New Computer-based Practice tests by Cambridge ESOL

As the number of queries received on Computer-based testing is on the increase on a day-to-day basis, Cambridge ESOL has developed some new, online practice tests on this very flexible format that will hopefully provide a clearer picture of the test’s appearance and functionality. Available through the Cambridge ESOL website, the tests can be found by following the link below:http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/exams-info/computer-based-practice.html ...more

Conclusions of the European e-Skills 2009 Conference

The European e -Skills 2009 conference held late last year in Brussels delivered key messages on the developments and significance of e-skills for the European economy and society.Experts from governments, academia, associations, trade unions and industry emphasised the importance of e-skills and professionalism for innovation and business value creation.While ICT increases its importance in strategic and operational aspects of the economy and society, it is now a key component of the new skills requirements for new jobs. ...more

eTwinning Prizes 2010: The Winners!

1st Primary School of Neo Psychiko among the winners On 5 February, the winners and runners-up of the eTwinning Prizes 2010 competition were awarded during a prize-giving ceremony in Seville, Spain.The top eTwinning projects from the 2008-2009 school year, were awarded during the annual eTwinning Conference 2010 in Seville, Spain. ...more

Panhellenic University Entrance Exams

Changes in the format and content of foreign languages exams Translation is dropped.The content and the format of the foreign languages tests of the Panhellenic University Entrance Exams have changed. ...more

E-journal bridges for foreign language learning

Pupils from three countries (Italy, Greece and France) are going to exchange mails and collaborate to create an e-journal.Subjects: Cross Curricular, European Studies, Foreign Languages, Geography,History of Culture,Informatics/ICT,Language and Literature,Media Education.Languages:English.Pupil’s age: 14 - 15.Tools to be used: Chat, e-mail, Forum, MP3, Other software (PowerPoint, video, pictures and drawings), Virtual learning environment (communities, virtual classes), Web publishing.Based on kit: E-journal bridges for foreign language learning Aims: Help the students develop their IT skills and improve their English. They will exchange and compare ideas about different subjects with their foreign partners. They will learn how to organise an e-journal,etc. ...more

The first City & Guilds Seminar Tour 2010 continues…

As part of the first City & Guilds Seminar Tour for 2010 The City & Guilds Language Certification Department has already visited 5 cities around Greece receiving very good feedback. The City & Guilds Language Certification Department will visit 5 more locations later this month and in March. The seminars are led by George Vassilakis, Director Language Certification, and Academic Associate, George Lampropoulos. ...more