Dear students, Dear colleagues,
- Democritus University of Thrace, Greece
- University of A Coruña, Spain
- Kauno Kolegija Higher Education Institution, Lithuania
- Wood technology school Maribor, Higher Vocational College, Slovenia
invite you to a Blended Intensive Program for undergraduate/graduate students (3 ECTS)
BIP title: Building Bilingualism Bridges – Becoming an Ambassador of Bilingualism
Aim:
As bilingualism and multilingualism, both societal and individual, have become a norm in the contemporary world, it is essential that students in European universities are aware of the concepts and facts related to bilingual individuals and communities. Understanding what is entailed in living, communicating and working with bilingual/multilingual people, raising and teaching bilingual children, gaining deeper knowledge of their own bilingualism as well as of its place in the public and economic domains are of prime importance for the sustainable education of young people, regardless of the major field of study they follow. Hopefully, upon the completion of the BIP, they will be able to disseminate that new knowledge in their universities and communities by becoming ambassadors of bilingualism and multilingualism.
Content:
- Bi-/Multilingualism: Facts and Fiction
- Bilingualism and the brain: Myths and reality
- Becoming bi-/multilingual (raising/teaching a bilingual child)
- Multilingual awareness/Multiculturalism/Intercultural understanding
- Bilingualism in today’s world (occupational bilingualism/bilingualism in economy, IT, mass media, tourism…)
Place: The venues are Maroneia & Alexandroupolis in Greece.
Dates: 1 to 5 June, 2026
We guarantee an enriching experience for you and your students in Greece, with supplementary activities that delve into Greek history and cultural customs. You will also have the opportunity to appreciate the stunning coastal scenery, indulge in authentic Greek cuisine and engage with the local community.
See you in Greece!