-20152016 For more info for Mechelen courses contact: niomi.kelly@thomasmore.be Belgium is fun!

UNIVERSITY OF ZADAR http://www.unizd.hr/hr-hr/english/aboutus.aspx A. INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY  The International Coordinator Maja Kolega MihovilaPavlinovića bb 23 000 Zadar Croatia Tel.: +385 23 200 642 E-Mail: iro_unizd@unizd.hr 

The Academic Calendar

The academic year consists of two semesters:  the first semester runs from the December to the end of January  the second semester runs from the beginning of March to the middle of June Each semester consists of 15 weeks of courses, followed by an examination session during which students have exams for subjects they have studied in that semester. Examination session for the first semester is during February and for the second semester during June/July. Subjects that run in the second semester are not assessed after the first semester and subjects that run in the first semester are not assessed in June/July. I September students can be assessed for subjects they failed during February or June/July. Holidays in Croatia during academic year:  October 8th – Independence day  November 1st – All Saints’ Day  December 25th – Christmas  December 26th – St. Stephen’s Day  January 1st – New Year’s Day  January 6th – Epiphany 34

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Zadar is an ancient European university city. As early as on 14 June 1396 in Dominican monastery in Zadar the university Studiumgeneral, later called UniversitasJadertina was founded. The University of Zadar is the largest fully integrated university in Croatia. There is a total of 6000 students enrolled in the undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate and doctoral studies. There are 515 employees at the University, 365 of them holding scientific-teaching, teaching and assistant titles. The University of Zadar, ranked as a mid-sized university in the European environment, in many aspects of the higher education reform and harmonization with the EU member states is a leader in Croatia. University of Zadar consist of 23 departments with programs whichare organised by three educational divisions:  Professional Bachelors  Academic Bachelors and Masters  PhD programs http://www.unizd.hr/English/InternationalRelationsOffice/ CourseCatalogue/CourseCataloguebyDepartments/tabid/321 6/language/hr-HR/Default.aspx Departments are located in 4 campuses. Today New campus consist of one building for departments and teaching and students dormitory but in the future the building of the New campus will further raise the quality of all the activities and the pedagogical standard. In different stages of building the New campus many facilities are predicted, such as the buildings of the university departments, student dormitories 35

and restaurants, laboratory, practicums and the university library. The developmental study of the „New campus“ of the University of Zadar, in the framework of the project New Lighthouses of the Croatian Adriatic, was made by Studio de Architekten Cie. The New campus area is located in the central part of Zadar, between the city boroughs Višnjik and Jazine II. All Bachelor programmes consist of 180 European credits (ECTS) and on average take three years of full-time study and Master programmes of 120 European credits (ECTS). 

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Admission procedures for exchange students ERASMUS INCOMING STUDENTS are required to send the following documents in English: 1. Completed and signed Application form for Erasmus Incoming Student (the original); 2. Curriculum Vitae (format Europass); 3. Endorsement Letter, completed, signed and stamped by the home university confirming the field of study and level of study (the original); 4. Learning Agreement with proposed programme of study signed by the home institution / Training Agreement with proposed programme of internship signed by both home and host institution (the original); 5. Transcript of records (for bachelor level: transcripts of all bachelor courses taken so far (the original); for master level: bachelor diploma and transcripts of both bachelor and master courses taken so far (the original); for doctoral level: bachelor and master diploma as well as transcripts of bachelor, master and doctoral courses taken so far (the original) 6. Proof of sufficient language skills in language of instruction (please read the language requirements in the part 3.3.);

7. Copy of identity page of the passport; 8. One photo in colour. These documents have to be sent to the following address until June 1 (for winter semester) or December 1 (for summer semester): Sveučilište u Zadru Ured za međunarodnu suradnju MihovilaPavlinovića bb 23 000 Zadar, Croatia 

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International students are usually accommodated in student dormitory or in private apartments. Student dormitory has 94 rooms, 18 of which triple and 76 double rooms and can accommodate 206 students. There are three kitchenettes, two TV rooms, large hall, classroom, computer cabinet, laundry and recreational hall. A student is obligated to pay 485,00 KN (cca. 65 €) for the first month and 405,00 KN (cca. 54€) for each following month. For accomodation in dormitory students should fill the Application Form for Accommodation in Student Dormitory and send it to the e-mail: iro_unizd@unizd.hr. Unfortunately there are only 6 places for the international students at the Students Dormitory and the selection is made on a first-come first-served basis. However, application must reach our office not later than June 1 (for winter semester) and November 15 (for summer semester).

B. INFORMATION ON THE DEPARTMENT 1. The Erasmus departmental co-ordinator Tamara KisovarIvanda Department for Teacher and Preschool Teacher Education University of Zadar FranjeTudmana 24i Zadar Tel:00385 23 345 047 Fax: 00385 23 311 540 Mail: tivanda@unizd.hr 2. The Department The Department for Teacher and Preschool Teacher Education prepares students to become primary school teachers (from 1st till 4th year of elementary school) and nursery and preschool teachers.The departmentoffer exchange students several courses on English language: Teacher Course Seme Study programme ster/ acad. year Josip Zanki, Visual art workshop 1/II Primary teacher docent Josip Zanki, Visual art workshop 2/III Nursery and docent A preschool ed. Josip Zanki, Visual art workshop 2/IV Nursery and docent B preschool ed. Josip Zanki, Visual art workshop I 1/II Primary teacher docent Josip Zanki, Visual art workshop 2/III Primary teacher docent II Josip Zanki, Drawing 1/I Primary teacher docent Josip Zanki, Graphic l 2/III Primary teacher docent

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Exchange students can also choose English courses from other study programs on University of Zadar which list can be found on: http://www.unizd.hr/English/InternationalRelationsOffice/ CourseCatalogue/CourseCataloguebyDepartments/tabid/321 6/language/hr-HR/Default.aspx Foreign students have opportunity to attend a free Croatian language course during the semester (2 hours per week, 2 ECTS). Contact person for the information and registration for the Course is Ms. Nataša Burčul (e-mail: natasa.burcul@unizd.hr, phone: 385(0)23 200 633). More details can be found in International Student Guide: http://www.unizd.hr/Portals/0/ms/pdf/guide/Guide_2013. pdf You’re very welcome!

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE UCC DEPARTMENT OF TEACHER EDUCATION https://ucc.dk/international Erasmus Code DK KOBENHA 56 A. INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY International coordinator Sabine Lam University College UCC – Department of Teacher Education Blaagaard/KDAS Linnesgade 2 DK-1361 Copenhagen Denmark Tel: +45 4189 7558 E-mail: SKL@ucc.dk International secretary Rebekka Gunilla Larsen E-mail: RGL@ucc.dk General description Type of institution University College UCC is situated in the Greater Copenhagen area and enrolls more than 10.000 students in bachelor programmes. We are one of Denmark’s main providers of teacher education and social education. Besides student and staff mobility, UCC is engaged in research & development within the Nordic and European educational institutions. Admission and registration procedures International Coordinators are requested to nominate their students by sending an E-mail to International coordinator Sabine Lam SKL@ucc.dk. Further information and an access

to an online application form will be sent to nominated students. Deadlines for application are May 1st for the 1st semester as well as entire academic year and November 1st for the 2nd semester. Exchange students need to have a good knowledge of the English language, as they will be enrolled in study programmes conducted in English. It will be expected that they are able to participate actively in discussions in classes and group work, read literature as well as formulate written products in English. Information about courses can be found on our website: https://ucc.dk/international/study-ucc/what-can-i-study During you stay in Denmark you will be offered a free Danish Language Course. Accommodation UCC is happy to assist incoming students on Erasmus scholarship with accommodation. We make a great effort to provide accommodation for all incoming Erasmus students but due to housing crisis in the greater Copenhagen area UCC cannot guarantee to provide all students a room. Find more information on: https://ucc.dk/international/study-ucc/accommodation Costs In general, housing in Denmark is on the expensive side. Whether you will find a place to stay on your own or apply for a room through UCC accommodation housing prices on rooms vary between DKK 2500 to 3200 (335 – 425€) per month. If you want to stay in the center of Copenhagen prices are most likely higher. An average student needs approximately DKK 5000 (670€) per month for

accommodation, board, travel expenses, cultural activities etc. Transportation Most incoming students will be accommodated in private homes close to the host institution but travelling time must be calculated. Travelling time up to one hour in the Greater Copenhagen area is not unusual. Cost for transportation can amount up till DKK 1200 (160â&#x201A;Ź) per month. Find more information on: https://ucc.dk/international/study-ucc/accommodation Residence Permit All EU nationals and EEA citizens (from Liechtenstein, Norway and Iceland) can study in Denmark three months without visa. If you stay longer, you have to register before the first three months are up. We strongly recommend students to register straight after arrival, because the registration gives lots of advantages, e.g. access to cheap transportation and free Danish Course http://www.statsforvaltningen.dk/site.aspx?p=6028 Students who are not EU nationals must obtain a residence permit from the Danish Embassy in their native country prior to arrival in Denmark. We will send you the necessary documents as soon as you are admitted. Please be aware, that it may take at least two months to receive visa. http://www.nyidanmark.dk/enus/coming_to_dk/studies/how_to_apply.htm

B. INFORMATION ON THE DEPARTMENT Our department of Teacher Education has to locations: Blaagaard/KDAS, Mørkhøj Parkallé 5, 2860 Søborg https://ucc.dk/international/study-ucc/placesstudy/teacher-education-blaagaard Zahle, Linnesgade 2, 1361 Copenhagen https://ucc.dk/international/study-ucc/placesstudy/teacher-education-zahle We receive exchange students at Department Zahle during autumn semester and at Department Blaagaard/KDAS during spring semester. In summer 2016 both departments will move to a new campus in the center of Copenhagen.

UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN FINLAND (Itä-Suomen yliopisto) http://www.uef.fi/englishindex.html Erasmus ID Code: SF KUOPIO12 A. INFORMATION ON THE INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The Network Coordinator Ms. Helena Hulmi Joensuu Campus Philosophical Faculty School of Applied Educational Sciences and Teacher Training P.O.Box 111 FI-80101 Joensuu Finland tel: +358 - 50 – 442 2425 e-mail: helena.hulmi@uef.fi 2. The Institutional Coordinator

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Ms. Mia Laurila International Student Services Joensuu Campus P.O. Box 111 FI‐80101 Joensuu Finland e-mail: mia.laurila@uef.fi tel. +358 2944 58194 fax +358 13 318 110 3. Academic calendar The Academic Year is based on a two-semester system, two periods each of semester. The official

academic year is from 1 August to 31 July. However, studies in the Autumn Semester start mainly at the end of August and end in mid or late December and in the Spring Semester they start at the beginning of January and end in mid or late May. During the Academic Year 2015-2016, instruction will be given during the following periods: - Autumn Semester: September 1 to December 18, 2015 (Christmas Break: December 19, 2015 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; January 10, 2016) - Spring Semester: January 11 to May 27, 2016 (Easter Break: March 24 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 30, 2016) No teaching is offered during the summer, i.e. from June to August. It is highly recommended that students arrive at the beginning of each semester and participate in the Orientation Programme. The timing: September 1-4, autumn semester 2015, January 11-13, spring semester 2016. More information at the page http://www.uef.fi/documents/10184/67447/Practic al_Guide2015-16_JNS/7b585348-2dee-49ed-9e91b44e28278fe2 4. General description Type of institution The University of Joensuu and the University of Kuopio merged on 1 January 2010 to constitute the University of Eastern Finland. With approximately 15000 students and 2800 members of staff, the University of Eastern Finland is one of the largest

universities in Finland. The university has campuses in the towns of Joensuu, Kuopio and Savonlinna. Faculties, Schools and Departments Faculty of Health Sciences (Kuopio campus) - A.I. Virtanen Institute for Molecular Sciences (including Biotechnology and Molecular Medicine and Neurobiology) - School of Pharmacy - Department of Nursing Science - School of Medicine (including Biomedicine, Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, Clinical Medicine, and Dentistry Faculty of Science and Forestry (Joensuu and Kuopio campus) - Department of Biology (including Ecological Research Institute, Botanical Garden Botania) - Department of Biosciences - Department of Physics and Mathematics - Department of Chemistry - School of Forest Sciences - School of Computing (including Healthcare Information Systems Research and Development Unit) - Department of Environmental Science Faculty of Social Science and Business Studies (Joensuu and Kuopio campus) - Department of Geographical and Historical Studies - Department of Business - Department of Law - Department of Health and Social Management - Department of Social Sciences Philosophical Faculty (Joensuu and Savonlinna Campus) - School of Humanities (including Finnish Language and Cultural Research,

Foreign Languages and Translation Studies) School of Educational Sciences and Psychology (including Special Education, Education, Adult Education and Career Counselling, and Psychology) School of Applied Educational Science and Teacher Education (Joensuu and Savonlinna) School of Theology (Western Theology and Orthodox Theology) University Teacher Training Schools in Joensuu and Savonlinna

For further information about the Faculties, Schools and Departments of the University of Eastern Finland, please see www.uef.fi -> Faculties and Units.

Admission and registration procedures Exchange students are required to register at Student and Learning Services in person. Upon registration, your information will be entered into the student register and you will be given a student number and a user account for the university's IT services (email, WebOodi). Please note that if your study period continues after December, even for one month, you must register as being present for the spring semester also. The following documents are needed upon registration:

 Personal ID (passport or ID cardin English/Latin alphabet)  Registration form  Receipt indicating the payment of the Student Union membership fee Please note that joining the Student Union is highly recommended (for student benefits), but not compulsory for exchange students.The Student Union membership fees are confirmed annually; for the academic year 2015–2016 they are EUR 126 (full academic year) and EUR 65 (for one semester). Students who stay in Finland for less than three months cannot join the Student Union. Forms for the payment of the Student Union membership fee can be obtained from the Student Union office or Student and Learning Services. See also www.uef.fi/studies. When you register at the university, you will get a confirmationof registration. By showing this confirmation, you will get a discount on meals at the campus restaurants and you are entitled to use the services provided by Finnish Student Health Service (FSHS) until you get your student card. You will also get instructions on how to activate your user account for the university’s IT services upon registration Academic requirements ERASMUS students must have completed at least two years of university studies. Language requirements

The language of instruction is mainly Finnish. NonFinnish speakers should have a good command of English. The university offers courses in the Finnish language specially designed for international students. Since the Finnish language is unfamiliar to most exchange students, the University of Eastern Finland offers the following international non-degree programmes taught in English: On the Joensuu Campus exchange students can apply to the following non-degree programmes: • An International Study Programme in Educational Sciences • An International Study Programme in Environmental Science and Forestry • An International Study Programme in Law • An International Study Programme in Social Sciences • An International Study Programme on Karelia, Russia and the Baltic Area • In addition exchange students may take courses from the International Master’s degree programmes in Cultural Diversity, Foreign Languages and Translation Studies, Human Geography, Information Technology (IMPIT) and also follow lectures in other departments. On the Kuopio Campus exchange students can apply to the following non-degree programmes: • Advanced Modern Biochemistry and Molecular Bioinformatics • Business and Management • Clinical Medicine • Environmental Sciences • Health Policy and Management • Information Technology • Pharmacy • Social Work and Social Wellbeing

â&#x20AC;˘ In addition, exchange students may take courses in the International Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree programmes in Atmospheric Sciences and Biogeochemical Cycles, General Toxicology and Environmental Health Risk Assessment, Health Promotion in Nursing Science, Medical Physics and Engineering, Molecular Medicine and Biotechnology, Neurobiology, Public Health/Public Healt Nutrition, Scientific Computing and also follow lectures in other departments. Exchange students are non-degree students who intend to study at any of the campuses of the University of Eastern Finland for one or two semesters. These students participate in bilateral or international student exchange programmes (e.g. Erasmus, FIRST, Campus Europae, ISEP, UNCEP, Nordplus/Nordlys, North-South-South or other bilateral agreements). Exchange student applicants must have completed at least one year of studies at their home university in order to be eligible to enrol at the University of Eastern Finland. 5. Accommodation Student Housing in Joensuu is provided by Student Housing Company Joensuun Elli. (More information: http://www.joensuunelli.fi/eng.) 6. Libraries, sports facilities, student cafeteria and restaurant, transport facilities etc. Please see more information Practical Guide for International Students at the page: http://www.uef.fi/en/studies/practical-guide

7. Health and Insurance (e.g. Social security) In order to be covered by the National Sickness Insurance Scheme (NSI) in Finland students coming from the EU/EEA countries need to have a European Health Insurance Card issued by the local Social Security Office in your home country. EU/EEA citizens are entitled to use the basic public health services on the same basis as Finnish citizens when they are covered by health insurance in their home country and when they have a European Health Insurance Card. All EU/EEA students are advised to obtain the European Health Insurance Card from their home country before arrival in Finland and students should always carry it with them in case of a sudden illness or an accident. Note that citizens of the UK do not need the card for treatment of acute illness or emergency. In addition, students from the Nordic countries do not need the European Health Insurance Card. The students coming from non-EU/EEA countries are required to have insurance already when they apply for the residence permit. Non-EU/EEA citizens are usually not covered by the National Health Insurance unless there is a reciprocal Health Care agreement between your country and Finland (e.g. Australia and Québec). Please be prepared to present a proof of insurance when applying for the residence permit for Finland. Your insurance must cover the whole period of the applied residence permit period and it has to cover the costs of medical treatment. The details of your comprehensive health insurance cover must be attached to your residence permit application. Health services for university students in Finland are provided by the Finnish Student Health Service FSHS (Ylioppilaiden terveydenhoitosäätiö, YTHS in Finnish).

