Monday, 21 October 2024

Promoting the Cultural Heritage of Buzău County within the framework of the eTwinning project "Digital Explorers and Promoters of Cultural Heritage"






As part of the eTwinning project “Digital Explorers and Promoters of Cultural Heritage”, a dedicated group of 10th-grade students from Liceul Teoretic Radu Vlădescu embarked on an inspiring journey to discover, document, and digitally promote their local cultural heritage. Their mission: to explore the richness of Buzău county and share it with peers across Europe through creative and interactive means.

Guided by their passionate teacher of English, the students participated in a series of educational field trips to some of Buzău's most emblematic cultural and historical landmarks. Among the highlights of their journey were visits to the UNESCO Global Geopark Ținutul Buzăului, the Mud Volcanoes, the Eagle Lake in Siriu Mountains, the Amber Museum in Colți village, and the St. Geoge Cathedral in Nehoiu town. Each site offered the students a deep insight into the area's geological, archaeological, and ethnographic heritage, helping them build a stronger connection to their roots.

Throughout these explorations, the eTwinning project participants gathered information, conducted interviews with local experts, took photographs, and filmed video clips. Back in the classroom, they worked in teams to process their findings and transform them into engaging digital content. They created presentations, infographics, short documentaries, and virtual tours - all designed to educate others while promoting the unique identity of their county.

The eTwinning platform enabled them to collaborate with students from other European countries who were also exploring their own cultural heritage. This international interaction fostered an enriching exchange of ideas and traditions, while also improving the students’ communication and digital skills. Using English as the language of communication, they shared their work through forums, virtual meetings, and a common TwinSpace.

One particularly successful moment was when a team of students narrated three legends linked to a very popular tourist attraction - the Eagle Lake. They skillfully combined creativity with literary, historical and geographical facts to engage and interest a wider audience in this spectacular location: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w4Gm3ktQxrZq4Hq8RBWHRC15unpwvpoQ/view .

The project activity had a profound impact on the students involved. Not only did they develop a deeper appreciation for their local heritage, but they also gained valuable skills in research, teamwork, digital media production, and intercultural communication. Their enthusiasm became contagious, inspiring other students and teachers in our school to learn more about Buzău’s hidden treasures.

Furthermore, their efforts helped raise awareness in the local community. Some of their digital materials were shared on social media, drawing attention to the beauty and importance of preserving the county’s cultural legacy.

In conclusion, the “Digital Explorers and Promoters of Cultural Heritage” project provided an innovative and meaningful way for the students of Buzău county to connect with their past while embracing the tools of the future. By combining education, technology, and cultural pride, these young ambassadors demonstrated how digital literacy and heritage promotion can go hand in hand - leaving a lasting mark both online and in their hearts.

Curricular integration of the eTwinning project "Digital Explorers and Promoters of Cultural Heritage" (2024-2025)


 

Sunday, 20 October 2024

The Mud Volcanoes - a field trip for the eTwinning project "Digital Explorers and Promoters of Cultural Heritage" 20 10 2024

The field trip organised on 20 October 2024 to the Mud Volcanoes in the Berca and Scortoasa communes, Buzău county, attested since 1867, declared a natural monument in 1924 and a UNESCO Geopark since 2022, offered the eTwinning project participants enrolled at Liceul Teoretic "Radu Vlădescu" an enriching, hands-on learning experience, enhancing their understanding of geography, history and environmental conservation.
This immersive experience promoted cross-cultural collaboration, allowing the Romanian students to share insights with their international peers from France, Greece and Turkey, aligning their personal development goals with the educational goals of the partnership. It was an opportunity for everyone present to engage with the world heritage and contribute meaningfully to the success of our project.






Wednesday, 2 October 2024

The results of the initial evaluation questionnaires for the students and teachers implementing the eTwinning partnership ''Digital Explorers and Promoters of Cultural Heritage''

 In September 2024, both the students and the teachers involved in the eTwinning project ''Digital Explorers and Promoters of Cultural Heritage'' completed the initial evaluation stage. Here are the results of the questionnaires: