Starfsfólk VÍ
Fréttir frá alþjóðasamstarfinu
Komdu í heimsókn á bókasafnið
Fjarnám
The Icelandic School of Business is a leader in international cooperation between educational institutions in Iceland. The work aims to enable students to participate in collaborative projects with schools across Europe through international education programs such as Erasmus+, Nordplus junior, e-twinning and EEA Grants. The school received certification as an Erasmus+ school in the spring of 2021, which confirms its strong position, and is also a certified e-twinning school. Projects within these programs are important in the international society we live in, because they increase students’ cultural awareness, help them understand and respect different societies and strengthen their citizenship. The school has also collaborated with schools abroad, within Europe and in the United States outside of specific programs.
Furthermore, within the Erasmus+ and Nordplus programs, grants are being applied for for teachers and staff to attend courses and go on school visits with the aim of working on further education and professional development.
Finally, it should be mentioned that field trips abroad have been a regular part of the teaching of elective courses at the school for years.
Hallur Örn Jónsson is the project manager for international relations.
The goals of the Business School within the Erasmus+ program:
Increase students’ communication and collaboration skills through active participation methods and projects based on teamwork.
Promote increased democratic participation of students both in the classroom and in society by strengthening student voice, a sense of responsibility, and civic awareness.
Promote an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit among students, teachers and staff by encouraging creative thinking, a solution-oriented approach and initiative.
Increase awareness of environmental issues and sustainability among students and staff, which is reflected in changed behavior regarding transportation and waste disposal.
Strengthen the digital skills and literacy of students and staff to promote flexibility and resilience in challenging situations, such as a pandemic.
Implement tools and systems to monitor and support students’ mental health in different situations, with the aim of intervening early and creating a supportive school environment.