We are pleased to announce that the DigiFLEd project has entered a new phase — training in the implementation of digital innovation in language teaching.

At this stage, representatives of seven Ukrainian universities are doing specially developed educational and methodological modules created by European partner universities. These modules are aimed at improving the efficiency of educational practices and introducing modern information and communication technologies (ICT) into the educational process, which meets the needs of modern digital education.

Training programme

Training modules cover a wide range of areas related to the use of digital technologies in language teaching.

National University of Ireland Maynooth (NUIM):

• Moodle Online Course Design Essentials (Moodle Basics);
• Gamification and Engagement in FL Teaching.

University of Western Macedonia (UOWM)

• Multimedia content creation for Education & Theories and Principles of Multimedia Learning;
• Digital storytelling;
• Digital tools for creation, communication and collaboration;
• Virtual and Augmented Reality;
• Communication and Digital Media;
• Supporting university virtual centres.

Tampere University (TAU)

• Digital Tools for Language Teaching;
• Writing for Research Publication Purposes.

Representatives of Ukrainian partner universities will soon have the opportunity to attend the following courses:

• Developing an online course on Ukrainian Language and Culture (NUIM);
• Digital Applications in Language and Literature Studies (UoWM);
• Translation Technology / Trados and machine translation (TAU).

Aims and objectives

Training plays a vital role in the DigiFLEd project, which focuses on creating innovative opportunities for language learning, modernizing educational programs at Ukrainian Schools of Foreign Languages, and seamlessly integrating ICT tools into the educational process.

The main focus areas are:

• Developing digital literacy among teachers and students;
• Creating interactive, accessible, and inclusive educational materials;
• Introducing multimedia technologies and virtual learning environments.

The successful completion of this stage will not only enhance the quality of education at the Schools of Foreign Languages in Ukrainian higher education institutions but also foster international collaboration, promote the exchange of expertise, and drive the integration of innovations into the educational process.

The DigiFLEd project unites the efforts of universities to create a modern education model that meets the challenges of the global digital society and prepares students for successful careers.