FORTHEM Summer School “Teaching 4 the Future-Learning through Innovation” in Rig
Face-to-face
On-site event for students, pre-primary, primary and secondary school teachers and university lecturers. Dates: 25th - 29th May 2026.
The Summer School for Teachers and Teacher Education Students 2026, hosted by the University of Latvia, Faculty of Education Sciences and Psychology, invites young teachers, MA and PhD students in pedagogy to immerse themselves in an inspiring week of creative learning and digital exploration. The deadline for applications is 31st March.
This international programme focuses on innovative pedagogical approaches, including the integration of AI tools in education, the digital principles of modern pedagogy, and the development of digital competencies essential for future educators.
Through workshops, lectures and collaborative projects, participants will explore how emerging technologies can transform teaching, learning and creative expression.
Title: "Teaching for the Future: Learning through Innovation"
Dates: 25th - 29th May 2026
Application deadline: 31st March 2026
Host organisation: University of Latvia, Faculty of Education Sciences and Pedagogy
Venue: Imantas 7. līnija 1 - 101, Rīga, LV-1083
Target groups: MA and PhD students (young teachers) in Pedagogy and Teacher Education, primary/secondary school teachers, Pedagogy and Teacher Education university teaching staff
Total amount of participants: Max. 25 (all target groups)
Coordinators: Prof. Linda Daniela, Aleksandra Kjakste and Alise Olesika
Application procedure:
Please fill in this application form. If there are more applicants than places available, a waiting list will be set up. If there are no applicants from one or more FORTHEM universities, the vacant spots will be used to accept more participants from other FORTHEM universities.
Selection criteria:
- Evaluation of motivational letter
- English language proficiency (B2 level or higher)
Read more (funding, detailed programme):
- Students: Forthem | Teacher Education > Tab “Summer School in Riga - 2026”
- School teachers: Forthem | School for teachers > Tab “Summer School in Riga - 2026”
- University lecturers: Forthem | School for teachers > Tab “Summer School in Riga - 2026”
ECTS:
UV does not award any credits for participation in this activity.
Contact (organisers in Latvia):
Prof. Linda Daniela (linda.daniela@lu.lv ), Aleksandra Kjakste (aleksandra.kjakste@lu.lv ), Alise Olesika (alise.olesika@lu.lv).
Date From 25 may 2026 to 29 may 2026. 24h. Monday, tuesday, wednesday, thursday and friday.
Place
University of Latvia, Faculty of Education Sciences and Psychology
Imantas 7. līnija 1, Kurzemes rajons
Riga (LV-1083)
University of Latvia, Faculty of Education Sciences and Psychology.
https://www.lu.lv/en/about-us/structure/faculties/faculty-of-education-sciences-and-psychology/
Contact linda.daniela@lu.lv
