In today’s fast-changing world, teaching is no longer confined to the four walls of a classroom. Traditional lessons now often coexist with virtual classes, pushing educators to rethink how to keep learning engaging, interactive, and fun.
The new edition of the course “Making the most of new technologies, apps and social media in the
classroom” focused exactly on these topics. This session took place in Palermo from 17th to 23rd August 2025. Participants came from all across Europe, including Maša and Tjaša from OŠ Vodice in Slovenia, István from Szegedi Radnoti Miklos Kiserleti Gimnazium in Hungary, Dajana and Elvira from SŠ Jure Kaštelan Omiš in Croatia, Anna and Barbara from IV Luceum Ogólnokształcące im. płk. pil. Eugeniusza Horbaczewskiego in Poland, Gabriele from HAK Grazbachgasse in Austria, João from vhs Regensburger Land e.V. in Germany, Ester and Irene from CPIFP Los Viveros in Spain, and María Teresa from Studieskolen in Denmark.
​During the course, participants explored a wide range of technological tools and learned how to integrate them into both traditional and virtual teaching methods. The course also covered the use of tools for collecting and sharing resources. Participants discovered platforms that allow them to gather and enrich videos, images, texts, PDFs, and other materials, and then share them with their students. These tools proved especially useful for providing context in scientific subjects, supporting foreign language learning, or encouraging students to engage more deeply with lesson content. They also practiced using collaborative walls and interactive presentations, where every student can contribute ideas and provide real-time feedback, fostering a richer and more complete learning environment.
Another key aspect was interactive learning, focusing on how digital presentations can transform a
lesson into a two-way experience. Through polls, word clouds, and live questions, teachers learned
how to better capture students’ attention and encourage participation, even from the most reserved learners. These dynamics were also linked to gamification, exploring how game-based elements can increase motivation, attention, and engagement. Special attention was given to the use of artificial intelligence in schools, showing how AI can support teachers in creating engaging content, providing instant feedback, and personalising the learning experience according to each student’s needs.
Educators also practiced creating interactive video lessons, which are particularly useful for explaining complex topics step by step and can later be reused as revision materials. In addition, they explored ICT-based assessment tools applicable to diagnostic, formative, and summative evaluation, enabling closer monitoring of student progress. Online quizzes were also included, offering a fun and effective way to assess knowledge while keeping students motivated.
Another achievement was learning how to design and personalize their own websites, adding pages, blogs, or portfolios—powerful resources that enhance both online and face-to-face teaching.

By the end of the course, participants left Bologna with new knowledge, practical skills, and a set of digital tools ready to be applied in their classrooms. They gained confidence in using technology to foster creativity, participation, and attention, transforming learning into a dynamic, interactive, and motivating experience, both online and in person.

Discover more about this course here.