Services available for students include a public-health nurse, dental care, services of a general and/or special practitioner, and mental health care services. Student Union membership entitles you to use the services of any FSHS Centre in Finland. (More information: www.yths.fi/en) Students planning to travel either to Russia or to the Baltic countries during their stay in Finland should have a valid vaccination against tetanus, diphtheria and polio. 8. Student Union membership The Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland (ISYY, isyy.fi/en/) is an independent organisation, although closely linked with the university. The purpose of the Student Union (ISYY) is to promote the rights and interests of both Finnish and international students at the university. Student unions around Finland are working towards making the daily life of students better and negotiating better rights and benefits to all students. In addition, the Student Union (ISYY) arranges a variety of social activities and events on the campus and provides students with affordable sports services. The Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland is also a member of SYL (National Union of Students in Finland, www.syl.fi).The Student Union (ISYY), Joensuu campus Yliopistokatu 7, 80100 Joensuu Haltia building, 2nd floor. Opening hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 10:00â&#x20AC;&#x201C;15:00, Fridays 10:00â&#x20AC;&#x201C;13:00, closed on Wednesdays Tel: +358 50 346 9159 E-mail: toimisto.joensuu(at)isyy.fi; kv.joensuu(at)isyy.fiwww.isyy.fi

The Student Union provides various services for university students. Under the Student Union Act, all undergraduate degree students (completing Bachelor's or Master's degree at the University of Eastern Finland) are required to join the Student Union. Exchange studentsstudying in Finland for longer than three months are welcome to join the Student Union, but are not obliged to do so.You can join the Student Union (ISYY) by paying the membership fee, which is EUR 126/full academic year 2015-2016, and EUR 65/one semester (Autumn semester 2015or Spring semester 2016).Memberships of less than one semester are not possible. 10 good reasons to join the Student Union (ISYY): 1.Student Health Service (FSHS -general, mental and oral health care services) 2.Student discounts(discounts on long distance transportation, discounts at a number of shops, restaurants, etc., student priced meals at the University restaurants) 3.Excellent array of sports services and fitness classes (Sykett채 Sports Programme) 4.Opportunity to hire survival packages, skates, skis, frisbees and other sports equipment 5.ESN activities (trips, parties, cultural events etc.) 6.Student Unionevents(Sports Afternoon, May Day celebration, City Orienteering etc.) 7.Leisure activities (Student Union clubs and sections)

8.Information and advice services in English at the Student Union Office 9.Your interest representative (solving problems related to educational and social affairs) 10.An efficient way to get involved in Finnish student life More information on the Student Union and its services can be found at www.isyy.fi/en/ 9. Cost of living The average cost of living in Finland for a single student varies between 500 and 800 euros per month, depending on personal spending habits. This amount includes accommodation, transportation and meal costs. Living expenses are relatively high in Finland, though comparable to the EU average. 10. Climate, cultural characteristics Finland has four clearly distinguished seasons. Please bring ample supplies of warm clothing for the winter period. If you are interested in winter sports (iceskate, play ice-hockey, cross-country ski etc.) you may wish to bring your equipment along, although it is easy to buy skis and skates in Finland. The International Studies Coordinator will arrange a Finnish host family for you in the Joensuu region in order to help you to get acquainted with Finns and the Finnish way of life.

11. How to get there There is direct train service from both Helsinki and Turku to Joensuu four times a day. It is also possible to fly from Helsinki five times a day. Joensuu airport is only about 11 km from the centre of Joensuu.

Please see more information Practical Guide for International Students at the page: http://www.uef.fi/studies/practical For more information please contact International Studies Coordinator Ms Päivi Haltilahti Tel +348- 50 382 1814, fax +358-13-251 2010 e- mail: international.joensuu@uef.fi B. INFORMATION ON THE FACULTY AND JOENSUU CAMPUS 1. PHILOSOPHICAL FACULTY Operating on the Joensuu and Savonlinna campuses, the Philosophical Faculty trains experts in the fields of education and teaching, languages, culture, psychology and theology. A large proportion of the faculty’s students become teachers and other experts in the field of education. The Savonlinna Campus is focused on early childhood education and teacher training addressing arts and skills in particular. At the Joensuu Campus, the focus of educational sciences is on class and subject teacher education, special education and counseling. Using the most versatile approaches in the fields of education, training, culture and intellectual activity, the core of the faculty’s research focuses on the

individual as a thinking and acting being. The faculty’s research activities have been rated as being of a high international standard. Foreign languages and translation studies, cultural research, and psychology, for example, have gained special recognition. PHILOSOPHICAL FACULTY • Bachelor’s and Master’s degree students 3,847 • Doctoral students 306 • Staff 219 The research approaches in foreign languages and cultural studies address locality, multiculturalism, Russia and the border areas from a variety of different viewpoints. Moreover, the faculty is the only one in Finland and the Nordic Countries offering universitylevel teaching and conducting academic research in the field of Orthodox theology. Schools : • School of Humanities • School of Educational Sciences and Psychology • School of Applied Educational Science and Teacher Education • School of Theology • University Teacher Training Schools in Joensuu and Savonlinna 2. International Study Programmes at the Philosophical Faculty The purpose of the International Study Programmes at the Faculty is to offer exchange students a wide variety of courses to choose from during their relatively short stay (three to four months) in

Joensuu. These are non-degree programmes that is free for all students: There are no course fees. Most of the courses belong to the regular syllabi of the Faculty. The language of instruction is English or Finnish. The courses of the programme are always taught in English if exchange students attend the course. Students may choose courses according to their own interests, out of those available during the exchange period. If students have difficulties in finding relevant courses, they may choose courses taught in Finnish and agree on independent study with the teacher of the course. It is also possible to take courses in the other Faculties or international study programmes. International Student Services will provide more information on the other programmes. The requirements of the studies in this leaflet are given in terms of ECTS. Pre-registration is required for most of the courses. Registration takes place by using registration system on the internet (WebOodi). It is necessary to check the information in WebOodi or on the bulletin board regularly because possible changes in the programme; timetables etc. will be announced there. There are few practical issues to notice: 1) Lecturers usually give more information about the course, timetables, excursions and exams in the first meeting. So it is essentially for students to be present in the first meeting. 2) The number of participants on courses is limited. 3) As a rule, courses will be organised if there are at least 7 participating students. 4) The curricula tend to be changed and updated throughout the academic year, and it is therefore important to check the bulletin boards or WebOodi for the most recent information.

The Faculty offers different programmes for exchange students: 2.1. School of Humanities: • Finnish Culture Study Programme for Exchange Students • Linguistics and Language Technology 2.2. School of Applied Educational Science and Teacher Education: • International Study Programme in Education 2.3. School of Educational Sciences and Psychology: • Education and Adult Education, Special Education, Career Counselling • Psychology Courses for International Exchange Students 2.4. School of Theology: • Approaches to Theology Please, see more information about the courses from the webpage: http://www.uef.fi/filtdk/international-studyprogramme-in-education 2.1 ECTS Coordinator of the Faculty The Coordinator of the Faculty will usually be the contact person of students and academic staff within the faculty and will deal with most practical and academic aspects of the implementation of ECTS.

The coordinator will inform students about ECTS in more practical details; explain the academic recognition procedures and documents (learning agreement, transcript of records) etc. The coordinator will assist the student to structure a programme of studies combining academic requirements with individual interests. Philosophical Faculty, School of Applied Educational Sciences and Teacher Training, Joensuu Campus: Ms. Helena Hulmi, Senior Lecturer E-mail: helena.hulmi@uef.fi, tel: + 358- 50- 442 2425 Savonlinna Campus: Ms. P채ivi Peltoper채, Departmental Secretary E-mail:paivi.peltopera@uef.fi, tel.: + 358- 50 437 2888 3. Joensuu Campus The Joensuu Campus is compact, easy to access and accessible. The campus is home to nearly 8,000 degree students, so be prepared for a lively atmosphere and corridors filled with happy chatter. The campus is located right by the city centre, making it easy to pop out to run errands even during the day. In Joensuu, many services for students ranging from student health care to services offered by the Student Union are available right on campus. The Teacher Training School is also located on campus. The Joensuu Campus boasts excellent facilities for independent study, and the many cafeterias and campus restaurants offer lunch and snacks to be enjoyed in the midst of studying. Joensuu Joensuu is known as the home of Ilosaarirock Festival and as a Fairtrade City. Sometimes the city is even

referred to as the Forestry Capital of Europe. Joensuu is the second largest city in eastern Finland and the 12th largest city in the country. About 75,000 people live in Joensuu, and every third inhabitant is under 30 years of age. Joensuu is a place where a peaceful environment meets a rich offering of culture and hobby opportunities. The beautiful scenery and the unspoilt lakes and rivers offer almost endless possibilities for sports and recreation. Indeed, Joensuu is home to approximately one hundred different sports clubs. The city's vivid selection of theatre and music, on the other hand, constitutes excellent food for the soul. Around Ilosaarirock Festival in July, the streets of Joensuu are crowded with happy festival goers, while the darkening days of autumn are brightened up by Rokumentti Rock Film Festival. Welcome to Joensuu and to the University of Eastern Finland!

ECOLE SUPERIEURE DU PROFESSORAT ET DE L’EDUCATION TOULOUSE - MIDI-PYRÉNÉES http://ent.univ-tlse2.fr/

INFORMATION ON THE INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The International Relations Office E.S.P.E. 56, Avenue de l’U.R.S.S. F-31078 TOULOUSE Cedex e-mail office: iufm.relations.internationales@univ-tlse2.fr Mr. François MAIPLE International Relations Director e-mail: francois.maiple@univ-tlse2.fr Mrs. Carol SERRURIER-ZUCKER Student Mobility Coordinator Tel.: +33 (0)5 62 25 22 42 e-mail: carol.serrurier@univ-tlse2.fr Mrs. Laureline CARO-NARDARI International Relations Administrator Tel.: +33 (0)5 62 25 20 65 Fax: +33 (0)5 62 25 20 68 e-mail: laureline.caro@univ-tlse2.fr

2. Academic calendar Start: September 2nd 2013, and there will be an induction meeting for Erasmus students on the 18th September at 14h00. End of courses: April 25th 2014 (exams and dissertation vivas in May and June). Holidays for 2013 – 2014 October 26th to November 3rd (inclusive) Fall holiday December 21st to January 5th Christmas holiday March 1st to 9th Winter holiday th th April 26 to May 11 Spring holiday

3. General description Type of institution The E.S.P.E. Toulouse Midi-Pyrénées is a public institution under the supervision of the Ministry of National Education and Research for Higher Education. It trains students, holders of at least a bachelors degrees (Baccalaureat + 3), to become Primary or Secondary school teachers. The E.S.P.E. are also involved in in-service training of teachers in their educational district. In addition to the three main campuses in Toulouse, the E.S.P.E. has filial departments in the following cities: Albi, Auch, Cahors, Foix, Montauban, Rodez and Tarbes.

TOULOUSE:

 E.S.P.E. / URSS (St AGNE): 56, avenue de l'URSS - 31078 TOULOUSE CEDEX Tel: +33 5 62 25 20 00 - Fax: +33 5 62 25 20 68 (Head office, International Relations Bureau)  E.S.P.E. / MURET: 181, Avenue de Muret - 31076 TOULOUSE CEDEX Tel.: + 33 5 62 25 20 00 - Fax: +33 5 62 25 21 19 (General Training Department and Fine Arts, Arts, Languages and Human Sciences Department).  E.S.P.E. / RANGUEIL: 118, Route de Narbonne - 31077 TOULOUSE CEDEX Tel.: +33 5 62 25 20 00 - Fax: +33 5 62 25 21 58 (Sciences and Industrial Studies Department). 65

E.S.P.E. SITES IN OTHER CITIES IN THE ACADEMIE de TOULOUSE:

 ALBI Director of the site: Prof. Hélène MAIGNIAL 1, Rue de l'Ecole Normale - 81000 ALBI Tel: +33 5 63 48 14 60 - Fax: +33 5 63 38 14 99 e-mail: helene.maignial@univ-tlse2.fr  AUCH Director of the site: Prof. Francis ROCA 24, Rue d'Embaquès - 32000 AUCH Tel: +33 5 62 05 45 91 - Fax: +33 5 62 05 82 23 e-mail: francis.roca@univ-tlse2.fr

 CAHORS Director of the site: Prof. Jean-Luc MORDWA 273, Ave. Martin - BP 282 - 46000 CAHORS CEDEX Tel: +33 5 65 23 46 05 - Fax: +33 5 65 30 14 26 e-mail: jean-luc.mordwa@univ-tlse2.fr  FOIX Director of the site: Prof. Jean-Yves LENA 4, Avenue Raoul Lafagette - 09000 FOIX Tel: +33 5 61 02 19 71 - Fax: +33 5 61 02 89 96 e-mail: jean-yves.lena@univ-tlse2.fr  MONTAUBAN Director of the site: Prof. François MAIPLE 76, Bd Montauriol - 82017 MONTAUBAN Tel: +33 5 63 03 81 81 - Fax: +33 5 63 66 34 11 e-mail: manuel.mesquita@univ-tlse2.fr  RODEZ Director of the site: Prof. Jacques MONTOYA 12, Rue Sarrus - 12000 RODEZ Tel: +33 5 65 68 03 43 - Fax: +33 5 65 68 29 70 e-mail:jacques.montoya@univ-tlse2.fr  TARBES Director of the site: Mr Serge MIAS 3, Rue Lautréamont - BP 1625 - 65016 TARBES CEDEX Tel: +33 5 62 44 23 30 - Fax: +33 5 62 44 23 44 e-mail: serge.mias@iniv-tlse2.fr 4. Short history and organisation of studies. In September 1991, thirty-one IUFMs were created in France from the Ecoles Normales which trained teachers in order to cope with the increasing need for new teachers. In 2008, the IUFMs were integrated into the university of the academy in

which they are situated. The IUFM Midi-Pyrénées became part of the Université de Toulouse II - le Mirail. This year a new ministerial reform is being put into action and the IUFMs are all being renamed E.S.P.E. (Ecoles supérieures du professorat et de l’éducation). The E.S.P.E. Toulouse Midi-Pyrénées which will come into existence on the 1st September 2013 will henceforth be part of the greater Université de Toulouse. Toulouse University ranks second in France with more than 100 000 students. Of them, 1670 were at the I.U.F.M. MidiPyrénées in 2010-2011 in the 1st and 2nd years of the different Masters of Education, Teaching and Training. In 2010-2011, the system of teacher training underwent a major change to be brought in line with European standards. Students wishing to become teachers need a bachelor degree to enter the E.S.P.E., where they prepare a two-year master degree in addition to the teaching qualification for their particular specialisation. Masters degrees - les Masters Métiers de l’Enseignement, de l’Education et de la Formation: 1. Master mention M.E.E.F. premier degré to become a primary school teacher; 2. Master mention M.E.E.F. second degré in the subject of their specialisation to become a secondary school teacher 3. Master mention M.E.E.F.encadrement éducatif to train for a non-teaching school post in charge of pupil behaviour (conseiller principal d’éducation).

