WORK PACKAGE NO. 4 – #EMME AROUND THE WORLD
Virtual Mobility – May 2025
Hosted online by all partner institutions · 12–14 May 2025
The Virtual Mobility represented a key milestone of WP4 – #EMME Around the World, bringing together students, teachers, and experts from Romania, Portugal, Slovakia and Croatia for an immersive three-day digital experience. This event allowed partners to collaborate in real time, develop joint materials, and strengthen their digital competences while working on the creation of the EMME Video Documentaries.
Throughout the three days, participants engaged in workshops, collaborative sessions, partner presentations and hands-on production activities, all designed to support the development of storytelling, filming and editing skills in line with the project’s objectives.
📅 Day 1 – Opening & Foundations
- 12 May 2025The mobility began with a warm welcome and an overview of the EMME project, setting the tone for the work ahead. Each partner institution presented its progress, achievements and upcoming tasks, offering a clear picture of the project’s evolution so far.The first thematic workshop—led by the University of Bucharest, UNESCO Global Geopark Țara Hațegului—focused on creating video documentaries, introducing pedagogical guidelines and technical expectations. In the afternoon, participants worked collaboratively on drafting the structure and content outline for their future documentaries.
🎬 Day 2 – Filming Techniques & Creative Development
13 May 2025
The day opened with a recap, followed by a practical workshop delivered by Geoaçores – Associação Geoparque Açores, exploring filming and editing techniques, recommended tools, and best practices for producing engaging educational videos.
Partners were then divided into breakout rooms for group work, where they developed detailed scripts and storyboards for their documentary topics. The afternoon session continued with collaborative feedback, refining the storyline and visual approach of each team.
📣 Day 3 – Dissemination & Finalisation
14 May 2025
The final day focused on dissemination—an essential part of WP4.
Liceul Teoretic „Avram Iancu” Brad delivered a workshop on effective dissemination strategies, addressing social media campaigns, eTwinning integration, and working with local and regional press.
Participants then mapped out a concrete plan for disseminating their future documentaries. The virtual mobility concluded with a final wrap-up, summarising achievements, establishing next steps, and collecting feedback from all participants.
Outcomes of the Virtual Mobility
Strengthened digital competences in filming, editing, and storytelling
Developed scripts and storyboards for the upcoming EMME documentary series
Improved collaboration between partner institutions
Enhanced strategies for media dissemination and digital outreach
Prepared structured next steps for the completion of WP4 outputs
Video Gallery
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Activity 2 – Student Mobility in Portugal – Azores
May 19–23, 2025 | Pico & Terceira Islands, Azores
Hosted by: GeoAçores
As part of Work Package 4 – #EMME Around the World, students and teachers from Romania, Slovakia, and Croatia travelled to the Azores for a week-long experience exploring the volcanic landscapes, cultural identity, and environmental significance of the Azores UNESCO Global Geopark.
This transnational learning activity was coordinated by GeoAçores, offering students immersive, place-based educational experiences focused on geodiversity, sustainability, and digital storytelling.
Objectives of the Mobility
• Offer students hands-on learning about volcanic heritage and ecological conservation
• Promote intercultural exchange and teamwork through outdoor challenges
• Foster awareness of natural heritage and climate action
• Begin student work on video documentaries inspired by geosites and local stories
• Strengthen the connection between school learning and the UNESCO Global Geopark environment
Programme Highlights
Day 1 – Welcome & Exploration
- Student presentations and guidelines for their video documentaries
- Experimental geodiversity activities
- Painting the Erasmus+ wall at the school
- Walking trail: Mistério Novo
- Swim and social time at Prainha
Day 2 – Terceira Island Geosites Tour
- Guided visit with the Azores Geopark team:
- Serra do Cume, Lajes graben, Facho, Alagoa da Fajãzinha, Biscoitos
- Lunch outdoors and visits to Pico Matias Simão and Furnas do Enxofre
Day 3 – Urban Geotrail & Transfer to Pico Island
- Morning: Geo Rota Urbana in Angra do Heroísmo
- Afternoon: Transfer and flight to Pico Island
Day 4 – Pico Island Geosites Route
Visits to:
Lava molds and fossil cliffs (Santo António)
Casa dos Vulcões, Criação Velha, Lajes, Lagoa do Capitão, and more
Picnic and field reflections
Day 5 – Faial Island & Final Evaluation
Boat trip to Faial Island and visit to:
Caldeira, Capelinhos Volcano, Espalamaca, and CIVC Center
Evaluation session via Google Forms
Departures of student teams
Participants
Students and teachers from:
Slovakia
ZŠ Hutnícka, Spišská Nová Ves
Romania
Liceul Teoretic „Avram Iancu” Brad & Dinosaur Geopark Țara Hațegului – Universitatea din București
Portugal
Escola Secundária Jerónimo Emiliano de Andrade & Geoparque Açores – Geoaçores
Croatia
Osnovna škola Pantovčak, Zagreb
Accompanied by local experts from GeoAçores and experts from Geoparcul Internațional „Țara Hațegului”
KEY OUTCOMES
- Students developed first footage and concepts for their video documentaries
- Strengthened intercultural friendships and communication skills
- Deepened understanding of Earth sciences and Geopark principles
- Inspired future sustainability actions through direct contact with nature
- Contributed to a shared European identity rooted in cultural and natural heritage
Photo Gallery
Activity 1 – Student Mobility in Romania – Hațeg Country UNESCO Global Geopark
Sept 22–26, 2025 | Hateg, Tara Hategului, Romania
As part of Work Package 4 – #EMME Around the World, students and teachers from Portugal, Slovakia, and Croatia travelled to Romania for a week-long immersion in the geological, cultural, and historical heritage of the Hațeg Country UNESCO Global Geopark.
This mobility provided hands-on learning experiences focused on dinosaurs, volcanoes, medieval history, rural traditions, and nature conservation.
The activity was coordinated by the University of Bucharest – Geopark Team, who designed an integrated programme combining geoscience education, cultural exploration, outdoor learning, and creative workshops.
🎯 Objectives of the Mobility
Offer students direct experience with unique geosites, including dinosaur sites, volcanic structures, karst landscapes, and medieval fortresses.
Strengthen intercultural exchange through collaborative workshops and group exploration.
Deepen understanding of dwarf dinosaurs, local geology, and the long-term evolution of the Carpathian landscape.
Foster creativity through hands-on activities such as fossil painting and thematic nature trails.
Connect classroom learning with real-world geodiversity, local culture, and sustainable heritage management.
Programme Highlights
📅 Day 1 – Welcome to Hațeg & First Explorations
- Ice-breaking activities & presentations of each partner school
- Introduction to the Hațeg Country UNESCO Global Geopark
- Overview of the week’s programme and educational goals
- Visit to the exhibition “Balauri, Dragons, Dinosaurs”
- Clay fossil painting workshop
📅 Day 2 – Volcanoes, Medieval Stories & Hidden Lakes
- Visit to the monumental Densuș Church
- Guided experience at the House of Volcanoes
- Outdoor lunch in the orchard
- Visit to the Village Museum in Peșteana
- Exploration of the iconic Bottomless Pond natural site
📅 Day 3 – Fortresses, Dinosaurs & The Music of Nature
- Hike to the Colț Fortress (30-minute forest trail)
- Stop in Sălașul de Sus to see the Magyarosaurus dacus dwarf dinosaur reconstruction
- The Music of Nature Trail in Peștera village (forest exploration, soundscape activities)
- Visit to the 14th-century Mălăiești Fortress
📅 Day 4 – Castles & Cities of Transylvania
Guided tour of Corvin Castle, one of Europe’s most iconic Gothic fortresses
Lunch in Deva
Visit of Deva Fortress
Walking tour of Deva city
📅 Day 5 – Caves, Gorges & Dinosaur Sites
Visit to Bolii Cave (karst landscape & legends)
Exploration of the dramatic Bănița Gorge
Traditional lunch at Hanul Boleștilor
Visit to the Dinosaur Site in Pui (Late Cretaceous fossils)
Free time, packing & Festive Dinner
Participants
Students and teachers from:
Slovakia
ZŠ Hutnícka, Spišská Nová Ves
Romania
Liceul Teoretic „Avram Iancu” Brad & Dinosaur Geopark Țara Hațegului – Universitatea din București
Portugal
Escola Secundária Jerónimo Emiliano de Andrade & Geoparque Açores – Geoaçores
Croatia
Osnovna škola Pantovčak, Zagreb
Local guides, historians, and geoscience educators
KEY OUTCOMES
- Students explored unique Carpathian geosites, including dinosaur localities, fortresses, and volcanic formations.
- Strengthened intercultural teamwork across all four partner countries.
- Developed content, photos, and ideas for the #EMME video documentaries.
- Improved understanding of Earth science, paleontology, volcanism, and cultural heritage.
- Gained new perspectives on sustainable tourism and Geopark-led community development.
