University Network for Internationalisation in Teacher Education Cologne
UNITE Cologne
The University of Cologne would like to use the "Internationalisation of Teacher Training" funding programme of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) to strengthen the successful establishment and expansion of worldwide and teacher training related university partnerships with a focus on multidisciplinary cooperation with the Project UNITE Cologne.
The Center for Teacher Education (ZfL), the Department International Mobility and the teacher educating faculties are jointly developing the University Network for Internationalisation in Teacher Education Cologne (UNITE). Existing partnerships lay the foundation for the expansion of a new university-wide network in teacher education at our university. The structured recognition of academic achievement during the stay abroad will make it more effective for students from all teaching professions. The starting point for these considerations is consequently the preparation, support and follow-up of the stay abroad as well as the internationalisation at home.
The main aim of the project UNITE Cologne is to create a cross-faculty and cross-phase structure, visible and attractive for students, colleagues and potential new partner universities. The interesting task is to design an offer suitable for all student teachers and at the same time to use university partnerships across subjects and teaching professions. For this purpose, the implementation of the following measures is planned.
International Summer School 2024
International Workshops
International Voices on Education
Digital Tandem Teaching
BaTEG-Thementage
Aims of UNITE Cologne
- Measure 1: Establishment of interdepartmental coordination at the Center for Teacher Education to bundle international activities in teacher training courses and to (further) develop an overall strategy for the internationalisation of teacher training at the University.
- Measure 2: Expansion and creation of (new) university and school partnerships in the (different) teacher training courses.
- Measure 3: Implementation of an intercultural preparation of the stays abroad in the teaching profession.
- Measure 4: Increasing the number of outgoing students by means of an accompanied scholarship programme, organized by the ZfL and the Department International Mobility.
- Measure 5: Strengthening and expansion of offers in the field of internationalisation at home.
- Measure 6: Summer School teacher training.
- Action 7: Strengthen the existing inter-faculty and inter-institutional guidance and information services.
Partner Universities of UNITE Cologne
Universidad Nacional de San Martín, Argentina
UNSAM, Argentine state university founded in 1992, has become a leader in higher education, research, cultural development and social transformation. More than a hundred undergraduate and graduate programmes are offered in a variety of fields, which include the following:
- Science and Technology: Degrees in Engineering, such as, Telecommunications, Electronic, Environmental, Materials, Energy, Biomedical, Agricultural Biotechnology, Industrial, Nuclear, Space, Aquacultural, Food and Transportation; and undergraduate degrees in Medical Physics, Biotechnology and Environmental Studies
- Humanities and Social Sciences: Including degrees in Management, Economics, Political Sciences, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Philosophy, Local Development, as well as many others.
- Arts: Covering areas such as Circus, Contemporary Dance, Photography, Documentary Filmmaking, Object and Puppet Theatre, and Cultural Heritage Preservation and Restoration.
- Other areas: Degrees in Health Sciences—such as Occupational Therapy, Prostheses and Orthoses —and Architecture, Design and Urbanism.
The campus is built around former railway lines and train repairshop buildings, and it has become a privileged space for teaching, research, cultural development and social interaction among members of UNSAM’s community.
It has developed strong, research-led partnerships with a range of leading universities in the world: UNSAM has signed nearly 400 international agreements, which have resulted in various research projects, as well as students and teachers’ exchange programmes. The University is constantly open to new partnerships based on academic exchanges, teaching, joint research projects, special programmes and innovation with universities and institutions.
UNSAM has to offer a range of courses in Education, and some complementary training for teachers: http://www.unsam.edu.ar/escuelas/humanidades/carreras.asp
Universität Salzburg, Austria
With the new curriculum of 2019, the University of Salzburg as part of the ”Cluster Mitte” (a cluster of cooperating universities, which encompasses study sites in Salzburg and Upper Austria) offers ample opportunities for teacher training students.
The teacher-training programme is based upon four pillars: two subjects, which can be chosen and combined according to the teacher trainee’s liking; comprehensive teaching methodology and pedagogy; and, what makes us stand out from other universities, five phases of practical teacher training (internships) in secondary schools. After graduating from our teacher-training programme, the teacher is qualified to work in any type of secondary school: polytechnic schools, special needs education, general secondary schools (AHS) and/or vocational secondary schools (BMHS).
The subjects we offer are PE; Arts; Biology and Environmental Education; Chemistry; Nutrition and Housekeeping; Geography and Economy; History, Social Studies and Political Education; Technical Work; Computer Science and IT Management; Catholic Religion; Mathematics; Music; Physics; Psychology and Philosophy; Textile Work; Basic Vocational Training; Technology and Basic Vocational Training: Management as well as 8 languages, namely German; English; French; Italian; Greek; Latin; Russian and Spanish. Additionally, we offer two specialization programmes, namely Inclusive Pedagogy and School & Religion, which are equivalent to a full subject.
For further information on our teacher-training programme and the University of Salzburg, please consult these sites:
Mount Royal University, Canada
Our Vision: "Creating exceptional learning experiences for a world of possibilities".
Learning has no borders. To ensure the richest education possible, Mount Royal University has built an international education programme that is widely regarded as a leading-edge. Through the development and delivery of programmes related to student mobility and faculty exchanges, and through the provision of specialized student supports dedicated to our international student population, our focus is to ensure Mount Royal students can have the opportunity to enrich their education and expand their understanding of the world.