Teaching qualification – les concours: In addition to the master degree, students have to obtain the relevant teaching qualification and the E.S.P.E. provide courses for: -

the CRPE, the qualifying examination for civil service primary school teachers; the CAPES, the qualification for secondary school teachers, or the AGREGATION; the CAPET to teach in a technical high school; the CAPLP2 to teach in a vocational high school; the CPE qualification is needed to be a conseiller principal d’éducation.

During their first year, in addition to their master courses, students prepare for and sit their competitive recruitment examination (concours). During the second year of their master, they complete their courses, spend part of their week in school placements in charge of pupils and complete a master’s thesis. 5. Foreign students Foreign students wishing to study in Toulouse can take courses in their subject(s) of choice at the University of Toulouse and/or courses in pedagogy and didactics at the E.S.P.E. Academic Requirements You have to be registered as a student in one of the participating institutions and it would be best if you have an equivalent level of studies to that of our students, that is to say approximately 3 or 4 years of higher education. Linguistic Requirements

As all courses are taught in French, an adequate knowledge of the French language is necessary (level B2 of the CECRL). However, in the Department of Modern Foreign Languages which belongs to the “Unité de Formation Arts, Lettres, Langues”, some courses are taught in English, German or Spanish. French as a Foreign Language courses are available at the University of Toulouse - Le Mirail in two formats: free educational courses for teachers in French as a Foreign Language (very high level) or French as Foreign Language for non-native-speakers of French. See the international office to apply. 6. How to get to the E.S.P.E. Main site and International Relations Office (56, Avenue de l’URSS) By plane: There are direct flights from Paris and from some other European cities such as: Athens, Brussels, Copenhagen, Dublin, Frankfurt, Geneva, London, Madrid, Milan, Munich, and Stockholm. If you arrive by plane:  Take the shuttle "navette: Aerocar" from Toulouse Blagnac Airport to the City Center and stop at the metro station Compans Caffarelli (or Jeanne d’Arc or Jean Jaurès). Departure from airport every 20 minutes (15 to 20 minutes drive)  Then take the metro direction Ramonville (line B), stop at the station Saint-Agne/SNCF. The main site of the E.S.P.E.is immediately to your right when you exit the metro station. By train: From Paris, there are many trains directly (6 hours) or TGV via Bordeaux (5 hours). At the station Toulouse-Matabiau, take the metro direction Basso Cambo (line A) and change to line B at Jean Jaurès (next station). Take the direction Ramonville (line B), stop

at the station Saint-Agne/SNCF. The main site of the E.S.P.E. is immediately to your right when you exit the metro station. Avenue de Muret site: From the city centre, take bus N° 12, stop at "Bénézet". The E.S.P.E. is at N° 181 avenue de Muret. (tram-lines are being laid along avenue de Muret and as of 2014, this site should be accessible by tram). Rangueil site: Take the metro, direction Ramonville, stop at Université Paul Sabatier. The E.S.P.E. is on the university campus. 7. Admission and Registration Procedures Upon arrival at the E.S.P.E. you should provide: - The document proving that you are an ERASMUS student from your university - The student card from your University of origin - A valid passport - Two passport photos - Proof of insurance cover All ERASMUS students must report to the: International Relations Office Laurelyne Caro 56 Avenue de l'URSS 31078 Toulouse Cedex Tel: +33 5 62 25 20 65 Fax: +33 5 62 25 20 68 Monday to Thursday 9.00 am to 4.30 pm: for practical information about their stay and help with their registration. The Registration Department secretary will provide them with a student card to be used for the E.S.P.E. Restaurants, for public libraries and for student discounts in cinemas and museums.

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Accommodation

The E.S.P.E. may be able to help with accommodation in a student hall in Toulouse, but few rooms are available. The price is 226 euros per month (prices at the 1st September 2013) all included. A deposit is required upon arrival (226 euros). However reservations must be made several months before your arrival. The price is 226 euros regardless of whether you arrive after the beginning of the month (or leave before the end of a month). Independent Accommodation You may find accommodation on the private market but in that case you must realise that the rent is higher than for a room in a student hostel unless you share with another student (for that you have to contact the international office as soon as possible). You may also be able to find accommodation with a family with the Centre Régional des Oeuvres Universitaires (CROUS) http://www.crous-toulouse.fr/logements-chez-lesparticuliers We ask you to PLEASE let the International Relations office know if you decide not to take (or to leave) the student accommodation which has been found for you as there is always a list of students waiting for a room. 

Libraries, Sports Facilities, Student Cafeteria & Restaurant

With your E.S.P.E. student card you are entitled to use:  the various facilities offered by all E.S.P.E. libraries or by University libraries  sports facilities: volleyball, basketball, football, rugby, mountain biking, fun-board, skiing, dance, rock, swimming, badminton, squash, etc.  other activities: photography, choir, theatre.

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E.S.P.E. cafeterias. Price for a meal : approx 3 euros

Transport Facilities In Toulouse it is easy to get around, using either the underground, tram or buses. Tickets can be bought from the TISSEO:

ESPACE TRANSPORT 7 Place Esquirol 31000 Toulouse - a card for one month = 43,80 euros - a card of 10 journeys = 9,40 euros - a reduction card = 8 euros + 2 photos + student card. 

Residence Permit

Citizens of EU countries can enter France without a visa or residence permit. 

Health & Insurance

Remember to obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) from the health service in your own country and bring it with you. A proof of student accommodation multi-risk insurance is needed by the student hall as well as civil liability insurance translated (if necessary) into French or English. The civil liability insurance can be purchased in Toulouse on arrival for around 16 euros. 

Cost of Living

Living costs are relatively high in France. Students will need approximately 615 euros per month.

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Climate, Cultural Characteristics

The climate in Toulouse is of the Mediterranean type: rather mild in winter and hot in the summertime. Toulouse is situated equidistant from the sea and from the mountains (around 200 km). An easy train journey will take you to impressive historic locations like Carcassonne or Albi. In winter and springtime (till around Easter) you can go skiing in many Pyrenean ski resorts. Numerous cultural activities take place in Toulouse, all year long.

UNIVERSITÄT HILDESHEIM www.uni-hildesheim.de A. INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The Network Coordinator Dr. Yvonne Rechter Universität Hildesheim Universitätsplatz 1 D-31141 Hildesheim Tel. +49 (0)5121 883 10180 Fax +49 (0)5121 883 10181 E-Mail: yvonne.rechter@unihildesheim.de Prof. Dr. Stefani Brusberg-Kiermeier Instituts für englische Sprache und Literatur Bühler-Campus Lübecker Straße 3 D-31141 Hildesheim Tel. +49 (0)5121 883-30502 Fax +49 (0)5121 883 -30500 E-Mail: brusberg@uni-hildesheim.de www.uni-hildesheim.de

2. The International Office Dr. Marit Breede Universität Hildesheim Universitätsplatz 1 D- 31141 Hildesheim Tel.: +49 (0)5121 883 92002 Fax: +49 (0)5121 883 92003 E-Mail: breede@uni-hildesheim.de Ulrike Baedecker-Zimmermann (responsible for incoming students) Tel.: +49 (0)5121 883 92006 Fax: +49 (0)5121 883 92007 E-Mail: baezi@uni-hildesheim.de 3. The Academic Calendar Each Academic Year has two semesters, a winter and a summer semester. In general, the winter semester starts in mid-October and ends in mid-February. The summer semester usually begins in mid-April and ends in mid-July. Academic Year 2015/2016 Winter semester: 01.10.2015 - 31.03.2016 ERASMUS Orientation Days: 05.10.2015 - 18.10.2015 (Participation mandatory!) Orientation Days: 12.10.2015 – 18.10.2015 Beginning of classes: 19.10.2015 Christmas break: 21.12.2015 – 01.01.2016 Study period: 01.04.2016 – 31.07.2016 Summer semester: 01.04.2016 – 30.09.2016 ERASMUS Orientation Days: 21.03.2016 – 03.04.2016 (Participation mandatory!) Beginning of classes: 04.04.2016 Excursion week: 17.05. – 20.05.2016Study period: 01.04.2016 – 31.07.2016

4. General Description The university has four main departments:  Educational and Social Science (Erziehungs- und Sozialwissenschaften)  Arts, Aesthetics and Cultural Studies Cultural Studies and Aesthetic Communication (Kulturwissenschaften und Ästhetische Kommunikation)  Information and Communication Sciences (Sprach- und Kommunikationswissenschaften).  Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Economics and Informatics (Mathematik, Naturwissenschaften, Wirtschaft und Informatik) The University of Hildesheim has a total of about 6,000 students. Of the about 350 foreign students, approx. 30 % are exchange students. The course “Primary and Secondary School Teacher Education” is the oldest at the University of Hildesheim, which originally started as a College for Educational Science in 1970 and was upgraded and diversified into a university in 1978. Now, with over 1000 students, the course also has the most students. In Hildesheim, teachers are trained for primary school (Grundschule) and secondary school (Hauptschule, Realschule, Gesamtschule) education. The city of Hildesheim with its 100,000 inhabitants is a charming town situated in the middle of Germany near Hannover (about 30 km to the north with an aerport). 5. Admission and registration procedures The International Office of your home university will give you our application form for exchange students. Please send it to the International Office of Hildesheim University together with two passport photographs. The deadline to do the nomination is the following:  Winter semester and full year students: June 1st

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Summer semester students: December 1st

The deadline for the students to do the online application is the following:  Winter semester and full year students: June 15th  Summer semester students: December 15th The printed and signed version of the student application + photos must be in Hildesheim not later than:  Winter semester and full year students: July 1st  Summer semester students: January 1st We ask you to notify us immediately by phone or email if you can’t come to Hildesheim for any reason. At the end of July, if you are coming for the winter semester, or at the end of January if you are coming for the summer semester, you will receive a letter from the International Office with all the important information you will need for your stay in Hildesheim. Along with appointments and events (e.g. matriculation, opening a bank account, excursions) which take place during the orientation days, you will also find two important addresses in this infoletter: The address of where you will be staying in Hildesheim (see 8. Accommodation) Here you find out where, and with whom, you are going to be staying in Hildesheim. Depending on your accommodation you are required to fill out and sign the accompanying rental agreement or make contact with your landlord. Should there be any problems or questions from your end, or from the landlord’s, feel free to ask the International Office for help. Initial Help from Hildesheim Students

In order to help you to get off to the best possible start, the International Office makes every effort to find for every Erasmus student a Hildesheim student, who will look after you in the first few weeks in Hildesheim. They should be your contact in Hildesheim, along with the International Office, especially for everyday problems. 6. Academic requirements Exchange student status within Erasmus 7. Language requirements The Education courses are taught mainly in German, but not exclusively. Courses are available in Spanish, French and English in other departments. All seminars and tutorials given by the English Department (Institut für englische Sprache und Literatur) are in English. The English Department has a policy of Total (English) Immersion, both in class and during one-to-one student consultations. Contacts for the English Department are Janet McLaughlin at “mclaughl@uni-hildesheim.de” and Heidi Schorr at “schorr@uni-hildesheim.de”. The Intercultural Communication and Translation departments also offer courses in English. 8. Accommodation In the application form you will also be asked about your preferences regarding your accommodation in Hildesheim. The International Office will make every effort to meet the accommodation requirements for all students applying. All rooms that are arranged through us cost a maximum of 300 Euros per month come furnished and are near the university (no more than a 20-minute bus ride away).

In principle there are 2 different options which you can choose from: - Halls of Residence This is a building where only students live. The hall is run by an organisation which you pay your rent to. Depending on the hall, you will be sharing a various-sized kitchen and bathrooms/showers with between 3 and 12 other students. - Private Flats Just like halls of residence, you would be living together with other students (normally between 2 and 5) and sharing a kitchen and a bathroom with them. These flats are private and you would pay rent to the flat’s landlord.These rooms are mainly offered by German students, who themselves are spending time abroad, this is known as “Zwischenmiete“ or sub-letting. 9. University facilities The University offers a large library, an excellent mediotheque and a computer centre. Food and drinks are available in a university restaurant. On the main campus there is also an upmarket restaurant, a student café and a small shopping centre with a supermarket and a cheap Italian restaurant. In the sports building and on the university campus you can take part in a large number of sports free of charge and without having to enrol beforehand. The programme is publicly displayed. The swimming pool is open for all at certain times.

10. Health and insurance If you are covered for medical insurance under EU regulations, then make sure that you bring your International Health Insurance Card. 11. Cost of living Generally you could assume on needing about 700 Euros to live on per month. From this you can pay your rent, food and other everyday items.  In the first month in Hildesheim, you will incur expenditure on such things as:  First month’s rent. (max. 290 Euros)  Possibly a deposit for the room as well, usually 1 month’s rent. (This is the case for all those living in university halls.)  Matriculation fees incl. a very good RAILCARD and BUSCARD (Appr. 260 Euros). Various personal items such as a bike, a television, money for trips, books etc. Please consider these costs when you are making your financial plans at home and think about the most economical way to transfer your money to Germany. Of course, you could transfer money to a German bank account. However, this will incur bank charges. 12. Climate, cultural characteristics The climate is cold in winter and mild to warm from MarchOctober. The city of Hildesheim and its environs offer you various lovely places for leisure activities (e.g. bicycling in the summer or winter skiing in the Harz Mountains). In the city itself you will find it reassuring to know that friends, pubs, cafes, the theatre, cinemas, supermarkets and naturally the university are more often than not within an easy distance by bike or even on foot.

For those who want to do something at night, after classes, the town has a rich cultural life. There is something for everyone here – the “Stadttheater“ with plays, musicals, ballet, operettas and opera, the “Kulturfabrik“ with theatre and small art events. On the other hand, those who enjoy older and more traditional art can still get their money’s worth in Hildesheim as there are two of UNESCO’s protected churches here, the ancient St. Michaelis Church and the Cathedral, in whose inner courtyard you can find the 1000-year-old rosebush, which is the symbol of Hildesheim. 13. How to get there By Bus / Europe Bus or Rail By Bus, you will probably arrive in Hannover at the Central Bus Station, right next to the Central Station (Hauptbahnhof). The best way to get to Hildesheim, then, is by rail (Deutsche Bahn). There is an hourly rail service to Hildesheim. Rail services and train timetables are also presented online at www.bahn.de. If you are coming by rail and you can’t get a through train to Hildesheim, Hannover Central Station is the best place to aim for, and you can get a connection to Hildesheim from there as described above. By Plane The nearest airport is Hannover-Langenhagen). The best way to get from the airport to Hildesheim is to travel by S-Bahn to Hannover Central Station and change there to Hildesheim (see above). By Car Hildesheim is on the A7 motorway (Hamburg – Hannover Würzburg), about 30 km south of Hannover: exit at

‘Hildesheim’, then follow signs in the direction of the university. For more information do not hesitate to contact our International Office or look at our homepage https://www.uni-hildesheim.de/en/io/incomings/ B. INFORMATION ON THE DEPARTMENT 1. The Erasmus departmental coordinator Dr. phil. Yvonne Rechter Universität Hildesheim Universitätsplatz 1 D- 31141 Hildesheim Tel: +49 (0)5121 888 10180 Fax: +49 (0)5121 883 10181 E-Mail: yvonne.rechter@uni-hildesheim.de 2. The Department The different departments in the Teacher Education course are in all four faculties of the University of Hildesheim. Faculty I (Education / Teacher Education and Social Sciences). Here it is possible to study Basic Educational Science (General Educational Science, School Educational Science) and Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science and the teaching subjects General Studies (including the subsidiary subjects, History, Politics), Sport, Protestant and Catholic Theology. In Faculty II it is possible to study the subjects Art, Philosophy and Music (Cultural Communication, Aesthetics and Applied Arts), in

Faculty III English and German (Information- and Communication Sciences) and in Faculty IV Labour & Management/Economy, Geography, Mathematics, Biology, Physics and Chemistry (Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Economy and Informatics). Key elements of teacher training in Hildesheim are the extremely intensive and demanding in-school practical work, which has proved its worth over more than 30 years, the good integration of subject science content and didactic content and the international orientation (European exchange programme). As a result of the individual treatment they receive, many Hildesheim students are able to pass the first state examination within the standard number of semesters and are, according to the Wissenschaftsrat (Science Council), among the best in Germany. Certificates (1) Certificates on the successful attendance of classes on the basis of course results are normally obtained by doing a private study project, giving a paper or sitting an oral examination. A course result requires an assessed - not necessarily graded â&#x20AC;&#x201C; individual achievement of the student in question. (2) Certificates for the successful attendance of classes can be given as follows: a) as a special certificate for classes with a minimum duration of one semester b) as a special certificate for thematically connected lectures with a duration of two semesters (lecture and/or seminar and/or practical study period) or for thematically connected lectures taking place during one semester

(central class accompanied by at least one practice course or practical study period or colloquium) with a minimum volume of 4 SWS. 3. Credits Students can acquire credit points for all course results. Basic conversion table for course results: Attendance of a 1-hour class 0.5 credits Examination requirement / qualified certificate 2.5 credits Example of credits received: Regular attendance of a two-hour class (2x 45 min. per week / semester = 2 SWS) is worth one credit. If students are given a certificate on agreement with the lecturer, they can obtain 2.5 additional credits. This means that attending a class and obtaining a certificate for a certain achievement is worth a total of 3.5 credits. C. COURSE UNITS There is a whole range of new courses available each semester in educational science and in individual subjects. Basic courses that are often repeated will probably have been completed by students at their home universities. A variety of school visits can be made available. Please feel free to contact us if there are further questions. We are looking forward to meet you!

