Educational resources for teaching the European Union in terms of geography, history and institutions

Introduction

These educational resources are the result of the MULTIEUTT Project, co-financed by the Erasmus+ program of the European Commission, Jean Monnet Teacher Training action

Highlights

The EU and me

Publication and online game developed by the European Commission, with teaching materials and exercises.

Designed for young people between fifteen and eighteen years old to facilitate their learning about the construction of the European Union, its values, challenges and challenges.

Let's explore Europe!

We come from different countries and speak different languages, but the European continent is the home we share.

Since the beginning of the European Union, countries have worked together to help each other and ensure that EU countries live together in peace.

This game has been designed for young people between 12 and 15 years old, to bring them closer to the history, institutions and daily life of the EU.

House of European History

Online materials for teachers and students.

The museum's learning activities adopt a trans-European point of view that explores the historical memories, diverse experiences and shared characteristics of the peoples of Europe.

Main resources

How to detect and combat misinformation

This guide contains real examples and exercises to do in groups, and allows students to develop skills to navigate effectively, developing critical thinking about the news they read.

A manual for teachers has also been published with additional information (available only in English).

`Case4EUCase4EU`

The CASE4EU online project proposes a set of teaching materials on EU rights and values. Based on real stories of citizens of the Union, secondary school students can discover the rights and benefits of citizenship of the European Union, as well as the obligations they must observe.

`Radio Europarl`

The European Parliament has its own internet station, with a varied lineup of audio programs and podcasts.

Parliament's web radio broadcasts online XNUMX hours a day, in six languages: Spanish, English, French, German, Italian and Slovenian.

The current podcast offering includes, among others:

“My Story” Programme: unique collaborative project in which history is intertwined with the lives of European citizens.
What does Europe do for me and how does Europe affect our daily lives?
History and facts: a review of the main milestones in European history and how these have left their mark on our world, as well as the role played by the great figures in the history of our continent.

`European Union timeline`

Take a trip back in time and discover important moments in history, inventions, major sporting and social events, etc.

Many have contributed to making the EU what it is today.

You too can participate by adding your dates and personal stories and printing your own timeline.

`Toporopa`

This website is aimed at everyone who wants to know more about Europe. This includes students, adults who want to test their knowledge, and seniors who want to keep their brains in shape.

`D maps`

It offers maps of the various parts of the world.

`geographic games`

Offers maps and games.

`Eurotrivial`

Games website about Europe and the EU of the Community of Madrid.

`Didactalia`

Learn geography at your pace and whenever you want.

`Guidelines for teachers and educators on combating disinformation and promoting digital literacy through education and training`

These guidelines provide practical guidance for teachers and educators, including practical tips, activity plans, topic information and warnings based on proven strategies in digital literacy, education and training.

Additionally, the objective is to cultivate a more comprehensive comprehension of digital literacy attained through educational and training avenues, encourage the responsible and secure use of digital technologies, and enhance public awareness and understanding of disinformation.

The guidelines offer expert pedagogical insight into how to enhance critical thinking skills in young people, equipping them with the resilience they need to navigate the digital world.

The guidelines are therefore intended for primary and secondary school teachers and educators in different subjects and with varying levels of experience and knowledge in this field.

`Retro video game by CIVIO`

How to become a European citizen.

`Eurostat Statistical Atlas`

Regional Yearbook 2024 of the Statistical Office of the European Union (Eurostat).

`Young Europeans: an interactive tool`

If you are aged between 16 and 29 and would like to gain insight into how your life compares to other young people in your country and in other EU countries, we invite you to participate in our survey. The Young Europeans tool offers an engaging and informative way to gain insights about yourself.

Please create your personal avatar, select your country and age group, and begin exploring. The tool enables users to explore statistics on a range of topics, including well-being, health, work, education and the digital world.

`Eurostat questionnaire`

Find out more about the EU countries with this fun quiz from the Statistical Office of the European Union (Eurostat).

How many people live in the EU? Which is the EU's busiest airport? Test yourself, your friends and family, your classmates and colleagues. Choose your language and get started!

Your score depends on your speed and knowledge. Take up the challenge and try to beat the best players!

Truth Detectives: Unravelling Hoaxes

This learning experience is designed to equip you with the critical skills required to evaluate information, analyse reliable sources and make informed decisions.

This is an open educational resource from the University of Salamanca, part of the European Union in Class (EU in Class).

European democracy: values and institutions

The European Union is like a large team of countries working together to make the world a better place. This resource teaches us about the values of the EU.

Open educational resource of the European Union in Class (EU in Class) from the University of Salamanca.

Other resources

EU Child Participation Platform. This is a safe space for dialogue with the youngest citizens of the EU, so that they can contribute their voices to the development of EU policies. It was created by the European Commission, in cooperation with the European Parliament and civil society organizations. All EU children (up to 18 years old) can participate in online consultations and, once they are members, also in interviews, focus groups and digital and face-to-face meetings.

Europe through the generations. Documentary on the history of the European Union. of the Permanent Representation of Spain to the European Union.

YouTube channel of the Representation in Spain of the European Commission

European institutions and RTVE Play present (IN)Volunteers. The influential Mayichi, Melerus and Belén Santo embark on this adventure that will take them to Palermo, Bremen and Doñana so that they can learn in depth everything that volunteering with the European Solidarity Corps offers.

Digital trip to the European Parliament. With the "Digital trip: visit the European Parliament without leaving home" you can experience becoming an MEP and delve into the history of the EU. These virtual reality tours are available in the twenty-four official languages of the Union, completely free of charge.

Euroschool. Program for students, in which they are European parliamentarians for a day.

Citizen education module. With five teaching units, high school or university teachers can explain the benefits of working together and the advantages of European integration.

Find places of interest. Every time you click on the European flags a famous place will appear. Everyone appears twice. Can you match them in this computer game?

Help people who are forced to flee. Pedagogical toolkit to educate students about the efforts of the European Union, UNHCR and UNICEF in helping people who have been forced to flee Africa.

EUcraftThe simulation video game is available on both web and mobile versions. As a minister, you will have the opportunity to experience the EU decision-making process by negotiating on real issues that affect you. You have the power to agree on a common charger for your devices, ban single-use plastics or advocate for the transition to electric cars and greener buildings. The choice is yours.

Mysteries in RigaEurodesk has developed an online game inspired by escape rooms, which requires players to cooperate with a friend to solve puzzles and overcome challenges.

Adventures in BerlinEurodesk has launched another online game inspired by escape rooms, which requires players to cooperate with a friend to solve puzzles and overcome challenges.

Research EuropeEducational game designed to help teachers, lecturers and other education professionals teach about the European Union while encouraging teamwork and communication between participants. This promotes a sense of community and collective learning. It contains questions and answers on various topics revolving around the EU, its institutions, history, decision-making processes, culture and much more.