High Schoolers Talk I eTwinning

 As Team 4 , we recently completed an exciting project exploring the impact of our daily routines on our personal growth. Under the guidance of our mentor, Derya Veziroğlu, our team members—Öykü Bedia, Theodora Sorana, and Esra Derya—connected across borders to explore "The Power of Small Habits in Personal Development." Here is a look at our journey and how we brought this project to life: 1. Digital Collaboration (WhatsApp Coordination) Teamwork started with communication. As suggested in our project guidelines, we managed the entire process through a dedicated WhatsApp group. This is where we brainstormed opening hooks, shared our research, and gave each other feedback on our speech drafts. Even though we were in different schools, the group kept our "team spirit" alive! 2. Research & Content Creation We divided our TED-style talk into three key stages to give a complete and impactful presentation: Öykü Bedia (Introduction): She researched the foundation o...

  Dissemination Event In Burdur, TÜRKİYE : High Schoolers Talk I By Bedia TEKŞEN, Ercan Akın Fen Lisesi, Burdur/TÜRKİYE On March 25, 2026 , we, the English Language Teaching Department o f Ercan Akın Fen Lisesi—Bedia Tekşen, Nida TÜRKELAY, Hakan SANLI, and Nejla YEŞILOVA— organized a remarkable dissemination event at Burdur Public Library for the eTwinning project High Schoolers Talk I .    Purpose of the Event The dissemination event aimed to share the outcomes of our collaborative international project, highlight student achievements, and inspire the wider community with the voices of young learners. By bringing together educators, students, and local stakeholders, we sought to showcase the power of cross-cultural collaboration and public speaking in ENGLISH. Atmosphere and Participation The event was marked by an atmosphere of enthusiasm and pride. High school students from Burdur, together with our Lithuanian guest students, presented speeches on diverse topic...

As Team 5 , we recently completed an exciting project exploring the evolution of healthcare. Under the guidance of our mentor, Nida Türkelay, our team members—Ayşenaz, Samet, and Andreea—connected across borders to build a bridge between the medicine of the past and the technology of the future. Here is a look at our journey and how we brought this project to life: 1. Digital Collaboration (WhatsApp Coordination) Teamwork started with communication. We managed the entire process through a dedicated WhatsApp group . This is where we brainstormed ideas, shared our research, and gave each other feedback on our presentation drafts. Even though we were in different places, the group kept our "team spirit" alive! 2. Research & Content Creation We divided the topic into three key stages to give a complete picture: Ayşenaz (Introduction): She researched the roots of modern medicine. By comparing how a simple flu was once deadly to how easily we treat it today, she reminded us th...

  Behind the Scenes with Team 2: A Collaborative Approach to Empathy and Community By Sorana Necula Teacher Coordinator, Colegiul Național "George Coșbuc" Cluj-Napoca, Romania As the coordinator for Team 2 in the "High Schoolers Talk I" project, I have had the privilege of observing a truly meaningful collaborative process. Our mixed-country team was tasked with exploring a nuanced and highly relevant subject for today's youth: Mental Health, Empathy, and Stronger Communities, with a specific focus on understanding other cultures. Watching our students from Romania and Turkey navigate this theme with maturity, structured effort, and mutual respect has been a rewarding professional experience. The final presentation is the result of careful planning, but the steps the students took to get there are equally worth highlighting. To properly address the complexity of the topic, we divided the presentation into three distinct but connected segments, allowing each stu...

  High Schoolers Talk I – Team 6 on Sports and Music in our lives  By Raluca-Elena Simion, Liceul Teoretic Constantin Brătescu Isaccea, Romania In the High Schoolers Talk I eTwinning project, Team 6 worked on the inspiring topic: “ The Impact of Sports and Music on Our Lives, emotions and society. “ The students collaborated across countries, showing both academic dedication and creativity as they prepared their speech. 📝 Structuring the Speech The team organized their work into three parts: Ilkay (Raluca’s student) introduced the topic, talking about   Sports & music in society and in our everyday lives Zeynep Bilge (Nida’s student) developed the body, presenting Some facts about   Mental, social and cultural effects of the sports and music Yigit (Hilal’s student) concluded with an interesting message about Why do sports and music bring people together and make them aware of their effects? 💻 Collaborative Writing T...

  High Schoolers Talk I – Team 3 on Soft Skills and Future Careers  By Bedia TEKŞEN, Ercan Akın Fen Lisesi In the High Schoolers Talk I eTwinning project, Team 3 worked on the inspiring topic: “Soft Skills and Finding a Career that Matches Your Passion Considering the Jobs of the Future.” The students collaborated across countries, showing both academic dedication and creativity as they prepared their speech. 📝 Structuring the Speech The team organized their work into three parts: Zeynep (Derya’s student) introduced the topic, explaining what soft skills are and how they connect to future jobs . Ezgi (Bedia’s student) developed the body, working in a very academic and detailed way , presenting facts and examples about why soft skills matter more than ever and how finding your passion can guide career choices . Antonia (Sorana’s student) concluded with a thoughtful message about preparing for future careers and matching your passion with the jobs of tomorrow . 💻 Collab...

  High Schoolers Talk I – Team 1 Explores Technology, Social Media, and Artificial Intelligence By Bedia Tekşen, Ercan Akın Fen Lisesi In the High Schoolers Talk I eTwinning project, Team 1 worked on the thought-provoking topic: “Technology, Social Media and the Future of Artificial Intelligence.” Guided by their teacher Bedia Tekşen , the students collaborated across borders to prepare a speech that highlighted both the opportunities and responsibilities of living in a digital age. Structuring the Speech The team divided their work into three parts, following the speech template: Ana M. (Sorana's student) introduced the topic, asking “What are the roles of technology, social media and AI in our lives?” Ali (EAFL student) developed the body, sharing facts and examples about how technology, social media, and AI shape our daily experiences . Ecrin (Derya’s student) concluded with a powerful reminder about using technology, social media, and AI responsibly . Collaborative Writin...

  High Schoolers Talk I – How Mixed Teams Prepared Their Speeches and Videos By Bedia TEKŞEN, Ercan Akın Fen Lisesi One of the most exciting aspects of the High Schoolers Talk I eTwinning project was the way students from Türkiye and Romania collaborated in mixed international teams . Each team was assigned a global topic based on the results of a student survey, and under the guidance of their teachers, they began the journey of turning ideas into meaningful speeches and inspiring videos. Collaborative Writing The process started with students drafting their speeches on Google Documents . Working together online, they used a shared speech template to structure their ideas into introduction, body, and conclusion. This template helped them organize their thoughts, attract the attention of listeners, and ensure their arguments flowed logically. Online Meetings After drafting, students and teachers held online meetings . These sessions were crucial for discussing how the dif...

  High Schoolers Talk I: Pre-Survey Insights By Sorana Necula, Colegiul National George Coșbuc, Cluj-Napoca, Romania Setting the Stage As part of the launch of the international eTwinning project High Schoolers Talk I , a pre-survey was conducted among 21 participating students. The findings highlight what motivates them, the themes they care about, and the challenges they anticipate. These insights will guide the project’s activities and ensure they align with student needs. Motivation: Dialogue Across Borders The survey revealed that students are most excited about connecting with peers from other countries. Over half (57.1%) said their biggest motivation is live discussions with international students . This shows that the project is valued not just as a public speaking exercise, but as a chance for genuine intercultural exchange. Thematic Interests: Creativity and Social Awareness Students expressed strong interest in cultural and creative topics: Art, Music & Creativity : ...