We are delighted to invite you to the 2020 Léargas Forum, which will be held virtually for the first time!
As we cannot gather as we usually do, we are hosting our annual flagship event online. Our next event is on the morning of Tuesday 10 November. We will explore the impact and experience of European programmes over the last seven years in Ireland. Register to reserve your place now!
10 November - Léargas Research Forum 2020 - The Impact & Experience of European Programmes in Ireland
Léargas Research Forum 2020: The Impact and Experience of European Programmes in Ireland
10am, Tuesday 10 November
We have an interesting and insightful morning planned where we will explore the experiences of Irish organisations in European programmes over the past seven years, and the impact that participation has had on their sectors. We will have six presentations on research findings:
- The Impact of Erasmus+ on Modern Foreign Languages in Ireland
Dr. Britta C. Jung, Irish Research Council Post-doctoral Fellow - Tracing the Impact of European Work Experience on VET learners from Ireland
Charis Hughes, Léargas - Good Practice Case Studies in Erasmus+ Youth Strategic Partnerships
Anne Molloy, RAY Network/Léargas - Key Action 1 Mobility: Connecting Adult Education in Ireland to its Rich Tapestry of Values, Philosophy and Community of Practice in Europe
Denise Shannon, Léargas - Should I Stay or Should I Go? Exploring the Impact of Erasmus+ on Students and Staff in Irish Higher Education
Dr Magdalena Staniek, Researcher - Ready, Steady, Bake! eTwinning, Transition and Initial Teacher Education
Una Murray, Teacher Educator - Trinity College Dublin
Join us for a lively morning session from 10am to 12:30 online on 10 November.
Return to TopLéargas Forum 2020: Celebrating Achievements and Exploring New Opportunities in Europe
10am, Tuesday 03 November
Read all about the Léargas Forum on our blog, and explore highlights including:
- Keynote from Léargas Executive Director, Lorraine Gilligan
- Information about the new Erasmus programme 2021-2027
- Highlights of the Erasmus+ Programme 2014-2020, with inspirational contributions, key moments and discussion of challenges
- A motivating and celebratory message from European Commissioner for Equality, Helena Dalli
- A thought-provoking panel discussion about What’s happened and what’s next? Reflecting on a challenging year and exploration of future possibilities of European programmes
- Discussion sessions – a space to engage with Léargas staff and fellow participants on key themes that underpin European collaboration, and explore how European collaboration can respond to our current challenging times.