Keywords
distance learning
self-directed learning
lifelong learning
learning management system
open educational resource
badges
micro-credentials
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Abstract
The article introduces the LSP-TEOC.Pro project (Language for Specific Purposes Teacher Education Online Course for Professional Development, https://lsp-teoc-pro.de/) as presented in this post-conference issue of Glottodidactica. Its first part discusses the project including its rationale, consortium, approach and project phases as well as its main result, the developed self-directed online course. In the second part, an overview of the different contributions collected in this special issue is given.
Funding
the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union (Reference Number: 2020-1-DE01-005687). Project title: LSP- TEOC.Pro (Language for Specific Purposes Teacher Education Online Course for Professional Development)
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