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Exciting News for the Faculty of Education UP! 🎉📚 The #AustrianGovernment, through the #AustrianDevelopmentCooperation and the #APPEAR program (Austrian Partnership Programme in Higher Education Research and Development), has officially approved a two-year research project for the Faculty of Education at the University of Prishtina. 📝✨ The project, “Preparing Transformative Teachers for Developing Democracies”, will be implemented in partnership with the University of Graz 🇦🇹🤝🇽🇰. Over the next two years, professors and students from both institutions will collaborate to: 🔍 Analyze existing civic education programs 🛠 Develop effective models for teaching democratic values and citizenship 📊 Strengthen research capacities and produce joint scientific publications This milestone marks the first project from Kosova under the APPEAR program, showcasing the University of Prishtina's progress in advancing #scientificresearch and contributing to #socialdevelopment in the Republic of Kosova. 🌟 We are proud to continue our close and productive partnership with Austrian higher education institutions and the Austrian state. Together, we aim to #prepareteachers who will advocate for democratic values and inspire future generations! 🧑🏫🌍 #EducationForDemocracy #UniversityOfPrishtina #ResearchCollaboration #TeacherEducation #CivicEducation #Kosova #Austria #HigherEducation #APPEARProgram

✨ Highlights from the #Symposium on #SituationalAnalysis of Value-Based and Inclusive Education in Kosovo! #VALUED 📅 On 12 December, the Faculty of Education UP at the University of Prishtina hosted a symposium that brought together 📌 Representatives from the Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, the Kosovo Pedagogical Institute and municipal education directorates, school pedagogues, teachers, university professors, NGO partners, and project collaborators. The event focused on presenting findings from the #needsassessment and #baselineanalysis on #valuebased and #inclusiveeducation in Kosovo. Participants engaged in fruitful discussions to identify practical recommendations and strategies for improvement. 🎯 Key Highlights: 🎤 Opening speeches by Mrs. Shqipe Gashi Ramadani (MESTI) and Dr. Blerta Perolli Shehu (Vice Dean for Science and Development, Faculty of Education). 📊 Findings presented by Dr. Fjolla Kacaniku , focusing on: 🏛️ Policies and Enabling Environment 🏫 School Resources and Infrastructure 📚 Teacher Competencies and Professional Development 💡 Perceptions and Attitudes of Stakeholders 🔑 Key Takeaways: ✅ The need for comprehensive frameworks embedding values into education policies and practices. ✅ Strengthening teacher professional development with targeted programs on value-based education. ✅ Promoting school autonomy and improving infrastructure to support inclusive practices. ✅ Enhancing collaboration among stakeholders to address gaps and foster a democratic culture in schools. 💬 The discussions explored innovative strategies to integrate values into lesson plans, empower teachers to manage classroom conflicts, and promote equity and respect through literature and teaching methodologies. This symposium represents a major step forward in #advancingvaluebased and #inclusiveeducation in Kosovo. The insights and recommendations will serve as a foundation for impactful policy revisions and interventions. 👏 A huge thank you to all participants for their contributions and dedication to improving education in Kosovo! 🌍 About the Project: This initiative is co-funded by the European Commission and implemented by: 🤝 Faculty of Education - UP 🤝 University of Prizren (UPz) 🤝 Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI) 🤝 Universität Graz (UG) 🤝 Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) 🤝 Kosova Education Center (KEC) 🤝 EdGuard Institute (EdG) Together, we aim to build a more inclusive and value-driven education system for all! #InclusiveEducation 🌟 #ValueBasedEducation 📘 #EducationForAll 🌍 #DemocraticCulture 🗳️ #KosovoEducation ✏️ #FacultyOfEducation 💡

