Looking back at our impact in Europe's education

Discover what European Schoolnet achieved last year in close collaboration with our network of Ministries of education, teachers, policymakers, researchers, industry partners and other organisations in our 2024 Annual report.

We are proud to share European Schoolnet's Annual report for 2024, showcasing how our network and community are helping education systems across Europe respond to key challenges. From nurturing STEM talent and supporting digital literacy, to promoting cross-sector collaboration and sharing evidence-based innovation, our work continues to empower teachers and educators, young people and policymakers.

Through this report, we invite the wider education community to explore how European Schoolnet is shaping and bringing innovation to education. Our impact is only possible through professional development, resources, and strategic partnerships with Ministries of Education, schools, researchers, and industry. Thank you to all who support and engage with our mission to transform education through innovation.

"Convinced that education will shape the future of Europe and transform the world we live in, our organisation is proud to support our education systems and the education community to advance and adapt to a new changing landscape."- Marc Durando, European Schoolnet's Executive Director

Highlights from European Schoolnet's Initiatives in 2024

  • • Celebrating a decade of empowering educators across Europe: The 10th anniversary of the European Schoolnet Academy marked a milestone in supporting the professional development of approximately 190,000 teachers all over Europe and beyond. It has offered 115 courses and 40,000 lesson plans to date, connecting teachers, teacher trainers and school leaders.
  • • Developing the largest Science in Education community in Europe: Scientix reached a record number of 700,000 STEM participants from over 50 countries with its STEM Discovery campaign.
  • • Key publications for the continuous professional development of teachers: EUN published multiple publications with important insights for teachers and educators in 2024.
  • • Our podcast series: The European Schoolnet podcast series was launched in 2024 and explores the intersection of innovation and technology in education, featuring expert guests and international thought leaders.
  • • The European Schoolnet Academy: Under the umbrella of the European Schoolnet Academy, 10 MOOCs and 7 mini self-paced MOOCs were offered in 2024 with nearly 12, 000 (11800) registrations, an engagement of 50 per cent and 58 per cent completion.
  • • Helping young people safely and responsibly navigate the complexities of the digital world: In particular, we focused on fostering digital literacy and fighting disinformation. This was accomplished through the launch of the Better Internet for Kids Knowledge hub in 2024, which serves as a central access point for information, evidence and policy insights on the impact of digital transformation on the lives of children and young people in the EU, Iceland and Norway.
  • • The conclusion of eSafety Label: Since its launch in 2012, the eSafety Label (eSL) initiative has significantly contributed to the establishment of a secure and enriching environment for schools across Europe. Read more about the impact of the eSafety Label

European Schoolnet extends its deepest gratitude to everyone who continues to believe in the power of collaboration to drive meaningful change in education. We are especially grateful to our network of Ministries of Education, whose strategic guidance helps shape our direction and ensures our work addresses the real challenges facing today's learners and schools.

To the thousands of teachers and school leaders across Europe, your commitment and energy remain the driving force behind every step forward. Your role in shaping future-ready classrooms and inspiring young minds is more vital than ever.

As we look to the future, European Schoolnet reaffirms its commitment to supporting educators and education systems in navigating and embracing the digital era. Our focus remains on equipping teachers with the professional skills needed to integrate technology and AI confidently and responsibly into their practice, guiding young people to safely hone their digital skills and make the most of their opportunities in the digital age.

We will continue to build bridges across countries and sectors - connecting schools, researchers, policymakers, and industry to co-create innovative teaching models, promote responsible digital practices and foster talent in STEM. Together, we are building an education ecosystem where innovation thrives and every learner can succeed.

Find the 2024 EUN Annual report here.

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