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SciLMi 2026 Summer School Application

Media and Information Literacies, Critical Thinking and Democracy Skills for Inclusive Classrooms

17 - 21 August 2026 – in Innsbruck, Austria

Please note: Dates have changed!

 

Apply for the Erasmus+ Summer School in Innsbruck, Austria

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Application Deadline: 6 April 2026

Developed for pre-service secondary school teachers

by the Erasmus+ SciLMi Teacher Academy

Co-funded by the European Union, Grant No. 101104523, 2023-2026

Jointly delivered by

University of Innsbruck
 

In a world of (mis)information overload,
students need more than facts.

They need the skills to evaluate sources, think critically,
and engage as responsible citizens.

Join students from across Europe for a hands-on international learning experience.

Elevate your teaching competences in the heart of the Alps!

Weave meta-scientific literacies into everyday teaching,
making 21st-century skills and digital citizenship competences
an integral part of instruction across the curriculum.

Design learner-centred activities, collaborate across subjects,
and facilitate inclusive education in increasingly diverse classrooms.

Fact vs. Fake
The SciLMi Model of Meta-Scientific Literacies

The SciLMi Model of Meta-Scientific Literacies

The SciLMi Approach

SciLMi stands out for its practice-oriented design, which breaks down complex competences
– spanning digital media and information literacies, critical thinking and democracy skills –
into learning objectives, outcomes and HOWs:
concrete steps that systematically and progressively guide learners in achieving them.

About the SciLMi Summer School

Learning Objectives

Learning Outcome 1 – Integrating Meta-Scientific Literacies

Identify where subject‑specific learning goals naturally overlap with meta‑scientific literacies and recognise suitable moments in the curriculum where these literacies can be meaningfully integrated into ongoing instruction.


Learning Outcome 2 – Fostering Meta-Scientific Literacies

Develop teaching materials and activities that foster students’ critical thinking, reflection, and responsible engagement with digital media and information — embedding digital citizenship education and democratic values in your own classrooms.


Learning Outcome 3 – Designing Contextualised Learning

Design learner‑centred, competence‑based learning experiences that use real‑world socio‑scientific issues to enhance student motivation.


Learning Outcome 4 – Using SciLMi Resources and AI-Translated Materials Effectively

Use SciLMi resources confidently and learn to work critically with machine‑translated and AI‑translated materials to understand their potential, limitations, and common pitfalls when supporting students’ learning.


Learning Outcome 5 – Responding to Learner Diversity

Design inclusive learning environments that recognise students' varied strengths and needs and support equitable participation in heterogeneous classrooms.


Learning Outcome 6 – Collaborating Across Subjects

Collaborate across subject boundaries to help students connect knowledge from different disciplines and develop integrated understanding.


Learning Outcome 7 – Reflecting on Professional Practice

Critically reflect on the pedagogical methods, tools, and resources experienced during the training, and evaluate how they can be transferred and adapted for your own classroom context.

Eligibility & Requirements

Eligibility

This SciLMi Summer School is open exclusively to pre-service secondary school subject teachers.

Please note that, before applying, your university must first join the SciLMi BIP 2026 Consortium. To do so, please contact your International Office and ask them to complete the Letter of Intent.


Requirements

  • The course is conducted in English. Participants must have good English language skills.

  • You must complete the full course, including the three virtual sessions and all assignments, to be eligible for Erasmus+ KA1 funding (see below) and to obtain 3 ECTS points.

    • Arrival on Sunday, 16 August 2026
    • Full-day programme from Monday through Friday, 17 - 21 August 2026
    • Departure on Saturday, 22 August 2026
Funding

Please contact your home university's international office for information on available Erasmus+ KA1 travel and subsistence funding. This funding is expected to cover all costs, provided you make use of the discounted accommodation option at OeAD Student Housing (see below).

Budget-Friendly Accommodation

Promotion Code

Successful applicants will receive a promotion code enabling them to book budget-friendly accommodation at the brand-new OeAD Student Housing in the heart of Innsbruck starting from EUR 277.50 for the full stay (Sunday to Saturday).


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Room categories

  • Category D: € 277.50
    Single apartment with private bathroom / toilet, private kitchenette, private fridge, dishes, bedding (pillow, duvet, bed linen)
  • Category D Premium: € 297.50
    Single apartment with private bathroom / toilet, private kitchenette, private fridge, dishes, bedding (pillow, duvet, bed linen) and dishwasher, mini-balcony, view

The accommodation fee includes

  • Accommodation from Sunday, 19 July 2026, to Saturday, 25 July 2026
  • Application fee, booking fee, final cleaning fee
Selection

Selection Process & Criteria

Applications are assessed through a structured and transparent selection process.

  • Verification of Application Details

    Application details are checked for accuracy.

  • Blind Review

    Motivational texts are reviewed and scored independently by three team members in a blind review.

  • Score Calculation

    An algorithm combines the review scores with selected contextual criteria — including country and subject — to ensure balanced representation across these dimensions.

    Applicants who are members of the SciLMi Hub receive additional points, in recognition of their engagement with the SciLMi Community. You can join the SciLMi Hub here.

  • Selection

    Available spots are offered first to the highest-ranked applicants. All applicants are then informed of the outcome.

    Please note that only the first application submitted by each applicant will be considered in the selection process. If multiple applications are submitted by the same person, only the first submission will be reviewed.

    After you submit your application, you will receive a confirmation email containing the information you provided and confirming that your application has been received.

    If you notice any errors or need to make a correction, please contact us at bip2026@scilmi.eu, and we will be happy to assist you.


Communication of Selection Results & Waiting List

  • Applicants will be informed in April 2026 whether they have been selected and offered a place, or added to the waiting list. Applicants on the waiting list may still receive an offer in a second selection round if another participant declines their place or fails to confirm their participation.


Confirmation of Participation & Travel Arrangements

  • Applicants who are officially offered a place will be required to arrange their travel and submit proof of their booking (train or flight) within seven days in order to secure their place. If this requirement is not met, the participation offer will be withdrawn and the place will be offered to the next candidate on the waiting list.

Learning Agreement & Credentials for Learning

Online Learning Agreement (OLA)

Before the start of the course, the Online Learning Agreement must be signed by the selected students, their universities, and the University of Innsbruck. Selected students and their sending HEIs are advised to initiate the signing process no later than 15 May 2026 to ensure that it is signed by all parties by 1 July 2026.


Credentials for Learning

After completing the Teacher Training, participants will be awarded 3 ECTS recognising the learning outcomes achieved.

Please note that, before applying, your university must first join the SciLMi BIP 2026 Consortium.
To do so, please contact your International Office and ask them to complete the Letter of Intent.

If you have any questions, please email us at team@scilmi.eu.

We look forward to your application and hope to see you in Innsbruck.

The SciLMi Team

Application Deadline

6 April 2026

Selection Period

April 2026

Virtual Sessions

Monday, 3 August 2026: 14-17 CET
Monday, 10 August 2026: 14-17 CET

On-Site Week

17 - 21 August 2026 in Innsbruck, Austria
Arrival: 16 August – Departure: 22 August

Course Language

English

Required English Language Skills

Good

Assignments

Research assignments between virtual sessions
Active participation in all sessions
Design of teaching activities

Credits

3 ECTS

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