KÖLCSEY FERENC TEACHER TRAINING institute of Debrecen Reformed Theological University www.drhe.hu A.INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTE AND HOST COUNTRY 1. Network Coordinator Kőszeghy Attila Department of Languages Kölcsey Ferenc Teacher Training Institute Kalvin ter 16. 4016. Debrecen, Hungary Tel: 36-52-518-553 E-mail: attilakoszeghy@gmail.com 2. International Office Szegeczkiné Máté Éva International Coordinator Debrecen Reformed Theological University Kalvin ter 16. 4016. Debrecen, Hungary Tel: 36-52-511-949 E-mail: szegeczki.eva@drhe.hu 3. AcademicCalendar The Academic Year consists of two semesters, one starting in early September, the other starting in early February. The semesters go on for thirteen weeks, with a week‟s holiday in October or November and a week‟s holiday at Easter, and end in mid-December and mid-May respectively.

4. General Description Type of the Institution KĂślcsey Ferenc Teacher Training Institute of the Debrecen Reformed Theological University trains students to become teachers in the lower primary classes (from 6 to 12 years of age of pupils). Primary schools are from 6 to 14 years of age in Hungary, teachers are trained in two types of colleges, one for the lower primary grades and another type for the upper ones. History and Present KĂślcsey Ferenc Teacher Training Institute of the Debrecen Reformed Theological University is heir to the legacy of one of the oldest teacher training colleges in Hungary. The College of the Reformed Church was already training teachers as early as the mid-16th century. Today the Institute has a student population of about 700 students, and a faculty of 30 teacher trainers. The main area of regular education for full-time students at the institute is teacher training with different fields of interest (e.g. specializing in mathematics, visual arts, English language, etc.) in the focus of their education. There are nine departments, most of which have smaller working units, as for example within the Department of Languages there are sections for the English and the German languages separately. Courses Available The language of education is Hungarian, but a certain number of courses are taught in English and German at the University. A small group of students specializing in teaching English as a foreign language receive education in English in a bigger part of their training time. In their curriculum among others there are courses on English Grammar and Usage Spoken English Usage Writing in English English Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Literature Contemporary British Society Contemporary British Literature Modern American Society

Modern American Literature Intercultural communication Methodology of TEFL Practical training has been a key issue in teacher training and the University has its own links to primary schools where teacher trainees can apply their knowledge of methodologies of different subjects. There is also a monthly magazine written and edited by students, published by the University. . Academic requirement Exchange student status within Erasmus or Socrates programmes. Admission and Registration Please contact the International Coordinator(see address above) during the term preceding the one you are planning to study here. All registration documents and information will be provided by her. 5. How to Get There Budapest, the capital city of Hungary has the largest international airport in the country with most international air companies running flights there. On landing at Liszt Ferenc Airport Terminal Two one heading to Debrecen is supposed to take bus no. 200 and get off at the bus stop called Ferihegy Airport Railway Station towards the city centre. At the railway station you can buy your train ticket in a tiny ticket office (no card, only cash) and you can board trains towards Debrecen. Trains between Budapest and Debrecen run hourly from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Debrecen has a very small airport that services international flights from a few destinations only.) 6. Costs and Accomodation Hungary has its own currency (Forint, abbr. HUF) whose exchange rate currently is appr. 300 to one Euro. Food, transportation, and services are relatively inexpensive compared to any western European countries. Student dormitory prices, for example, vary between a hundred and two hundred Euros per month depending on the facilities of the room. Ten Euros can easily cover the costs of a onedish-meal with one drink in a restaurant. A simple dry haircut costs about

five Euros. A loaf of bread is under one Euro, while a litre of milk is around 70 Eu cents. Students have an option of choosing between a students dormitory accomodation or renting a private flat (sharing it with fellow students or on their own). Dormitory accommodations involve sharing room and facilities with two or more fellow students. 7. Library, Meals, Transport The University has its own historic library which is situated in the same building. The University has a small canteen where, lunch, and dinner are available at meal times; sandwiches, coffee, and refreshments are available while the canteen is open.

FROEBEL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION www.froebel.ie A.

INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY

The network coordinator Mรกire Nic an Bhaird Irish Department Froebel College of Education, Sion Hill, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, Ireland. Tel: +353 1 2000165 Fax: +353 1 288 0618 E-Mail: patricia.kennon@froebel.ie

Academic calendar Erasmus students must arrive in Dublin in time for the group orientation session on the morning of the last Friday in August. All Erasmus students must begin their study at Froebel College in the first semester from 31st August. Erasmus students may study for 4 months from September to December inclusive or for 6 months from September to March inclusive.

General description Location Froebel College is situated in a residential area, on the coast about 8 km south of the city centre. It is served by a rapid rail service (Dart) and a frequent bus service. Trinity College is situated in the city centre. Type of institution

The Froebel College of Education is a Primary Teacher Training College which offers a B.Ed. degree in association with Trinity College Dublin. Froebel Education is associated with progressive child-centred education. It seeks to foster quality teaching and learning, creativity, integration and sound practical classroom management in primary teaching. Students attend lectures on campus in Froebel College from Monday to Friday. Students have full student access to library and recreational facilities in both Froebel College and TCD. History The Froebel College of Education is under the trusteeship of the Dominican sisters. It was started in Belfast and moved to Sion Hill in 1943. Since then it has educated hundreds of teachers for service all over the world. It has been a powerful influence for change in all areas of the curriculum in primary schools in Ireland. There are at present about 350 undergraduate and postgraduate students and 30 full and part-time staff in the College. Admission and registration procedures Post two completed student exchange application forms with 2 passport photos to be received by the International Office at Trinity College by 1st June and also one completed application form with 1 photo to be received by Máire Nic an Bhaird at Froebel College by 1st June. Application forms may be found in the “International Programmes” section of the Froebel College website. You must register in Trinity College at the start of the lecturing term in order to receive a student card, which entitles you to access to libraries and student societies. It is recommended that students should obtain an International Student Card before leaving their home institution. Academic and linguistic requirements Ireland has two official languages: Gaeilge (Irish) and English. References to 'native speakers' therefore need to be clarified as one could be a native speaker of either or both languages. Irish is

an essential part of the education programme. We would hope that exchange students would learn some Gaeilge while at Froebel College. However, all courses at Froebel College and Trinity College, with the exception of Irish, are taught in English. A good oral and written knowledge of the English language is therefore necessary. 4.

Accommodation Froebel College does not possess student halls of residence, and therefore cannot provide accommodation to Erasmus students. While you are looking for somewhere to live you may have to stay in temporary accommodation such as Youth Hostel / Budget accommodation or Bed and Breakfast (B& B) accommodation. You can also look for, and reserve, temporary accommodation on the Dublin Tourist Office Website at www.ireland.ie After arrival in Dublin, students seeking off-campus accommodation should read through the accommodation advertisements in all the Dublin newspapers: The Irish Times, The Irish Independent and The Evening Herald. Purchase the newspaper and begin making phone calls and setting up appointments to view rooms as early as possible in the day. Areas close to Froebel College in County Dublin are Blackrock, Booterstown, Mount Merrion, Stillorgan and Dun Laoghaire. The following websites are also useful for finding accommodation in shared houses, appartments etc in Dublin: www.daft.ie www.findahome.ie www.myhome.ie www.unison.ie

Facilities There is a library in Froebel College. Opening hours 9am-6pm.

The Trinity College library houses a comprehensive collection of books and journals in all subject areas including Education. Opening hours 9am-9pm. The Froebel College canteen provides for lunch and coffee. There are a number of reasonable restaurants etc. in the Blackrock area. Membership of all college clubs and societies is open to you. Some are in the Froebel College, many on the T.C.D. campus and some others, water sports in particular, are located elsewhere. Meals Lunch can be taken in the College Canteen, Tuesday-Friday only (College Canteen does not open at week-ends). There are also supermarkets, coffee-shops and restaurants close-by in the Blackrock area. 6.

Health and insurance (e.g. social security) Erasmus students coming to study at Froebel College are strongly advised to arrange health insurance for their stay in Dublin. Students from EU Member States are eligible to apply for the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), which recently replaced the E111 and E128 health certificates. Students should obtain this EHIC card from their own health authorities before departure, as this is more difficult to arrange after arrival in Ireland. However, possession of a European Health Insurance Card (without also possessing a medical card in Ireland) only covers you for emergencies and does not entitle you to the full range of benefits which you would receive with a medical card. EU students are entitled to a medical card while studying in Ireland. This medical card, which can be obtained from the local Health Service Executive in Dublin (Health Centre Headquarters, Vergemount Hall, Clonskeagh, Dublin 6, opening hours 9.00 to 1.00 and 2.15 to 5.00 Monday to Friday, tel: +353

1 269 8222) entitles students to free health care, including visits to the local doctor, all necessary in-patient and outpatient treatment in public hospitals and drugs and treatment prescribed. If you obtain a medical card, you should ensure that the doctor in your area, with whom you are registering, is a member of the GMS (General Medical Service) scheme. Information on your entitlements as a visitor to Ireland under the EHIC system are given on the website www.ehic.ie Health Insurance for Non-EU Nationals It is strongly recommended that non-EU nationals coming to UCD should have private medical insurance. Students should ensure that the private medical insurance which they have obtained in their own country is valid in Ireland. However, under Irish law, non-EU students who will be resident in Ireland for a minimum of one year are eligible for public hospital treatment under the same conditions as an Irish citizen, though non-EU students staying less than one year are not. Alternatively, you may wish to obtain Private Health Insurance from one of the following schemes BUPA Ireland 12 Fitzwilliam Square, Dublin 2 Tel: +353-1-662-7662 or 1890-700-890 (if calling within Ireland) or The Voluntary Health Insurance Board (VHI) VHI House, 20 Abbey Street Lower, Dublin 1 Tel: +353-1-872-4499 Please note that medical cover does not begin immediately with these insurance schemes (BUPA and VHI). There is a "waiting period" of 26 weeks. Therefore, neither of these schemes are recommended to students coming to Froebel College for short periods such as a stay of three months Do I need a work permit to work in Ireland? International students do not need work permits to be able to work in Ireland. EU students are treated in the same manner as Irish citizens while Non-EU students are currently entitled to work up to 20

hours part-time per week and to work full-time during vacation periods. Although you may be entitled to work up to 20 hours per week we would advise you not to rely on having to work while you are here. Pursuing a course of study is very demanding and parttime work might affect your studies. All employees in Ireland need to have a PPS NUMBER (like a social security number) for tax purposes. Therefore if you are looking for a job you must apply for a PPS number. Applying for a PPS Number Applications are made through your local Social Welfare Office. You can find where your nearest Social Welfare Office is by looking in the Golden Pages directory under the heading 'Government Department - Department of Social and Family Affairs'. It is advisable to phone beforehand to make sure you are going to the correct office. A central branch in the city centre is: Social Welfare Branch Office, Apollo House, Tara St. Dublin 2. Phone : (01) 636 9300 You need to bring the following documents along with you: EU / EEA Students:  Passport  Proof of Address ( utility bill in your name / bank statement / letter from International Office stating your address) Non-EU Students:  Passport  Garda Registration Card  UCD Student Card  Proof of Address (utility bill in your name / bank statement / letter from International Office stating your address )  Letter from International Office / Registrar's Office stating you are a student in UCD 7.

Cost of living The cost of living in Dublin (especially in the city centre or the south side of the city where Froebel College is located) can be high, although it very much depends on each student's individual

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needs. You will also need to bring a month's rent as deposit for confirming your accommodation. Estimate of a Monthly Student Budget Accommodation off-campus (room in shared house/ apartment) Food and utilities (eg electricity) Textbooks and Study Materials Clothes, entertainment, other living expenses 150-250 Guide to Food Prices in Dublin, in euro Milk (1 litre) 90 cent Loaf of Bread 1.20 Butter (500g) 2 euro Sugar (1kg) 1.20 Coffee (200g) 5.20 Tea (80 bags) 2.50 Coca Cola (2 litres) 1.80 Big Mac Meal (medium) 4.90 Guide to Miscellaneous Prices, in euro Dublin Train / Bus - Monthly ticket 74.00 Second-hand bike 60.00 - 100.00 Student cinema ticket 6.00 - 7.00 Sports event ticket 6.00 - 25.00 Hair cut 15.00 - 35.00 8.

Climate and cultural characteristics The weather in Ireland can be very changeable. Students are strongly advised to bring warm and waterproof clothing. It is generally held that Irish people are friendly. Erasmus students might need to make the first move and should not be afraid to do so. They will make many friends. There are many cultural activities available in Dublin ranging from traditional music and dance to classical concerts; from Gaelic games to rugby, hockey or water sports; from theatre to talk. There are many festivals around the country and students may like to attend some at weekends. 96

How to get there Froebel College is quite easy to reach. It is situated 4 miles south of the city centre on Cross Avenue, off Mount Merrion Avenue in the Blackrock area. Bus numbers 7 and 45 go to the Blackrock end of Mount Merrion Avenue and bus numbers 46A, 63 and 84 go to the other end of this road in the Stillorgan area. The College is a 10-minute walk from the Blackrock DART station(the local train system) which links the city centre to Blackrock.

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Information on the College Froebel College offers pre-service, in-service and graduate courses related to Primary Teacher Education. President of the College: Ms Marie McLoughlin. Head of Faculty of Education: Mr. Séamie O’Néill.

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Brief outline of available courses in Education Available courses for Erasmus students Available courses for Erasmus students.doc Important: All courses are delivered on the campus at Froebel College of Education. Child Psychology The aim of the first-year course is to give a survey of the field of Child Psychology, and the emphasis is on contemporary thought and research. There is a further development in second year in the areas of intellectual development and the development of personality. In third year, the emphasis is on the psychology of learning and teaching in order to enable students to make teaching decisions.

Language Study The aim of this course is to introduce the students to modern thinking on the nature of language, particularly with reference to the development of childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s language ability from infancy to the end of their period in primary school, with emphasis on the practical application of such thinking to the teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work. History of Education The aim of this course is to impart knowledge of the development of Irish Education in the period 1800 -1995 and to develop in students an awareness and an understanding of the interactive influence of social, cultural, economic and political factors on the educational system. Philosophy of Education This course is designed to introduce students to the main philosophical issues in education, while providing a theoretical basis for integrating the contributions of other disciplines to this area. Sociology of Education The purpose of this course is to familiarise students with sociological concepts and with thinking and research on the Sociology of Education.

