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MET-VET – Metacognition for
Environmental Thinking in VET
Project number:
2021-2-PL01-KA220-VET-000050783

programs and initiatives can be found on their website (https://www.kfw.de/KfW-Konzern/Englische-
Version/KfW-Development-Bank/ ).
In Italy, the integration of new teaching, motivation, orientation, and awareness tools in schools,
particularly in vocational education and training (VET) institutions, is supported by a robust framework
of national initiatives and financial instruments. These initiatives and tools aim to foster educational
innovation and meet the evolving needs of the labor market and society.
A cornerstone of Italy’s educational reform is the "Buona Scuola" (Good School) law, enacted in 2015
(Law 107/2015).
Within the Buona Scuola law, the “Teacher's Card” has been instituted. The Teacher’s Card is a financial
tool that provides teachers with an annual bonus of 500,00 Eurosto purchase educational materials,
attend professional development courses, and acquire digital devices. During the COVID-19 pandemic,
the Teacher’s Card proved essential for enabling teachers to buy the necessary hardware and software
for remote teaching.
The Buona Scuola laid the groundwork for the National Digital School Plan (PNSD), a comprehensive
strategy aimed at integrating digital technologies into the education system. Key components of the
PNSD include:
- teacher training: Continuous professional development for teachers, focusing on the effective use
of digital technologies in the classroom. This includes online courses, workshops, and seminars
designed to enhance digital literacy and pedagogical skills.
- technological Infrastructure: Significant investments to equip schools with modern technological
infrastructure, such as high-speed internet, interactive whiteboards, and digital devices. This
infrastructure is crucial for creating a conducive learning environment that leverages technology
for educational purposes
- digital content and innovative methodologies: the development and dissemination of digital
educational content and the promotion of innovative teaching methodologies, such as blended
learning and flipped classrooms. These approaches are designed to make learning more engaging
and effective for students.
As part of the PNSD, Italy has adopted the SELFIE (Self-reflection on Effective Learning by Fostering
Innovation through Educational Technologies) tool, coordinated by the National Research Council
(CNR). SELFIE helps schools evaluate their use of digital technologies and develop strategies for
improvement. This tool has been widely implemented across Italian schools, providing valuable insights
into their digital readiness and guiding further development.
The Scuola 4.0 Project is another significant initiative aimed at transforming Italian schools into highly
digitalized learning environments. Funded through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR),
Scuola 4.0 focuses on:
- Creating Advanced Digital Environments, eveloping state-of-the-art digital classrooms and
laboratories equipped with cutting-edge technology.
- Ongoing Teacher Training, Providing continuous training for teachers to improve their digital
competencies and adopt new teaching methodologies. This initiative ensures that educators are
well-prepared to integrate technology into their teaching practices effectively.
Another important driver of educational reform in Italy is the National Recovery and Resilience Plan
(NRRP), part of the broader EU recovery initiative post-COVID-19. The NRRP allocates substantial
investments to modernize educational infrastructure, enhance digital competencies, and promote
sustainable practices in schools. Key areas of focus include the digital transition and the integration of
innovative educational models, ensuring that Italian VET schools are equipped to meet contemporary
challenges.
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