Together, we can spark cycles of learning for better education.
The Global Innovation Network for Teaching and Learning (GINTL) brings together dedicated researchers and practitioners from Finland and our partners from China, India and the African continent.
We want to contribute towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goal 4: “Ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all”.
Our partner areas
GINTL offers a gateway to research-based education cooperation with our partners in the Global South by working jointly with our partners to co-create research-based solutions for local needs.
Events
See all eventsGINTL events create a space for researchers, other academics, students, (and others who may be interested), to learn from one another and work together to understand the current challenges in education and solutions respectful to local needs.
Conference: “Reimagining Teachers and Teacher Education for our Futures”
Africa, China, India, GlobalOpen for all
Main topic: Conferences and workshops
The “Reimagining Teachers and Teacher Education for Our Futures” conference will explore the future of the teaching profession and teachers’ work, and the crucial role that teachers have in shaping the critical, transversal skills that are necessary for our futures as outlined in the seminal report “Reimagining our futures together: A new social contract for education” by The UNESCO International Commission on the Futures of Education (2021). We aim to gather researchers, teacher educators, teachers, representatives of civil organizations, policy makers and all actors involved in building a sustainable society through education. The Conference will be held at the University of Helsinki, City Center Campus.
GINTL Dialogue: Reflect, Vision, Share
Africa, China, India, Global
Main topic: Conferences and workshops
At the end of 2024, the Global Innovation Network for Teaching and Learning (GINTL) will be moving to a new era. Our current funding scheme comes to an end and new plans need to be developed. The network coordination would therefore like to call for a two-day Dialogue event to reflect on what has been learnt, to envision future collaboration, and to share examples of current and past work. Day 1 of the Dialogue is addressed to all stakeholders who have already participated in GINTL activities, while Day 2 is open for everyone interested in Global Education Development.
GINTL Research Seminar 2.0 – Emerging research in the global education landscape
Africa, China, India, GlobalRegistration required
Main topic: Conferences and workshops
Are you a master’s degree student with an ongoing or finished master’s thesis work? Is your thesis topic related to international education development, educational partnerships, or internationalisation? If yes, you are most welcome to present your research at the “GINTL Research Seminar 2.0 – Emerging research in global education landscape!”
Bridging Perspectives: Equity and Inclusion in Indian Schooling
India, GlobalRegistration required
Main topic: Indo-Finnish Collaboration
Join us for a cross-cultural dialogue at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, as we delve into the intricacies of equity and inclusion in Indian schooling. Featuring panelists Ira Joshi, Nimrat Kaur, and Jitandra Sharma from Azim Premji Foundation (India) and moderated by Heidi Layne from the University of Jyväskylä (Finland), this event offers global education professionals a unique opportunity to gain insights into the diverse educational landscape of India while examining the universal principles of equity and inclusion through an international and Finnish lens. Whether you're in person with us at the University of Jyväskylä or joining us online, let's explore pathways to more equitable and inclusive education systems together!
News
See all newsInformation about our current events from the coordination group and our network members.
FUTE project: GINTL network expanded to develop sustainability in teacher education
Africa
The University of Eastern Finland, University of Namibia and University of Dar es Salaam have started a new Higher Education Partnership (HEP) project. Originally, the project is rooted in a GINTL collaboration. The newly funded project aims to develop collaborative activities to promote education for sustainable development in teacher education by focusing on sustainability competences, pedagogical solutions and implementing the sustainability activities in regards of the local needs. Following the goals of GINTL, the project aims to support lifelong learning and inclusive education in teacher education.
New open mini course: Academic visit to an authoritarian country
Global
Embarking on academic endeavors abroad requires a nuanced understanding of diverse academic landscapes. International mobility enriches scholarly experiences, yet navigating through distinct political and legal systems demands preparation. Tailored for students and staff from Finnish institutions, this specialised open online course addresses this need.
GINTL Lessons Learnt: Reflecting with open minds and hearts on collective work in Global Education
Global
GINTL Lessons Learnt is a series of workshops where participants reflect on the network’s goals and propose ways forward. In this blog post, Albina Marchenko, GINTL intern at University of Oulu, shares her personal perspectives on the discussions that took place at the latest workshop at University of Jyväskylä.
