Our Song Selection Activity within the eTwinning Project "A Song for Our Souls in an English-Speaking World" 10/11/2025

As part of our ongoing eTwinning project, the Romanian students enrolled in the 11th grade (the humanities class) took part in a creative and engaging activity whose main aim was selecting their favourite song meant to inspire future classwork and the creation of Open Educational Resources (OERs). This collaborative process not only encouraged musical appreciation, but also strengthened the students’ critical thinking and decision-making skills within an international context.

Working in groups, the students first designed a list of five finalist songs chosen for their emotional impact and educational potential:“Die with a Smile” by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars, “See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth, “Heaven” by Inna, “Treat You Better” by Shawn Mendes and“Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars.

Then they listened to each song, discussed the lyrics, and reflected on their messages of friendship, resilience, kindness etc. conveyed through the music. They then expressed their votes using the whiteboard, allowing everyone to participate democratically and transparently, which is a hallmark of the eTwinning collaborative spirit.

After an exciting round of voting, the winning song was “See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth. This heartfelt track, with its themes of remembrance and connection, resonated deeply with most of the students. Eventually, it was unanimously seen as a symbol of the friendships that ought to be built in one's life, including through the activities of an eTwinning project.

From an eTwinning perspective, the activity helped our students develop empathy, intercultural awareness, and 21st century skills. Most importantly, it reminded everyone that learning - like music - is best when shared in harmony.