Curriculum and Assessment This course provides students with an introduction to the theory, pol and practice of educational curriculum & pupil assessment. English Methods English Methods offers a three-year programme designed to meet the professional requirements of student teachers for work in primary schools. The course seeks to emphasise the unity of all aspects of English teaching - oral-aural activities, reading and written expression.

English Literature The first semester of the second-year English Literature course explores Mythology and Fairy Tales from around the world and the second semester explores identity issues in popular culture texts. Mathematics Methods This course addresses the numeracy needs of 4-12 years old children. Professional Development This three-year course is dedicated to the general methods of learning and instruction and the more specific methods appropriate to the subjects of the curriculum. It contains modules on early childhood education, special needs, education and school administration and management. Visual Art Education In this three-year course the emphasis will be on the development of the student's enjoyment and appreciation of art, design and craftsmanship. Each student will choose a particular area of study and will pursue it in depth. Religious Studies The aim of this three-year course is to help students to deepen their capacity to understand and think about religion as a mode of thought and awareness, to promote their personal enrichment and to provide them with an adequate background for their studies in Religious Education and the skills necessary to impart it. Music Education The objectives of this three-year course are (i) to ensure proficiency in basic musical skills (pitch and rhythm), (ii) to develop childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s musical literacy and (iii) to introduce students to musical pedagogy.

Drama Education This three-year course will develop the students’ skills for dramatic play with children, enhance students’ storytelling abilities and develop movement skills, and familiarise students with educational dramatic strategies. Physical Education The three-year course, which deals with the art and science of movement, includes an elementary treatment of health education and motor recreation. The three basic elements of the course, theory, practice and methodology, are interdependent. Social, Environmental and Scientific Education (S.E.S.E.) The three-year Social, Environmental and Scientific Education includes content studies in Geography, History and Science. Through the integration of these subjects, the student will investigate the inter-relationships between the various elements of the physical environment, and the impact of human society on the natural landscape.

Social, Personal and Health Education (S.P.H.E.) This third-year course addresses the encouragement and development of children’s active and reflective engagement with their relationship with the people, society and natural world around them.

Special Needs Education (S.N.E.) This second-year and third-year course addresses issues of recognising and catering to different levels of academic ability and different backgrounds among primary children ages 4-12 years old. Orientation Day You are strongly advised to arrive in Dublin in late August in time to attend the general orientation session on the first morning of September (introduction to Froebel College, tour of the campus

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and library, explanation of courses, registration for email accounts etc.). You must bring your Learning Agreement with you for this meeting. The International Officer will individually meet with each student during this morning in order to confirm your courses and timetable and complete your Learning Agreement at this meeting. Therefore you must bring your Learning Agreement (listing the courses and level of courses that you wish to take) with you for this meeting. Your Froebel College student card (allowing you to use the Froebel College library) and email address will be issued to you soon after your arrival. Your NUIM card (allowing you to use the very large NUIM library and to join NUIM student clubs and societies) will be issued to you at the beginning of the semester in late September.

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ST. NICHOLAS MONTESSORI COLLEGE IRELAND, DUN LAOGHAIRE DUBLIN, IRELAND IRLDUBLIN34 http://www.snmci.ie A. INFORMATION ON THE INSTITUTE AND HOST COUNTRY 1.

The Network Co-ordinator:

Michael O’Connor St. Nicholas Montessori College Ireland 16 Adelaide street Dun Laoghaire Co Dublin Tel. 3531 2806064 Fax 3531 2844764 michael.oconnor@snmci.ie Century Court 100 George’s Street Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin Ireland Tel. ++ 353 1 230 0080 Fax ++ 353 1 284 4764

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Academic Calendar

Semester 1 Week beginning 14/09/2015 Student Induction 21/09/2015 Lectures commence 26/10/2015 Reading week 02/11/2015 Observation week 07/12/2015 Lectures end 14/12/2015 Study week 04/01/2016 Exam week Semester 2 18/01/2016 22/02/2016 02/05/2016 09/05/2016 16/05/2016 27/05/2016

Lectures commence School Placement begins Lectures end Study week Exams begin Exams end

Semester 2 includes substantial time in school placement. Some taught courses and modules may not be available during this time. A detailed programme for the year will be available in September. 3.

General Description

Type of Institution Private (ie. non state-aided) not-for-profit Teacher Education College with accreditation to Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nonuniversity awarding body, Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) A private pre-primary/primary Montessori school (3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 years) is incorporated on campus. Students are trained to be Montessori teachers and receive a BA in Montessori Education after three years of successful

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study; an Honours BA may be awarded after a fourth year of successful study. The College also awards a Higher Diploma in Arts in Early Childhood Montessori Education to general degree holders who wish to become pre-school Montessori teachers. The 3 year degree is also offered on a part-time basis in our centres in Cork and Limerick, and the Higher Diploma is also offered in Cork. Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Montessori Education have â&#x20AC;&#x153;restricted recognitionâ&#x20AC;? in the state primary school system. This enables them to teach in special education settings. History Established in 1970 as a training college for the Montessori Method of Education, in 1995, St. Nicholas Montessori College was designated a recognised college of the NCEA, precursor to QQI (see above). In 2000, St. Nicholas Montessori College was a founding member of Montessori Europe, a network of Montessori Associations and institutions across Europe. Admission and registration procedures Please contact the Erasmus coordinator by e-mail in the first instance. A registration form will be sent for completion. It is recommended that students should obtain an International Student Card before leaving their home institution. Academic requirements Exchange student status within Erasmus Plus programme. The minimum requirement for exchange students is that they should have completed one year of their programme at home.

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Modules Visiting students can choose from a range of modules on the BA in Montessori Education. A list of modules for each year is included in the course description on our website, www.snmci.ie. Most modules are offered at Stages 1, 2 and 3. Erasmus students usually join second or third year. NB As the course is semesterized, some of the modules you choose may not be available.The usual arrangement of modules by semester is the following: In second year semester 1, the modules are: Montessori Emergent Curriculum, Montessori Philosophy, Sociology of Childhood: Identity and Diversity, Child Protection and Welfare and Social Psychology. In second year semester 2, the modules are: Montessori Emergent Curriculum, Introduction to Special Education, Social Psychology, National and International ECEC Policy, Gaeilge and the Arts (Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Literature) and School Placement. In third year semester 1, the modules are: Montessori Curriculum and Competence, Montessori and Educational Philosophy, Special Education and Differentiation, and Sociology: Childhood in Late Modernity. In third year semester 2, the modules are: Montessori Curriculum and Competence, Research Methods for the early Years, Cognitive Psychology, Introduction to Business Management, Gaeilge and the Arts (Drama), and School Placement. 4.

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The College is non-residential so it is necessary for students to arrange private accommodation for the duration of their stay. Accommodation is normally found in family homes, flats and student hostels. Students are strongly advised to research and explore accommodation possibilities before coming to Dublin. The website www.daft.ie is a useful starting point. The international officer, Michael Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor,

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has some useful resources also. His email is michael.oconnor@snmci.ie 5.

Library, Meals, Transport, Other facilities

The College has two buildings within a short walk of each other. The main centre is in Adelaide Street. This contains the school, some lecturing space and most of the administrative staff. Our other building, Century Court, has lecture rooms, a library and a computer room for students. There are basic kitchen facilities for students in both locations. There are plenty of cafes, pubs and fast food restaurants in the vicinity. Dun Laoghaire (pronounced Dun Leery) is situated 8 km south of the city of Dublin on the suburban rail line called the DART. Trains to Dublin city are quick and frequent. There are also several buses that go from Dun Laoghaire to the city centre. Students are advised to buy a student travel pass; this offers substantial discounts on travel by public transport. 6.

Health Insurance

Visiting students should have a European Health Insurance Card and/or a copy of their private insurance certificate. 7.

Cost of living

The increased cost of living for residents and visitors alike is a sad fact of modern Irish life, particularly in the cities. It would be difficult to live for less than 1000 euro a month (including rent). 8.

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How to get there

Fly to Dublin airport â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there are many cheap connections. The Aircoach service has hourly services to Dun Laoghaire. Our main building is in Adelaide Street, close to the Kingston Hotel. Century Court is off Georges Street, behind the post office.

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LIEPĀJAS UNIVERSITĀTE (LIEPU)

) Liepaja University (LV LIEPAJA01) A. INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The Network Contacts LINDA PAVITOLA: Kastalia Network Contact, responsible for teacher education study programmes in bachelor and master levels linda.pavitola@liepu.lv LĪGA ANŠKĒVICA Erasmus+ coordinator erasmus@liepu.lv Address Liepaja University Faculty of Education and Social Work Lielā iela 14, Liepāja, LV-3401, Latvia Fax: (+371) 634 24223 Tel: (+371) 34 23568 E-mail: liepu@liepu.lv 2. The Institutional Coordinator PATRIKS MOREVS Head of the department/ ERASMUS+ institutional coordinator acentrs@liepu.lv

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3. International Office ERIKA LAUBERGA International coordinator erika.lauberga@liepu.lv 4. International Students - Academic calendar 2015-2016 Autumn Semester: Beginning of September 2015 Spring Semester: Beginning of February 2016 Holidays 2015-2016 Christmas Holidays: 2 weeks Easter Holidays: 1 week 5. General description For more detailed information on the topics below, you can visit our webpage at: http://www.liepu.lv/en/ http://www.liepu.lv/ 5.1. Description of town Liepaja is a city of successful changes as the people living here on the stretch of sand between the Amber Sea and the lake for more than 750 years have always been tough, wise and daring. The charm of the city is concealed in its special atmosphere. Perhaps a bit restrained and harsh, yet also noble and rebellious. Sometimes calm, sometimes swirling. Genuine and truthful - this is Liepaja. Liepaja has grown from a small village into the third largest city in Latvia with the population of 85 000 people. In 2015 Liepaja celebrated its 390th anniversary. Liepaja is a great city for students because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich in wellestablished cultural traditions. Liepaja is the home of the oldest professional Latvian theater, the only professional symphony orchestra outside Riga, a puppet theater, a number of folklore groups and numerous choirs. Organ music as well

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as jazz hold an important place in the cultural life of the city. The Summer Sound and Fontaine Festival have become the central pop and rock festivals in the city. After the construction of the new Olympic Center, Liepaja has become a popular place for national and international sports events. In 2009 Liepaja was hosting EuroBasket Women championship, European championship in Thai boxing as well as a number of national competitions. Liepaja is surrounded by water. There are the Baltic Sea coast, two big lakes and some smaller ones as well as there are four channels in the city. Liepaja Lake is the fifth largest lake in Latvia. Liepaja beach is a great place to relax. Those who want to get the first tan, show up in the beach as soon as the snow is gone and the sun gets warmer. However, unforgettable sunsets in the sea can be enjoyed throughout the year. Liepaja is a port city. For passengers there is a ferry line Liepaja-L端beck, but those traveling with a yacht can moor it in the Trade Channel almost in the downtown. 5.2. How to reach town Liepaja is easily accessible. It is located 220 km (136 mi) west from Riga, 100 km (62 mi) north from Klaipeda, a city in Lithuania, on the coast of the Baltic Sea. You can get to Liepaja by bus from Riga, Klaipeda or Palanga. Normally a bus ride from Riga to Liepaja takes about 3hours 30minutes, and a bit less than 2 hours from Klaipeda. You can get to Liepaja by your own car from Riga even faster than by public transport. Riga International airport (the largest airport in the Baltic states) offers many direct flights to Europe and Asia, including cheap Ryanair, AirBaltic and Wizz Air routes) it is located 220km east from Liepaja city.

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5.3. Climate Latvia’s weather is governed by moderate oceanic climate, with pronounced cyclone activity and considerable precipitation. Although Latvia is small, there are frequent differences between the coast and the eastern part of the country. It is typical warmer near the sea, although there is also more precipitation and strong wind. Summer: June- August Winter: December- March Summer is warm, but winter, lasting from November till midMarch, can be very cold (-25*C). The weather in autumn and spring is relatively mild. Heaviest rainfall is observed in August. Snowfall is common in winter, especially in February. Average temperatures are: July +17*C, February -5*C, although some days can be very hot in summer and very cold in winter. The warmest month is July, and the coldest is January. 6. Liepaja University Liepaja University is a symbol of education, science and culture of Liepaja and Kurzeme region that provides with competitive, internationally recognized varied education. The LiepU develops innovative research, ensures sustainability of society development, economic knowledge development, and implements study programmes at all three study levels: basic studies, Master and Doctorate studies. Liepāja University is the biggest higher education establishment in Kurzeme, it implements study programmes in six fields of studies out of the eight areas defined in Latvia:  Humanitarian Science and Arts  Natural Sciences, Mathematics and IT  Services  Social Sciences and Entrepreneurship  Social Welfare  Teacher Education and Pedagogy 111

Study work at LiepU is organised by:  Faculty of Humanities and Arts  Faculty of Pedagogy and Social Work  Faculty of Management and Social Sciences  Faculty of Science and Engineering 6.1. Accommodation Due to high demand, students should give the Foreign Affairs Department ample notice of their intension to live in student dormitories. International students are usually housed in shared rooms (2-3 persons) with a common kitchen, shower and toilets. Linen, blankets, pillows, and kitchen utensils are provided. Liepaja University Student Hostels rooms are furnished, a fridge is in each room, Free Wifi and there is a laundry. Rent per month is EUR 42,69 for a room (if in the room live 2 and more persons), EUR 59,76 (2 persons) and EUR 112,41 (1 person). Student Hostel Administrator Ginta Dzērve Address: Ganibu street 36/48, Room 101. Tel.: +371 63424275 E-mail: vida.dreimane@liepu.lv The Students’ Residences If student do not wish to stay at a dormitory, private housing arrangements should be made before arriving in Latvia. Rent can very from EUR 145 – 290 per month. Payment of the rent and general regulations Student Hostel Internal Rules of Conduct, RULES ON THE INTERNET USE for Liepaja University Residence Hall, Hostel Rent Agreement can be found at http://www.liepu.lv/en/25/accommodation 112

More information about the general regulations of the Students Residence is provided to the students on arrival. 6.2. Meal Services The Liepaja University provides its students with the possibility of having good meals in the Canteen. 6.3. Research and Technical Facilities Liepaja University has been registered as one of the scientifical institutions in Latvia. The scientifical institution functions as four research institutes in the University, also several research centres and laboratories. The research activities are coordinated by the LiepU Scientific Council and Dr.philol. Ieva Ozola, Vice- Rector responsible for research. More detailed information at http://www.liepu.lv/en/16/research-institutions 6.3.1. The Library The LiepU library is housed in the central building of the University at Lielā iela 14, e-mail: lib@liepu.lv (http://www.liepu.lv/en/24/library). The readers can use the lending library, the reading room and the electronic resources reading rooms with free access. To borrow books, one needs an ISIC card valid for a year. Since 1992 system “Alise” (Advanced Library Information Service) has been functioning in the library. The readers have an opportunity of using the electronic catalogue, which includes both the alphabetic and systematic catalogue. A joint catalogue of the LiepU library can be found on the Internet. The Internet provides access to on-line catalogues of the biggest libraries of the world and databases accessible to the public in different fields of science. The library is equipped with free access computers.

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6.3.2. Other Libraries The Liepaja Scientific Library is located in the City Centre. There you can spend a good time, reading newspapers, magazines, listening to music, watching videos, studying and researching. 6.4. Medical Services and Insurance We recommend you to obtain insurance before you come to Latvia. Medical and accident insurance can also be purchased at local insurance company RSK www.rsk.lv . Emergency call: 112 a toll-free number to call an ambulance. In Latvia there are state, non-profit and private hospitals. If you have to go to a hospital, the health insurance scheme will cover the costs, although you will have to pay a small charge over the first days. Pharmacies in Latvia are called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aptiekaâ&#x20AC;?, and are open on weekdays from 9.00 to 20.00 and from 10.00 to 16.00 on Saturdays.