As part of the project "Enhance teacher’s capacity to deliver quality education for improved learning outcomes of children, adolescents, and youth," funded by UNICEF in Kosovo and implemented by the Faculty of Education, University of Prishtina, we have successfully conducted the training of trainers for skills-based programs – UPSHIFT, PODIUM, and PONDER developed by UNICEF. 🌟📚 This training, oriented through advanced practices, will enable the academic staff of the Faculty of Education to train pre-service and in-service teachers, promoting skill development and improving educational practices through these innovative programs. 🚀👩🏫👨🏫 This is an important step for the continuous development of education and for equipping young children with the skills needed to face the challenges of the 21st century. 🌍💡

Tkaedite: Transforming the Kosovo and Albanian Education System by introducing Digital Technology in teacher education! ✨📚 As part of the TKaEDiTE project, the STEAM Lab of the Faculty of Education, University of Prishtina welcomed students from grades K1-9 for a day filled with innovative activities aimed at strengthening their 21st-century skills through integrated STEAM education. The team from the University of Oulu guided the students through introductory activities, dividing them into groups and setting the goals for the day. The main challenge was to create a tool to support reading in children, using elements of modeling and 3D printing. Through the process of ideation and prototype development, the students gained hands-on experience in solving creative problems. The activity concluded with the presentation of prototypes by the students, offering opportunities for feedback from classmates and mentors. 🌍🤖 #educationforall #edtech #tkaedite #capacitybuilding #naorobot #TransformingEducation

Tkaedite: Transforming the Kosovo and Albanian Education System by Introducing Digital Technology in Teacher Education! ✨📚🤖 As part of the TKaEDiTE project, training sessions were held at the Faculty of Education, University of Prishtina for the staff of the Faculty of Education and teachers from K1-12. This project aims to modernize education by integrating the latest technology and empowering educators. Through the use of the advanced Nao humanoid robot, we provided innovative training for staff and teachers, as well as capacity-building programs aimed at improving teaching methods and addressing challenges in the learning process. We would like to thank the Professors from University of Oulu, Prof. Jari Lara and Assoc. Iris Kivioja, Assoc. Affan Toor from Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Prof. Assoc. Fisnik Dalipi and Prof. Assoc. Mexhid Ferati from Linnaeus University, who joined us to provide training for our teachers and staff. 🌍🤖 #EducationForAll #EdTech #Innovation #Tkaedite #CapacityBuilding #NaoRobot #TransformingEducation

🌟 With the support of the Faculty of Education, #Kosovo is making progress towards membership in EERA! 🌟 👨🏫 Under the leadership of Dean Blerim Saqipi Saqipi, seven researchers from the Faculty of Education UP participated in the annual EERA European Educational Research Association conference, the leading research event in Europe, which coincided with the 30th anniversary of its founding. 🎉 🤝 Additionally, a meeting with EERA's executive board was held regarding Kosovo's membership. The University of Prishtina applied last year for candidate status in this association, and this year secured all the benefits of participating in the research networks within EERA. ✅ 🌍 Full membership is expected to culminate in the establishment of a national network of researchers in the future, a process that will be supported by the Faculty of Education. 📈 🔍 At the #ECER2024 conference, participants from the Faculty of Education UP presented the following research: 📚 🚀 Navigating change: Exploring the interplay between teachers' perceived challenges in curriculum reform and self-efficacy 🏫 Reflecting on school results: Organisational culture and its alignment with planned changes 📖 Teacher leadership: A review of literature on the conceptualization and outcomes of teacher leadership 😓 Emotional dynamics and burnout in teacher identity formation: A study on curriculum reform implementation in Kosovo 📊 Additionally, a #symposium was offered on the topic: Educational Justice in Kosovo seen through international assessment data, including: 🧑🎓 Student-centered teaching practices to enhance students’ reading performance ⚖️ Kosovan perspective on gender equity These presentations were the result of two research projects conducted by teams of academic staff over the past two years as institutional projects funded by the University of Prishtina and the HERAS+ Higher Education, Research and Applied Science Plus project. 💡 🎯 The primary requirement for #EERA membership is the volume and quality of research, and the activities of recent years are evidence that soon, under the leadership of the Faculty of Education, Kosovo will be represented as a member in this European network. 🇽🇰 🔗 More information: https://eera-ecer.de 📌 Currently, only 4 European countries are not members of EERA. 🌍