Department of Education:
The Mount Royal University — Bachelor of Education — Elementary (B. Ed.) is a direct entry four-year degree programme. Starting in the first year of study, teacher candidates gain hands-on experience in schools — an experience that continues during each semester of the programme supported through our professional development school model. The collaborative and challenging educational environment features innovative teaching practices that push beyond the ordinary, including digital, place-based and experiential learning. Our teacher candidates and graduates value reflective engagement and are committed to creating strong community relationships.
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Tallinn University, Estonia
Tallinn University is a partner in 14 European Union regional programme projects and coordinates one of them, titled Learning Layers. We also participate in the EU Horizon 2020 framework programme both as a partner and as a coordinator. The university has agreements with 43 partner universities in 21 countries and more than 490 Erasmus+ partnership agreements; we are a member of four international networks of higher education institutions, and our researchers and lecturers actively contribute to the activities of their professional networks. The university is increasingly international with 10% of staff member coming from abroad as well as increasing numbers of international students.
The School of Educational Sciences is the oldest academic unit in Tallinn University that conducts studies on the three levels of higher education, continuing education and research, development and creative activities in the following study areas: teacher education and educational science, non-formal education and lifelong learning, inclusive education and educational leadership and innovation. In the area of subject teacher education there is a strong interdisciplinary cooperation with all the other institutes of Tallinn University.
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Uppsala University, Sweden
The mission of Uppsala University is to gain and disseminate knowledge for the benefit of humankind and for a better world. The University rests on the idea and fundamental belief that investments in education and research contribute to a better future. The ultimate goal is for research and education to make a difference in society in the long term. Our University will put all its breadth and combined strength into supporting sustainable development, engaging with the wider community and promoting openness and respect.
Courses and study programmes at the Department of Education:
The Department of Education offers courses in several main fields of study and subjects, generally taught in Swedish. Courses taught in English at the undergraduate and advanced level are offered to our exchange students. The department also offers an international Master Programme in Sociology of Education taught in English.
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Universidad de Guadalajara, Mexico
The University of Guadalajara, located in Western Mexico, has become a reference for the training of education professionals focused on teaching foreign languages thanks to two degree programmes: in Teaching English as a Foreign Language and in Didactics of French as a Foreign Language. Additionally, this institution offers graduate programmes to train researchers and teachers with two master's degrees in English, a binational master's degree in German (University of Leipzig - University of Guadalajara) and with the upcoming opening of a second binational master's degree in French, associated with the University of Rennes.
These curricula have the common objective of highlighting the importance of teaching and learning foreign languages in the Spanish-speaking American context, as well as promoting the understanding between different societies and cultures.
At the end of their studies, the academic training of the graduates allows them to integrate as a workforce in educational institutions from the basic to the higher levels, whether in public or private institutions. In addition, they can work in the area of research, public administration focused on education, the development of teaching materials and evaluation instruments, or even the development of courses for specialized audiences.
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University of Namibia, Namibia
The Faculty of Education at the University of Namibia is the largest out of eight faculties at the University of Namibia. To ensure equitable access to teacher education programmes across the country, our undergraduate programmes are offered on six different campuses (including the Southern Campus) across the country. All satellite campuses offer the Bachelor of Education-degree in Pre- and Lower Primary Education, preparing teachers to teach in grades 0 – 3 as well as children between the ages of 5 - 9 years old. The curriculum focuses on the effective teaching of literacy and numeracy acquisition in the early grades, as well as on innovative education practices in the children's own environments.The Main Campus in Windhoek, as well as the Hifikipunye Pohamba (HP) Campus offer a Bachelor of Education-degree in secondary school teaching. At the HP campus students are trained in the teaching of Science school subjects, i.e. Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics education. The Main campus offers all the combinations of secondary school subjects in the country.
The University of Namibia is in the process of restructuring current academic faculties and administrative units. The Faculty of Education will merge with the Faculty of Humanities and Social Science and will add teacher education programmes involving Vocational Education, Higher and Comparative Education, as well as STEAME (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics Education). The FoEHS is strongly encouraging an integrated approach to teaching and learning, with a focus on practical and collaborative learning experiences.
For more information visit the Homepage of the Faculty of Education or get into contact with us.
University of South Alabama, USA
The University of South Alabama offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programmes in teacher education.
Through a combination of classroom and intensive field experiences, prospective primary teachers (K-6 Teacher Education) master the professional skills needed to provide systematic, individualized instruction to all students, promote student welfare, and serve as effective professional team members across diverse educational settings.
The Secondary Teacher Education programme is designed to prepare individuals to work with students in grades 6-12 in a specific content area. Students may choose to study General Sciences, Mathematics, Language Arts, Social Studies.
For more information visit the Homepage of the Faculty of Education or get into contact with the university.
Students from Cologne have the option to do an internship with professors in the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literature.
Hanoi National University of Education, Vietnam
Hanoi National University of Education (HNUE) was founded in 1951 and is the oldest and top teacher education provider in Vietnam. HNUE seeks to attract a diverse group of talented students from across the nation and around the world to educate them to be teachers, lecturers, researchers and scholars in schools, colleges, universities and institutions.
HNUE offers a full range of degree programmes. Especially interesting for international students is an English study program which covers for example Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Maths, IT, Primary Education and English language. Numerous other study opportunities are also available by mutual agreement.
For more information visit the University homepage or get into contact with us.