Faculty of Pedagogy and Social Work offered 30 ECTS Module for ERASMUS+ Exchange students in the field of education 2015/2016 The study courses can be also chosen separately. More detailed information from: Linda Pavitola: linda.pavitola@liepu.lv

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Theory and methodology of Upbringing

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2. Linguistic requirements All courses are taught in English. A Latvian Language intensive course for Erasmus students is offered each semester. 3. Erasmus students' individual programmes of study The Liepaja University provide individual programmes of study that suit exchange students` needs. School-based practice (observation and cooperation) in primary and pre-schools can also be provided. Students can choose subjects from other courses offered: see the brochure at http://www.liepu.lv/en/15/brochures

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Klaipėda University Erasmus ID Code: LT KLAIPED01 A. INFORMATION ON THE INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The Network Coordinator Rasa Jautakytė Faculty of Pedagogy S. Neries g. 5 92227 Klaipeda, Lithuania Tel. (+370 46) 39 86 24 Fax +37046 398602 Mob. +37061313697 E-mail: rasa.jautakyte@gmail.com 2. The Institutional Erasmus Coordinator Nora Venslovaitė Director, ERASMUS Institutional Coordinator Klaipėda University Campus Herkaus Manto str. 84 LT-92294 Klaipėda, Lithuania Tel. +370 46 39 89 51 Fax. +370 46 39 89 52 E-mail: nora.venslovaite@ku.lt Ernesta Prūsaitė International Programme’s Coordinator, ERASMUS Coordinator for incoming students Herkaus Manto str. 84 LT-92294 Klaipėda, Lithuania Tel. +370 46 39 89 53 Fax. +370 46 39 89 52 E-mail: ernesta.prusaite@ku.lt 3. Academic Calendar

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The official academic year is from 1 September to 31 June. The Academic Year is based on a two-semester system, 15 weeks each. The Autumn Semester start at the 1st of September and end about 20th of December, the Spring Semester start at the beginning of January and end in late May. Exams are organized after each semester - in January and June. 4. General description Klaipėda University was established of the Republic of Lithuania on 1 January 1991. Klaipėda University was founded to achieve the following aims: to carry out researches in marine science and marine studies, to encourage development of the western part of Lithuania, to strengthen Lithuania‘s positions in formation of the Baltic Sea region. Klaipėda University today enters into third decade of existence. It is the only structurally full-rate university in a large part of Western Lithuania, where a perspective industrial and commercial potential is rallied, where marine complex is developed and distinctive cultural traditions are cherished. It was established for realization of scientific researches and studies in marine topics. Dominant in the University are trends in scientific researches, artistic activity and academic activities, which are not cultivated by other Lithuanian universities. It develops as an autonomous and modern scientific and study centre. Rapidly growing University today is home for over 6000 students, 4000 independent auditors, 1,300 staff, including 500 professors, associate professors and lecturers, including 5 national award winners in science, culture and art. Faculties: Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Faculty of Humanities Faculty of Marine Engineering Faculty of Arts Faculty of Pedagogy Faculty of Social Sciences

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Faculty of Health Sciences Continuing Studies Institute Study and scientific centers/institutes 5. Admission and registration procedures First of all students must be notified by home institution as an exchange students. Then students have to apply by sending required documents to the International Studies Office. Documents required for exchange students:  Application form for Erasmus students  Erasmus learning agreement  Housing application Entry requirements:  Nomination at home university;  Adequate level of written and spoken English is expected (Level B1) Application deadlines:  1 st June – Autumn semester  1 st November – Spring semester All international students intending to live in Lithuania for a period exceeding 3 months, must obtain a temporal living permit. Nationals Visa matters differ for those who are nationals of one of the Member States and for those who are non-EU Member State nationals. Nationals of the Member States of the EU A person who is a citizen of one of the EU Member states, as well as citizens of Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein, may enter the Republic of Lithuania and stay for up to 3 months in half a calendar year, counting

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from the date of the first entry. If the person is staying longer, EC residence permit should be done. If you are a student at Klaipeda University, you should apply for the permit in a local Migration Office which is in Taikos str. 63. For the EC residence permit you will need the following documents: 1. Valid passport and copy of it; 2. Application for the permit (issued by Migration Office) 3. 3 photos 4. Certificate on monthly income (you must bring it from home institution) 5. Other documents issued by Klaipeda University: KU Mediation Certificate, Rectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Order regarding your enrolment, certificate of place of residence. International Office will provide you with these documents. Non EU Member State Nationals For the issue of visa and temporary residence permit you must submit an application to diplomatic mission or consular office of the Republic of Lithuania abroad. Please contact the International Office for more detailed information about it, because you will need some documents from Klaipeda University as well. 6. Academic requirements ERASMUS students must have completed at least two years of university studies. 7. Language requirements The language of instruction is mainly Lithuanian. Since Lithuanian language is unfamiliar to most of the students,

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Klaipeda university offers the following international nondegree programmes taught in English. For updated information we refer to the website: http://www.ku.lt/en/international-studies-andadmission/international-studies/non-degree-studies/ 8. Accommodation Foreign students of KlaipÄ&#x2014;da University can choose whether they want to live in a University dormitory or they may choose renting a flat. Living in dormitory There are two dormitories available for international students at Klaipeda University. One of them is located in Statybininku str. 43. It is in the southern part of the town. It takes about 25 minutes to go by bus to the main University campus, but is very close to the faculty of Social Sciences. All the rooms are furnitured with desks, single beds, wardrobes and wash-hand-basins. There are two bathrooms in a corridor and two kitchens on each floor. There is a self-service laundry in the dormitory. Another dormitory is located in KarklĹł str. 5. It is located in excellent place â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the city center. There are 62 rooms in the dormitory and it could accommodate 248 students. Each floor has a renovated kitchen, whereas rooms have all the facilities: a shower, a sink and a toilet. All rooms in this dormitory are four-bet. Each student has personal area: a two-floored comfortable bed, a desk, and a wardrobe. It is possible for three or two people to live in a four-bed room, but the price then is higher. A monthly residence fee per person (EUR) The price of accommodation depends on the type of the room and number of persons living in the room.

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The international students of Klaipėda University may choose single, double, triple or four-bed dormitory rooms. The price of the rooms also depends on the period. After staying one month in dormitory the monthly price is 20 % less: Number of persons living in 1 the room

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which is a part of Klaipėda university Student union. Erasmus club helps to promote Erasmus programme between local students and helps for incoming students, also arranges some activities for their leisure time. During the studies at Klaipėda university student must obtain Klaipėda university Students’ Identity card. This card allows you to use Klaipėda university library resources, by showing this card you would be able to participate in the university festivals and other events. It also gives you discounts for public transport in all the country, as well as many other discounts on purchases and entertainment. For ordering Student card you only need internet and e-mail address. The card costs 5 euros. The registration for the Student card is made through the website www.lsp.lt. Please ask your coordinator at Klaipėda university for more detailed information about registration procedure. The Scientific Library of Klaipėda university consists of the central Library (named after Martynas Mazvydas) and faculty libraries. They are located in different buildings. Mostly specialized literature is available there. Books can be borrowed or used in reading-rooms there. International Students as well as Klaipėda university students can use all the online databases Klaipeda university offers. The students of Klaipėda University belong to Erasmus Student Network (ESN) that takes care of the students and their matters of interest. Journeys, tours, international parties. Seminars when all higher education institutions and their international Students meet. The representation of the University, student socialization, and discussions take place during the event. A chance to pass practical training (e.g., children’s home, hospitals, excursions to enterprises, on the sailing vessel “Brabander”).

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Library. Language courses for those who want to additionally learn a language (Lithuanian, English, Spanish, Russian, German, etc.). 10. Health and insurance If you are staying in Lithuania, please hold with you one of these documents confirming your entitlement to reimbursement of health care services: • European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) • Provisional Replacement Certificate (PRC) If you have EHIC, you are entitled to necessary medical care services which are free of charge in the health care institutions belonging to the Lithuanian National Health System. Ancillary medical care services and private medical care services (private clinics, private doctors or other medical institutions, such as dentists) are not free of charge holding only EHIC, so you would have to cover the expenses by yourself. In the case of emergency you can go directly to the hospital. You only have to present your EHIC or PRC and a document confirming your identity (passport or ID Card) in the registry. There is no charge for those eligible under EU regulations. For scheduled hospital treatment, you will need to be referred by a general practitioner or a specialist. Medication prescribed by a doctor can be bought at the nearest pharmacy. Some of the medicines are sold with doctor’s prescription only. Information for the persons who are not coming from the EU or other countries where EHIC is issued.

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Please insure your health privately before coming to Lithuania. You should pay for health care services in Lithuania by yourself and then your insurance company should reimburse your expense. 11. Living costs In comparison with Western European countries, Lithuania is not an expensive country to live in. 450 Eur a month is enough for a single student. This should be enough to cover food, accommodation, local transport, books, health care, entertainment and miscellaneous expenses. There are some additional living costs (not including study fees) related to living in Klaipėda. Depending on one’s needs and the lifestyle an approximate estimation of monthly living expenses (accommodation, books, food, transport, etc.) is provided below to get a better picture of the living costs in Lithuania. Books As a student at Klaipėda University you can get the study literature from the University‘s library depending on your chosen study programme. However, if you want to have some additional literature / books, the prices in the nearest book stores range from 6 to 15 euros. Telephone Depending on your needs and chosen telephone operator, the prices for calling with a mobile phone may differ, but the starting prices for a first mobile phone card are around 3 euros. Local transportation costs There is a number of options regarding the bus tickets and their prices in Klaipėda city. A price for a single

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ticket is 0,70 euros and the price for a monthly ticket is around 25 euros.. However, there are many other bus tickets’ price options. The prices for a taxi, on the other hand, are around 0,50 euros/km. Miscellaneous (food, hygiene, laundry, clothing, hobbies, and leisure) The costs for these living expenses depend on your needs. There are a lot of shopping malls and places to visit (a beautiful sea shore and old town, museums, cinema, theater, night clubs, bars and cafes, etc.), so you will get a chance to choose from a mariety depending you what you need/want to buy and/or visit. The costs for food (baked goods, vegetables, fruits, snacks, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, etc.) and other miscellaneous goods range from 150 to 200 euros. In general, studying at Klaipėda University and living in Klaipėda gives you a number of possibilities to spend your leisure: activities available for international students at the University’s campus such as student clubs, international parties and other events during which you will find a lot of new friends, and plenty of places and ways to have fun time at the city of Klaipėda! 12. Climate, cultural characteristics Covering 65 303 km Lithuania is the largest of three Baltic countries. North to south, the greatest distance is 276 km, east to west – 373 km. From the cartographical point of view, Lithuania is a central European rather than an Eastern European country, as it is sometimes groundlessly claimed. Located in the centre of Europe, Lithuania is situated at one of the largest crossroads of the continent. It is divided by a straight line connecting Paris and Berlin with Moscow via Vilnius, whereas another straight line, connecting Helsinki with Athens, also crosses the centre of Lithuania.

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Lithuania is bordered to the North Latvia, to the East and South by Belarus and Poland, and to the Southwest by the Kaliningrad (Karaliaucius) Region of the Russian Federation. Mostly there are plains in Lithuania. The highest point is Juozapine hill, 293meters upon sea level. The largest river Nemunas (937 km, 475 km on the territory of Lithuania), gathers and carries the waters of many tributaries to the Baltic Sea, wherein lies Lithuania’s famous “amber coast”. There are a lot of lakes (the largest one Druksiai covers 42 km) and swamps and a mixed forest zone covers 30 % of the country. Climate. Lithuania’s climate is maritime continental. It rains quite often in Lithuania. The average annual temperature is +6,1c, the average temperature in January being–4,9 c and in July +17 c. The Average annual precipitation is 661 mm. Population. There are ~3 million resident population of which ~2 are urban citizens and ~1 rural citizens. Females make up 52,7 % and males 47,3 % of the country population. The major cities are: Vilnius (pop. ~547 thous.); Kaunas (pop. ~357 thous.); Klaipėda (pop. ~183 thous). Currency Lithuania’s national currency is Euro. Klaipėda town Klaipėda was found on the western coast of the Baltic Sea in 1252. At the beginning Klaipeda was called under the German name Memel. The Lithuanian name Klaipeda was first mentioned in 1420. During different historical periods Klaipėda had been a part of Russia, Prussia, France, Sweden, Poland and Lithuania. In 1923 Klaipėda became a part of Lithuania. Nowadays Klaipėda is the third largest town of Lithuania. It is the northern most ice-free port in the Baltics and the only one in Lithuania. Klaipėda State seaport is the most important and the biggest Lithuanian

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transport hub connecting sea, land and railway routes from East to West. Klaipėda town has multifarious cultural life. There are a lot of various cultural events and places to visit. Klaipėda cherishes nice marine traditions – it hosts the Sea Festival on the last weekend of July every year since 1934. Sea Festival is the greatest, most favorite and most colorful summer holiday in Lithuania, which attracts lots of people from all over the world. Klaipėda enjoys intensive musical life - classical, jazz, rock, pop, folk bands and artists from Lithuania and foreign countries often give concerts in Klaipėda. They are held in concert halls, theatres, night clubs or in the open air. – several festivals of serious and light music and concerts are held here. The International Pilies Jazz Festival held in late June is a real fiesta for music lovers, every year it receives new and new world class stars. During the summer Klaipėda becomes a centre of tourism. Klaipėda has excellent white sand beaches. Palanga, the biggest Lithuanian seaside resort, is located on one side, and the beautiful Curonian Spit – on the other one nearby Klaipėda. 13. How to get there By air. There are 3 international airports in Lithuania. They are in Vilnius, Kaunas and Palanga. Palanga airport is located 30 km to the North of Klaipėda and it is the best choice for the fastest trip from the airport to Klaipėda city. Palanga airport has direct connection with Riga, Copenhagen and Oslo. There are many comfortable flights to Riga airport from different European towns and it is very easy to reach Klaipėda from Riga by bus or Palanga airport by plane. Vilnius airport is the biggest international airport in Lithuania. Taxi will take you to the

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Vilnius city centre for about 15 eur. or you can take the train route Vilnius International Airport – Station and you will reach Vilnius city centre just in 12 minutes. It will take you 3 hours (320 km) to get to Klaipėda by car. Buses operate from Vilnius bus station regularly to Klaipėda (1020 euros per ticket). Kaunas airport has a big variety of direct connection with many European towns as well. It will take you about 2 hours to get from Kaunas to Klaipėda. More information about airports and flights is available here: Palanga Airport: www.palanga-airport.lt/en Vilnius International Airport: www.vilnius-airport.lt/en/ Kaunas airport: www.kaunasair.lt/index.php?lang=en Riga International Airport: www.riga-airport.com/en Sea transportation Ferries operate between Klaipėda city and ports in Denmark, Germany and Sweden. Check the Klaipėda Port Internet homepage for more information: www.portofklaipeda.lt By railway There are international railway routes to Lithuania from Poland, Russia. If you arrive to Vilnius airport, you could take the train, which runs from Vilnius to Klaipėda. Please find more information in Lithuanian Railways website: www.litrail.lt By bus There are direct bus routes from Vilnius, Kaunas, Riga to Klaipėda. It is possible to reach Lithuania by bus from various European countries. For more information, please visit the website of the Lithuanian Road Administration which

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B. INFORMATION ON THE DEPARTMENT Pedagogical Faculty S.Nėries str. 5 LT – 92227 Klaipėda Lithuania Tel. +370 46 39 86 00 Fax +370 46 39 86 02 Email dekanatas.pf@ku.lt Pedagogical faculty of Klaipėda University houses in the central part of the city – in one of most impressive buildings of the seaport. It is well-known in the history of regional education, as professionals in different spheres of upbringing have been trained there for over a century. From 1902 - the Fifth Teacher Seminary of Lithuania Minor introduced its first school year in Klaipeda. 1935 Republic Pedagogy Institute was established. In 1991 the Faculty of pedagogy became a part of Klaipeda University. Presently over 1000 learners are studying in full-time and part-time study programmes. Lecturers of high qualification, including over 40 of those with doctor’s scientific degree and pedagogical titles of professor or associate professor, are working in 6 departments of the faculty: • Departament of Educology, • Departament of Physical Training, • Departament of Psychology, • Departament of Social Pedagogy and Catechtic, • Departament of Childhood Pedagogy, Bachelor’s programmes: • Psychology, • Education, • Sport pedagogy, • Social pedagogy, • Childhood pedagogy, Master’s programmes:

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• Childhood Pedagogy, • Sport Pedagogy, • Education, • Social Pedagogy, • Management of Education, • Career Projection, • Pedagogical Psychology. Doctoral programmes: • Educology Programs for non-degree and Erasmus students: • Childhood Pedagogy • Social Pedagogy • Psychology The Erasmus departmental coordinator The Coordinator of the Faculty will usually be the contact person of students and academic staff within the faculty and will deal with most practical and academic aspects of the implementation of ECTS. The coordinator will inform students about ECTS in more practical details; explain the academic recognition procedures and documents (learning agreement, transcript of records) etc. The coordinator will assist the student to structure a programme of studies combining academic requirements with individual interests. Rasa Jautakytė, assoc. prof. E-mail: rasa.jautakyte@gmail.com Tel. +37061313697 For specific information concerning International Study Programme in Educational Sciences, please contact: Ernesta Prūsaitė, International Programme’s Coordinator, E-mail: ernesta.prusaite@ku.lt Tel. +370 46 39 89 53 You’re very welcome!