🌟 Exciting News from the Faculty of Education UP! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking advancement in our approach to education through technology. A special welcome to NAO FEduBot 🤖, our first humanoid robot, in what is undoubtedly the most innovative educational space in the country and beyond! 🎉 The University of Prishtina remains committed to fostering an environment that supports research and innovation for both students and faculty. This commitment is exemplified by our financial backing of the research project, "The Impact of Humanoid Robots in Learning Environments," led by Asst Prof. Krenare Pireva Nuci together with our dedicated project team Asst Prof. Blerta Perolli Shehu, Asoc Prof. Kyvete Shatri, Asst Prof. Albulena Metaj, Asst Jete Aliu, Asst Arian Musliu and Asst Vlera Jashari With FEduBot 🤖, we are setting new standards in educational research and creating a transformative learning experience for everyone involved. 📚💡 Welcome home, FEduBot! Let’s pave the way for a richer learning experience at Faculty of Education UP. 🌐✨ #Innovation #Education #Technology #Research #HumanoidRobots #FacultyofEducation #UniversityOfPrishtina

🌟 Exciting News from the Faculty of Education UP! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking advancement in our approach to education through technology. A special welcome to NAO FEduBot 🤖, our first humanoid robot, in what is undoubtedly the most innovative educational space in the country and beyond! 🎉 The University of Prishtina remains committed to fostering an environment that supports research and innovation for both students and faculty. This commitment is exemplified by our financial backing of the research project, "The Impact of Humanoid Robots in Learning Environments," led by Asst Prof. Krenare Pireva Nuci together with our dedicated project team Asst Prof. Blerta Perolli Shehu, Asoc Prof. Kyvete Shatri, Asst Prof. Albulena Metaj, Asst Jete Aliu, Asst Arian Musliu and Asst Vlera Jashari With FEduBot 🤖, we are setting new standards in educational research and creating a transformative learning experience for everyone involved. 📚💡 Welcome home, FEduBot! Let’s pave the way for a richer learning experience at Faculty of Education UP. 🌐✨ #Innovation #Education #Technology #Research #HumanoidRobots #FacultyofEducation #UniversityOfPrishtina

🎉 Successfully concluded the #KICER2024 Conference University of Prishtina! 🎉 The International Conference on #EducationalResearch #KICER2024 wrapped up with the highest participation of researchers and professionals in educational research from the region and beyond. 🌍📚 Day two of #KICER2024 kicked off with two keynote presentations Dr. Jari Laru from University of Oulu shared the latest policies on legal acts aimed at regulating the fair use of artificial intelligence at both the European and Finnish levels. The use of #AIinEducation remains a contemporary challenge that must not be neglected by educational authorities and institutions of all levels. 🤖📖 The Dean of the Faculty of Education UP, Prof. Asoc. Blerim Saqipi, also delivered a keynote speech presenting the findings of the FEdu institutional study on teachers' professional behaviors towards the implementation of curriculum reform. The study highlighted the need for continuous support for teachers to improve various aspects of teaching and its transformation in line with student needs and recent social and technological changes. 🧑🏫🔍 The conference continued with a roundtable discussion led by Prof. Dr. Dukagjin Pupovci on school organizational structures and their effective management, attended by around 20 invited participants, mainly from school management structures, teachers, and educational researchers. 🏫🗣️ Simultaneously, two rounds of parallel sessions were held, presenting over 30 other scientific studies covering the planned conference topics. 📑🔬 Additionally, part of the second day of #KICER2024 was the organisation of a training session for primary teachers on implementing #STEAM in their classrooms. This workshop was led by Prof. Asoc. Fatlume Berisha from the Faculty of Education and Amanda Turici from ILG School (International Learning Group School) in Prishtina. 🧪🧩 The conference concluded with the final poster presentation session, where about 12 young researchers presented their studies and received constructive feedback from numerous participants 📊📝 #KICER2024 #FEdu #FEduUP #UP