SPACES PROJECT. TASKS, RESEARCH RESULT, CONCLUSION
In the film, Dr. Marta Margiel and Dr. Maciej Janowski, researchers from the University of Silesia involved in Work Package 2 of the SPACES project (aimed at universities and students), present the main assumptions and objectives of the project. They talk about who is involved in SPACES, how research on social competences in the work of teachers in European countries was conducted, and how data was collected and analyzed. The film presents the most important research results and conclusions drawn from them, showing how the SPACES project can support the development of social competences in education.
The video was created by the Agere Adue Foundation for Knowledge and Social Dialogue.
SOCIAL COMPETENCES IN HIGHER EDUCATION
The film discusses the legal framework and standards for the development of social skills in higher education. Dr. Marta Margiel and Prof. Katarzyna Sujkowska present the importance of these skills, and Prof. Sujkowska emphasizes that every educational institution should actively support their development, as they are essential for effective cooperation, communication, and functioning in academic and professional environments. The film shows how the systematic inclusion of social competences in curricula supports both students and entire educational institutions.
The video was created by the Agere Adue Foundation for Knowledge and Social Dialogue.
SOCIAL COMPETENCES IN THE TEACHER’S WORK
The video discusses the results of Work Package 3, aimed at teachers, educators, and future teachers. Dr. Sabina Pawlik (University of Silesia) and Małgorzata Grzonka-Marcinika, MA (Agere Aude), researchers collaborating on this package, explain who participated in the research, how it was conducted, and what conclusions can be drawn from it. The film also presents the tools and courses created as part of the project, showing how the research results can support the development of social and professional competences in education.
The video was created by the Agere Adue Foundation for Knowledge and Social Dialogue.
The Key Role of Social Skills: A Presentation of the European Project SPACES – Student’s Path to Awareness
The video of the SPACES project introduces the core of the research: the centrality of social skills in teaching and learning. The video highlights how educational institutions are relational spaces, where emotional and communicative dynamics deeply influence the quality of the learning experience. It alternates moments of theoretical reflection with concrete examples, emphasizing the transformative role and the culturally situated dimension of classroom relationships.
The video was created by EUNIVERSITY.
From Data Collection to the Qualitative Interpretation of Teachers’ and Students’ Subjective Experiences in Educational Contexts
The video illustrates the process from data collection to the qualitative interpretation of subjective experiences of teachers and students within educational settings. The research involved a large European sample through questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and focus groups, aiming to understand how individuals perceive and experience higher education. It was not just about numbers: the core of the work was giving voice to experiences, meanings, and emotions that accompany the learning process. The video highlights how collaboration among European partners enabled the integration of diverse perspectives, enriching the analysis with an intercultural dimension.
The video was created by EUNIVERSITY.
Communicative ability: An Analysis of Its Social and Cultural Dimensions
The SPACES video highlights that communication is the first social skill, essential for building understanding and trust. Teachers have a responsibility not only to transmit knowledge but also to foster students’ social skills, such as listening, empathy, and respectful interaction. Communication is influenced by relationships, context, and culture, and is crucial in both face-to-face and digital environments. With the rise of online platforms and social media, students must also develop skills for effective digital communication, media literacy, and critical engagement with information. These abilities help students build authentic relationships and navigate digital spaces responsibly.
The video was created by EUNIVERSITY.
Media Literacy and Digital Citizenship
The video addresses a crucial theme for contemporary education: media literacy as the foundation for digital citizenship. In a world dominated by technology and information, it is not enough to know how to use digital tools; it is essential to develop critical skills to interpret content, identify reliable sources, and participate consciously in online spaces. The European Union considers this competence a strategic priority to ensure inclusion, democracy, and active participation among younger generations. The video highlights how schools and universities can promote media literacy pathways, integrating technical, ethical, and social knowledge to shape responsible and autonomous digital citizens.
The video was created by EUNIVERSITY.
The Scale Test and the Importance of Cultural and Meta-Communicative Skills in the Classroom
The video introduces the scale test developed within the SPACES project, a tool designed to help teachers and students reflect on their social and communicative skills. Every gesture, word, or behavior has a dual nature: partly universal and partly culturally determined. This means that communication is never neutral but rooted in values, norms, and social practices. For this reason, teaching today requires the ability to build shared practices through a process of negotiation that takes into account cultural differences and social roles. The video emphasizes that meta-communicative awareness—the ability to reflect on how we communicate—is crucial for creating an inclusive and collaborative learning environment.
The video was created by EUNIVERSITY.
CONFERENCE. PROJECT SPACES. STUDENT’S PATH TO SELF-AWARENESS. SOCIAL COMPETENCES IN CONTEMPORARY ACADEMIA
The film documents an event promoting the SPACES project, during which Dr. Maciej Janowski and Dr. Marta Margiel present the project’s objectives and discuss the research tools developed as part of it, including the Social Competence Assessment Scale. Dr. Maciej Janowski explains in detail the process of creating this tool, indicating how individual elements were developed, tested, and adapted to research needs. The film shows how these tools can support educators and institutions in diagnosing and developing the social competencies of participants in educational programs.
The video was created by the Agere Adue Foundation for Knowledge and Social Dialogue.