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ESCOLA SUPERIOR DE EDUCAÇÃO DE BEJA Polytechnic Institute of Beja (PBEJA 01)

https://www.ipbeja.pt/servicos/gmc/Paginas/International %20Students%20(Erasmus).aspx IPBeja Lip Dub: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsm5UdoyVEs&feature=y outu.be A. INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The Network Contacts Maria Teresa Santos: msantos@ipbeja.pt (coordinator of Master Degree in Special Education) José António Reis do Espírito Santo: jsanto@ipbeja.pt (coordinator of the Elementary and Early Childhood Education Course – 1st cycle and Master Degree for PreSchool and Elementary School Teacher – 2nd cycle) António Carloto: acarloto@ipbeja.pt (responsible for Erasmus programmes at the Elementary and Early Childhood Education Course - 1st cycle) Maria do Céu André: mandre@ipbeja.pt (responsible for Erasmus programmes at the Master Degree for Pre-School and Elementary School Teacher - 2nd cycle) Address Escola Superior de Educação Rua Pedro Soares 7800-295 Beja (Portugal) 133

Tel: 00 351 284 315 501 Fax: 00 351 284 326 828 2. The Institutional Coordinator Nuno Loureiro Instituto Politécnico de Beja Escola Superior de Educação Rua Pedro Soares 7800-295 Beja (Portugal) e-mail : nloureiro@ipbeja.pt 3. Mobility and Cooperation Office Cristina Palma Instituto Politécnico de Beja Rua Pedro Soares, Campus do IPBeja, Apt.6155 7800-295 Beja (Portugal) Tel: 00 351 284 314 400 Fax: 00 351 284 314 401 e-mail: gmc@ipbeja.pt 4. Academic calendar 2014-2015 Autumn Semester: End of September 2014 Spring Semester: End of February 2015 Holidays 2014-2015 Christmas Holidays: 2 weeks Easter Holidays: 10 days 5. General description For more detailed information on the topics below, you can visit our webpage at: https://www.ipbeja.pt/servicos/gmc/Paginas/International %20Students%20(Erasmus).aspx

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5.1. Description of town The city of Beja is located in the south of Portugal, in a region called Alentejo (www.visitalentejo.pt). With easy access, provided by motorways and main roads, Beja is located 180 km southeast of Lisbon, 100 km from the Atlantic Coast and about 150 km from the Algarve. The traditional way of living and working, as well as the environmental conservation require you to leave the main roads and opt for secondary roads if you want to go around in Alentejo, and enjoy the real charms of this unique region. Beja has a population of about 35,000 inhabitants and the main economic activities are closely connected with the rural (agriculture) and services sectors. The Polytechnic plays a significant role in the region as far as its development is concerned, providing it with highly qualified human resources. 5.2. How to reach town If you travel by plane, you can choose either Lisbon or Faro airports. From these cities it is easy to catch a train or a bus directly to Beja. Check for guidelines: https://www.ipbeja.pt/servicos/gmc/Documents/INFORMAT ION%20PACKAGE/How%20to%20reach%20Beja.pdf 5.3. Climate Generally speaking, Portugal has a temperate climate with average daily temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 18ºC in winter, and 16ºC and 30ºC in summer. In Beja, the temperatures are more extreme and the summer months are particularly hot and dry (about 35ºC 40ºC degrees in July and August). It is advisable to bring lighter clothes for the summer or autumn months. There is a big gap between day and night temperatures.

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6. Polytechnic Institute of Beja The Polytechnic Institute of Beja (www.ipbeja.pt) was established in 1979, and, as all the Polytechnics, it was designed to provide students with solid, cultural and technical training, developing their skills of innovation and critical analysis, and aiming at a practical, theoretical and scientific knowledge and its applications in professional activities. It aims to help students benefit from easy access to employment in certain areas of study. The Polytechnic Institute of Beja tries to reach this goal through its four Schools: School of Agriculture https://www.ipbeja.pt/UnidadesOrganicas/ESA/Paginas/def ault.aspx School of Education https://www.ipbeja.pt/UnidadesOrganicas/ESE/Paginas/def ault.aspx School of Health https://www.ipbeja.pt/UnidadesOrganicas/ESS/Paginas/def ault.aspx School of Technology and Management https://www.ipbeja.pt/UnidadesOrganicas/ESTIG/Paginas/d efault.aspx In order to integrate the social and economic reality in the curricula, the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; academic study integrates some training programmes closely co-ordinated with companies and other institutions (e.g: schools; municipalities; social and cultural associations ...). This relationship between the academic and the professional world increases the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; motivation and contributes to a close relation between the school and the local community.

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6.1. Accommodation The Polytechnic Institute of Beja, through its Social Services (https://www.ipbeja.pt/sas/Paginas/default.aspx), offers residence facilities to the International Students at the Campus. Normally the students are accommodated in the Students’ Residences. However, sometimes, due to the high number of foreign students, the Social Services have to provide some alternative accommodation, such as apartments or hostels. Erasmus students who wish to be housed in the Students’ Residences should send their Housing Application Form (which should be annexed to the Application Form for Erasmus Students) until the 15th May – for the 1st semester and until the 15th November - for the 2nd semester, to the Mobility and Cooperation Office (gmc@ipbeja.pt). Considering the limited number of rooms available for Erasmus students in the residences, the room allocation criteria is based on the order of arrival of the Application Forms, so it is advisable that the students send their filled in application forms as soon as possible. The Students’ Residences Two of the Students’ Residences, where the foreign students usually stay, are nice and modern buildings located on Campus. They have double rooms and are organised in two sections, for female and male students. Payment of the rent and general regulations The price for a student in a double room is €165 per month/per student. Two days after arrival, students must take care of the administrative-bureaucratic issues at the Social Services, and the first payment includes two months (one month in advance). The payments must be done till the 8th of each month.

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Students will be responsible for any damage they cause, as well as for any private expenses (phone calls, faxes, etc.). More information about the general regulations of the Students Residence is provided to the students on arrival. 6.2. Meal Services The Polytechnic provides its students with the possibility of having good meals at a low price. In the Common Services Building (CSB), located on Campus, you can find a Canteen and a Snack Bar. Every student can obtain the meal vouchers at the CSB, where they will get access to the Canteen. 6.3. Research and Technical Facilities 6.3.1. The Library Equipped with scientific and technical information, the library integrates three different areas: the newspapers and other periodicals area, the study and research area and the computers (Internet) area. All the computers at the Polytechnic are linked up with Internet and on the campus there is wireless service available. All the students have immediate access to computers as long as they require a username and a pass word at the library. They are advised to do so, on arrival. In case they have their own laptop, they can access the Internet anywhere on campus. The Library opening hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 24:00, except during holiday periods. 6.3.2. Other Libraries in Beja The Municipal Library JosĂŠ Saramago is a very pleasant place located in the City Centre. There, you can also spend a good time, reading newspapers, magazines, listening to music, watching videos, studying and researching or simply socialising in the Bar.

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6.4. Medical Services The Polytechnic Social Services have created health and educational assistance available to the students, in the following areas: - Psychological and Pedagogical Support - Medical Assistance (general medicine) To have an appointment, students should contact the Social Services (https://www.ipbeja.pt/sas/Paginas/default.aspx). 6.5. Health and Insurance Students are recommended to bring with them the European Health Card. ď&#x201A;§ Students registered at the Polytechnic have access to the Polytechnic Medical Support. For appointments and other information, please contact the Social Services. ď&#x201A;§

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ESCUELA UNIVERSITARIA DE EDUCACIÓN DE SORIA www.uva.es A. INFORMATION ON THE INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The Network Coordinators Beatriz Tarancón Álvaro Campus Universitario Duques de Soria s/n Despacho 012 42004 Soria Spain Phone: 34-975-12-9274 E-Mail: btaranco@fing.uva.es 2. The Institutional Erasmus Coordinator MARÍA PASCUAL CABRERIZO Campus universitario Duques de Soria s/n Despacho 011 42004 SORIA SPAIN Phone: 34-975-12-9274 e-Mail: mariapc@fing.uva.es 3. Academic Calendar 1st term: mid September –January (Exams: January –February) 2nd term: February – May (Exams: June and July)

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Type of institution The Escuela Universitaria de Educaci贸n is part of the University of Valladolid, which is made up of four campuses: Valladolid, Palencia, Segovia and Soria. The campus of Soria offers the following studies: Business Studies, Translation and Interpreting, Teacher Training (for Infant Education, Primary Education and Foreign Languages English and French), Physiotherapy, Farming Business and Forestry Technical Engineering. It should be mentioned that in the forthcoming academic year 2010-2011 the Escuela Universitaria de Educaci贸n de Soria will implement the first year of the new teacher training degree system within the framework of the European Space for Higher Education offering thus the new Degree in Primary Education and the new Degree in Infant Education. The town Soria is a small and peaceful town, located on the bank of the river Douro. The county of Soria is located on the Eastern part of the region of Castilla y Le贸n and it borders the counties of La Rioja, Zaragoza, Guadalajara, Segovia and Burgos. The county of Soria extends over an area of 10,306 km2, and it lies at an altitude of 1.026 metres above sea level. During the Middle Ages, Soria experienced the greatest prosperity in its history. We can find the heritage of that golden period nowadays in its outstanding monuments, which are part of the Romanesque school of art. The county is famous as well for its magnificent scenery, varying from long valleys and big forests to high mountains. How to get to Soria From Zaragoza: There are buses from Zaragoza to Soria, leaving from the bus station in Zaragoza (called Delicias) (the journey takes 1,30 hours).

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From Madrid: There are buses from the station called Avenida de América and train connections from Chamartin Railway Station (the journey takes 3 hours). From Valladolid: There are buses leaving from the bus station (the journey takes 2,5 hours). History The Escuela Universitaria de Educación de Soria was founded in 1841. In fact it is the oldest university of the town and for a long time it was the only further education you could get in the town. Throughout the years it has suffered different changes and it has seen many syllabuses, according to the political moment. The present syllabus of the studies was made in 1995, that’s why at present we are in the process of changing it to adapt it to the requisites of the European Space for Higher Education. Admission and registration procedures Students of a European programme and students of bilateral agreements have to inform the International Relations Service about the date of their arrival in advance. They have to report to the Erasmus Coordinator as soon as they arrive in Soria.

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 Learning agreement duly filled in. In this document there should appear the courses the student will take, signatures of the coordinators of the programme and stamps of the home and receiving Universities.  E-111 or E-128 application form for the Social Security or private medical insurance which clearly mentions it covers foreign countries. Academic requirements Exchange students must be at least 2nd year students at a Teacher Training University. Linguistic requirements In principle most of the courses are taught in Spanish. Exchange students need to have a good knowledge of the English language, as they will be enrolled in some subjects taught in English. Certain knowledge of the Spanish language is necessary. A short Spanish language course will be recommended to exchange students in advance. 5. Accommodation Different options of accommodation are offered: University Hall: Fundación Duques de Soria. Tel.: 34-975-21-42-74 It is only possible to rent a room if you are staying for the entire academic year. Public Residence: J.A. Gaya Nuño. Tel.: 34-975-21-14-66 It is only possible to rent a room if you are staying for the entire academic year. Accommodation with a Spanish family Including an individual room and all meals. It will approximately cost 400 – 500 € a month.

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Student flat, sharing kitchen, living room and bathroom The approximate cost for a room is 200 € a month. 6. Libraries, sports facilities, student cafeteria and restaurant, transport facilities etc. Libraries: Every centre has its own library. Opening hours: 9 am to 9 pm. There are reading and lending facilities of books and videotapes. There is also a public library, with reading facilities and lending of books, videotapes and CDs. There are sports facilities for indoor sports: tennis, basketball, volleyball, swimming and also facilities for outdoor sports: cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, athletics. 7. Health and insurance European Union countries have agreements with the Spanish Social Security, which covers the medical assistance. For their temporary stay in Spain, students must get the E-111 the E128 form or the European Health card from the Social Security before leaving their countries. It is essential that foreign students bring medical insurance from their own country. Students, who don’t have Social Security in their own country, have to report to the International Relations Service on their arrival. A private insurance can be also obtained in Valladolid. It costs approximately 40€/month. List of all the medical centres of Soria: Primary care centre: Paseo del Espolón, 16. Tel.: 975-22-1561. Fax.: 975-22-15-61 Hospital de Soria: Paseo de Santa Bárbara, s/n. Tel.: 975-2343-00. Fax.: 975-23-43-05

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Emergencies: Hospital. Tel.: 975-23-43-12 Cruz Roja. Ambulances. Tel.: 975-22-22-22 8. Climate, cultural characteristics Soria has a continental climate, which means hot summers (average 25ºC) and very cold winters (average 2ºC). Exchange students should bring warm clothing for the winter period. B. INFORMATION ON THE FACULTY The School prepares students to become professional teachers at primary levels. At the end of the three years of these studies the students should have a total amount of 207 credits. Each credit has an equivalence of 10 hours work with the corresponding lecturer or college teacher. The course outline: Both our degrees (Infant Education and Primary Education) have compulsory subjects and optional subjects. Apart from these there is teaching practice in Infant and Primary Schools (Practicum). All these subjects provide the tools for general professional skills (Pedagogy, Didactics, Drama) and for subject knowledge (English, French, Mathematics, Geography, Natural Science, Music, Gymnastics, Arts…. The teaching practice is divided in two periods; in the 2nd year they make one month training practice and in the 3 rd year they make two months of training practice. Throughout all the subjects, theory and practice are combined to provide a desirable balance. For further information see the syllabus at the web site: www.uva.es. See you soon at the

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HOGESCHOOL ROTTERDAM www.hogeschool-rotterdam.nl A. INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The Network Coordinators Department of Secondary Education / lero Janneke Verloop-Meijer (Coordinator International Relations) Museumpark 40 Postbox 25035 3001 HA Rotterdam Tel: 31 10 2414125 Mob: 31 644234823 Fax: 31 10 2415163 E-mail: meijf@hr.nl Department of Primary Education / pabo Mieke Hilster-Verhart Museumpark 40 3015 CX Rotterdam Tel: +31 10 794 4270 Fax: +31 10 2415163 E-mail: m.j.verhart@hr.nl 2. General description Type of institution HR is one of the largest universities of professional education in the Netherlands with approximately 25,000 students and 3,000 staff. All the buildings in Rotterdam are within walking distance of a metro station. HR offers a wide range of studies that train students for certain professions. Practical training at schools and companies in the Netherlands or abroad are an obligatory part of the curriculum.

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HOGESCHOOL ROTTERDAM (HR) offers education in the following fields of study: 1. Arts and Design and Architecture 2. Engineering, chemistry and Nautical studies 3. School of Paramedic Programmes 4. Economy and Business Studies 5. School of Teacher Training in Primary and Secondary Education 6. School of Pedagogy and Social Work 7. School of Management 8. School of Laboratory Programmes Admission and registration procedures The application form for exchange students should be sent to the International Office no later than November 1st 2011 (for Spring semester), together with 2 passport size photos and a copy of your passport. Within one month after the deadline you will receive a letter about your acceptance. From this moment on, you will be in contact with the department you have applied for to gather more information about the program. Upon arrival you will receive a student card and a computer account. 3. Accommodation HR offers rental housing assistance to foreign exchange students enrolled into one of the study programs and thus the opportunity to have community housing (off-campus) available immediately upon arrival. This means that if certain procedures are being followed, students do not have to go through great lengths to find a room in Rotterdam themselves. A minimum stay of 5 months is required. Unfortunately, due to space constraints student housing is not always

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available for all those who may be eligible. Applications are processed on a first-come-first-served basis with priority given to non-EU students and long-term rentals (one semester or more). All of the residence halls and units are co-ed, residence halls are privately owned and within the city limits of Rotterdam. The rent can be between â&#x201A;Ź 375 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 475 per months, excluding charges for energy and water. Please bear in mind that it is very difficult to find a room in Rotterdam at a reasonable price. Procedure for requesting accommodation 4. Cost of living Students need approximately â&#x201A;Ź 700-900 per month (rent included). 5. How to get there By plane: most planes fly to Schiphol Airport, near Amsterdam. It is also possible to fly directly to Rotterdam (Zestienhoven) Airport. By train: there are direct trains to and from Rotterdam to Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris and Hannover. The Faculty of Teacher Education in Rotterdam is located at walking distance from Rotterdam Central Station or ten minutes by metro. 6. Your way into Rotterdam. Upon arrival, see to it that you receive the booklet "Find your way in Rotterdam" from the International Office, a booklet that provides you with all sorts of useful and general information about Rotterdam, its facilities, its educational institutions, health and dental care and other extremely crucial pieces of information. 128

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7. The Faculty of Education, Teacher Training and the School of Pedagogy and Social Work This Faculty prepares students to become professional teachers at primary (age range 4-12 ) or at secondary school level (age range 12 - 16). There are 2 departments for Teacher Training and Teacher education within HR: 1. Teacher training and education for Secondary schools. Located in Rotterdam, Museumpark 40 The Teacher Training department for secondary schools prepares students to become professional teachers in the following subjects: Modern Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Social Sciences: Geography, Social studies, Environmental studies, History, Exact Sciences: Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Biology, 2. Teacher training and education for primary schools, i.e. PABO located both in Rotterdam, Museumpark 40. The Teacher Training department for primary schools prepares students to become teachers in primary school for children aged 4 to 12 . 8. ECTS Higher Education Institutions in The Netherlands all use the European credit system of ECTS system. Students must acquire 60 credits per year.

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B INTERNATIONAL COURSE Once a year there is a five months course from September 1 until February 1 (fall term). The working language is English. This course is organized by the Institute of Primary and Secondary Teacher Training. 1. Target group: The minor is open to Erasmus exchange students from teacher training programmes (age group 4- 18) and students of The Teacher Training Institute Hogeschool Rotterdam who wish to broaden their knowledge of special education in addition to gaining some international experience. 2. Title: International class: Special Educational Needs 3. Introduction: In the day-to-day business of professional practice on a secondary special education institute or special elementary education in a metropolitan environment, the teacher, educationist or social worker is bound to have to deal with children and adolescents with specific developmental needs and learning/behavioral problems. This is an intrinsic part of education and is not easy but poses a genuine challenge as it requires expertise, empathy and creativity. In addition to issues pertaining to the child's needs, we will also take a more thorough look at your way of dealing with issues in a multifaceted educational/pedagogical environment. You will work on these topics at the Hogeschool but, moreover, will also get to be an intern at a school which specializes in special education

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4. International course: We offer a 5 months course in an international setting for Erasmus exchange students. Students who take this minor will get the opportunity to shed light on their vision of Special Educational Needs from an international perspective and research relevant topics from this very frame of reference. The activities which will be employed to explore this are manifold: Lectures, Student Presentations, Guest Lecturers , Role Playing Games, Experiential teaching, usage of own video snippets, SelfTuition, Cooperative learning and visiting professionals at work in the special educational needs sector. 5. Starting date: Beginning of September 2016 until the end of January 2017 (fall term), including a placement or practice in a school. 6. Language: The working language is English. 7. Content: Participants will have to complete a mandatory internship at a participating school for special education or supportive educational track. A portfolio will have to be submitted at the end of the course in which assignments pertaining to the following competencies need to be completed: 1. Interpersonal competence 2. Pedagogical competence 3. Didactic competence 4. Organizational competence 5. Dealing with colleagues 6. Dealing with social environment

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The following professional skills will also be dealt with: 1. Communication: Verbal skills 2. Communication: Written skills The internship will take 10 weeks and will take 1,5 days per week during which you will be expected to prepare and teach 8-10 English lessons which didactic validity will be evaluated. The assignments are geared to the implementation of theoretical knowledge about special education. To this end, language should not be an impediment. Examples of possible assignments are: observing lessons (of which might be said that not knowing the language might be beneficial, as it allows the participant to focus fully on behavior). The student will research a topic within the framework of Special Educational Needs. The research may be linked to something the student wants to consider more thoroughly at your internship but may also entail secondary research. 8. Credits 5 months: ECTS 30 9. Housing: The Studenthousing Office of the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, will inform the students about the housing facilities studenthousingoffice@hro.nl +31 (0)10 794 6237 10. Costs: The rent of a room will be around 475 euros a month for one person. Sometimes less when you share a room. Public transport cost will be around 50 euros a month. A

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bicycle is an option. For living it is different per person but we help you find cheap groceries. Excursion fees are around 70 euros all in all. 11. Application: The closing date is 1st of May 2016. 12. Information about the content of the course: Mieke Hilster-Verhart (primary education) m.j.verhart@hr.nl Janneke Verloop-Meijer (secondary education) meijf@hr.nl

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BUCA FACULTY OF EDUCATION DOKUZ EYLUL UNIVERSITY IZMIR http://international.deu.edu.tr/en/ http://www.deu.edu.tr/DEUWeb/English/Icerik/Icerik.php A. INFORMATION ON THE HOST INSTITUTION AND HOST COUNTRY 1. The Network Coordinator Dr.Burak KARABEY Buca Faculty of Education 35150 Buca –IZMIR/ Turkiye Tel.: +90 232 420 4890 Fax: +90 232 420 4895 E-Mail: burak.karabey@deu.edu.tr 2. The International Coordinator for Buca Faculty Of Education Dr. Halil AYDIN Vice Dean of Buca Faculty of Education 35150 Buca –IZMIR/ Turkiye Tel.: +90 232 420 4890 Fax: +90 232 420 4895 E-Mail: halil.aydin@deu.edu.tr 3. The International Coordinator for Dokuz Eylul University Prof. Dr. Mübeccel Banu DURUKAN SALI Foreign Relations & Erasmus Coordinator Dokuz Eylül University International Office Cumhuriyet Bulvarı No: 144 TR-35210 Alsancak, İzmir-Turkey Tel: +90 232 412 10 28-45 Fax: +90 232 464 81 35 E-Mail: banu.durukan@deu.edu.tr 4. The Academic Calendar Start of Academic year: 28.09.2015 End of the Academic year: 30.05.2016

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Registration for Autumn Semester: 22.09.-25.09.2015 Orientation program for incoming Erasmus Students: 22.09.– 23.09. 2015 Autumn Semester: 28.09.2015-6.01.2016 Examinations: 11.01.-22.01.16 Registration for Spring Semester: 15.02.2016–19.02.2016 Orientation program for incoming Erasmus Students : 8.02 9.02. 2016 Spring Semester: 22.02.–30.05.2016 Final examinations: 6.06.2016–17.06.2016 Deadline for Incoming Erasmus Students 15 October 2011: Deadline for Spring Term 15 May 2012 : Deadline for Fall Term and whole academic year Goals of Education: - Giving information about importance of intercultural dialogue - Expressing the importance and the effects of intercultural dialogue on communication - Explaining the communication skills importance within conflict management - Mentioning about intercultural dialogue, communication and conflict management‟s effects on each other 5. General Description: The Buca Faculty of Education at Dokuz Eylül University, which has been preparing teachers since 1982, was established in 1959 as an Education Institute for Girls. The Institute started its first year with 9 teachers and 60 students which steadily increased in the following ten years. In 1978 all three-year education institutes established for the purpose of training teachers went through restructuring and started to offer four-year programs. With this restructuring, İzmir Girls‟ Education Institute was renamed as İzmir (Buca) Higher Teacher Education School that prepared teachers for high schools.

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The Buca Faculty of Education of Dokuz Eylül University is a four year higher institution which trains qualified prospective teachers to serve in the primary and secondary schools of Turkey. The Faculty of Education offers courses in Primary School Education, Educational Sciences, Social Sciences, Science and Mathematics, Computer Education, Foreign Languages, Turkish Language, Fine Arts and Physical Education. Our faculty and staff consists of 228 academic personnel including 32 professors, 9 associate professors, 68 assistant professors, 59 lecturers, 48 research assistants, 9 instructors, and 3 technical staff member. A total of 8576 students are currently enrolled at our School of which 7833 are undergraduate and 743 are graduate students. The vision of the Education Faculty is to educate the instructors and researchers who will shape the future of our country. In the transition to an information society, the Buca Faculty of Education has dedicated itself to the development and preparation of qualified individuals who are open to change and who are actively contributing to the formation of a “learning” society. Teaching Method Teaching is carried out through lectures, tutorials, laboratories, seminars and practical training. A combination of lecturing, group working and interactive discussion is emphasized in classroom sessions. Assessment and Grading System Students are expected to consistently participate in all activities of classes they are attending. The Department reserves the right to disallow students who systematically skip the activities of attended classes from taking the corresponding final examinations. In most classes, homework is assigned regularly to help students master the course material and develop practical skills. Homework is carried out either individually or collaboratively in small student groups. Evaluation is usually based on assigned homework, written and oral examinations, etc. Special efforts are made to employ continuous evaluation as much as possible. Students are informed about the specific procedure of teaching and evaluation for each class from the class instructor. One midterm and one final examination are given for each course in theoretical and / or practical

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form(unless otherwise indicated in course description). Student‟s grade is calculated by adding up 40% of mid-term and 60% of final examination. Points Grades 90 – 100 AA 85 – 89 BA 80 – 84 BB 75 – 79 BC 70 – 74 CC (Passing grade) 65 - 69 DC (fail) 60 - 64 DD 55 - 59 DF below 55 FF Career Opportunities A high percentage of our graduates are employed in teaching within a year after graduation in preprimary, primary and secondary schools at public and private sector. Our students can also pursue an academic career by enrolling in the graduate programs our school offers. Additional Information Degrees Offered The Buca Faculty of Education offers degress at both the undergrauate and graduate level. Our School currently offers undergraduate degrees in 9 departments and 14 programs and a non-thesis Masters degree in 7 joint undergraduate-graduate programs. Degrees are offered in the fields of Educational Sciences, Primary Education, Turkish, Foreign Languages, Instructional Technology and Computing, Secondary School Social Studies, Education, Secondary School Science and Mathematics Education, Fine Arts, and Physical Education 6. Admission and registration procedures: Each application must have been approved by your home institution. In that way, you do not have to pay a tuition fee at BEF. Fill out an Application Form and send it to the BEF International Office. Attach 2 passport-sized photographs, a photocopy of your ID or passport, a transcripts of records (=

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list of study results) of the previous years and a copy of your health insurance and third party liability insurance abroad. Deadline: before 15 May, if you are only planning on studying at HUB during the second semester, the deadline is 15 October. After receipt of your Application Form, an information package will be sent to your home address. Send a Learning Agreement to the International Office. On this form you must mention which courses you would like to follow during your stay. Deadline: the Learning Agreement must have been sent in by 30 June. If your Erasmus period at BEF is limited to the second semester, the deadline is 1 November. Once you have completed your registration, submitted all required documents, and the International Office has approved your registration, you will be considered a BEF student. Congratulations! 7. Academic requirements: All Erasmus students should be registered as a student in an institutions that has received a European University Charter from the European Commission. 8. Linguistic requirements: If you want to take courses from one of our Turkish-taught professional bachelor programmes, you need to be proficient in the Turkish language. The level of proficiency is assessed by means of an oral and written test. DEU also provides Erasmus students a language course in Turkish. It starts at the beginning of March and ends in the first week of June for three hours a week. 9. Accommodation: The Buca Faculty of Education provides dormitory on campus for girls only. However, Erasmus students both males and females can stay at the university housing which is only 20 minutes from Buca Faculty of Education. There are also

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private student hostels around the campus in which arrangenments can be made when notified to the iinternational office. School hostels cost an average 100€ a month whereas private student hostels cost 200€-300€ am month. Breakfast is included in the room fee. 10. University facilities: The main areas of activity of the Department of Culture, Health and Sports of DEU are 1. Management of all sorts of sanitary services and establishing new sanitary centres. 2. Organising various activities in fields of fine arts and sport. 3. Supporting students in terms of finance, accomodation, recreation, leisure activities, transportation and postgraduate guidance. 4. Psychological consultance and guidance for students. 5. Doing research concerning the fields under its competence and publishing their outcomes. 6. Organising in-service training programmes in order to ensure the efficiency of the personnel. 7. Providing facilities such as accomodation, sport centres and camping places in order to achieve abovementioned goals. Some of the facilities provided by the Directorate of Health, Culture and Sport Affairs are as follows: Healthcare Services Additional to the central medico-social unit located in BucaKaynaklar, the university owns 5 health offices located in Bornova , Narlıdere , Alsancak and Buca campuses. These units and offices provide medical treatment facilities without any payment except for a symbolic fee of 1 TL, which corresponds approximately to 15 pence or 20 cents. Seferihisar Student Training Camp Our university owns a student camp located on the Aegean Sea coast around Seferihisar (approx. 40 minutes from the city centre), which is available for 200 students. The camp is provided with social

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and sanitary facilities available for 24 hours a day. 10. Cost of living Personal expenses of a single student, including accommodation, meals, study materials and travelling in Izmir can amount to approximately 500 EUR per month. 11. Climate, cultural characteristics Climate People coming to Izmir can expect long, hot summers and mild, rainy winters. The total precipitation for Izmir averages 27.8 inches per year; however, 77 percent of that falls during November through March. The average maximum temperatures during the winter months vary between 4C to 10 C. Although it's rare, snow has been recorded in Izmir in January and February. The summer months -- June through September - bring average daytime temperatures of 28 C degrees or higher. Many people install fans or air conditioners to cool their apartments. The City of İzmir The city known as "The "Pearl of the Aegean" is the Turkey's third largest city after Istanbul and Ankara, with a population of 3 million people, and the second most important port. Izmir is a modern city brimming with life and for many years it has enjoyed a reputation for its cosmopolitan city culture. The long attractive palm-fringed promenade, Birinci Kordon, which stretches the entire length of the city up to the Alsancak Ferry Terminal, is a popular spot for evening walks, and there are many cafes along the waterfront. Izmir has a good selection of culture and entertainment, from the Archaeological and Ethnographic Museums, to the Izmir State Opera and Ballet and Izmir State Symphony Orchestra, to the many bars and clubs. The cosmopolitan and lively city gets even busier during the International Izmir Festival (mid-June to mid-July) with music and dance, with performances also in nearby Cesme and Ephesus. The region offers a wide range of recreational opportunities such as swimming, sailing and other water sports from April through October and yachting, horseback riding, archery, trekking, and ice skating. Izmir has been at the centre of the most historically significant locations due to the sacred places belonging to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The existence of holy places in the vicinity of Izmir such as Virgin Mary's House, the Basilica of St.John and the Grotto

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of Seven Sleepers and the Seven Churches of Revelation built to serve the spread of Christianity, has made Izmir a important place of Pilgrimage

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