The aim of the policy measure is to support STEM teachers (in line with ET 2020 priorities) in ensuring basic skills for all learners and in promoting fundamental democratic values through intercultural learning, respecting diversity, engaging in critical thinking and exercise judgement (Paris declaration). To reach this aim we will set up regional, specialised mathematics & science professional development (PD) centres (or attach them to existing centres) which will provide this support to teachers. These PD centres will conceptualise and offer innovative professional development courses for science and mathematics in-service teachers addressing cultural diversity.

• Official Title: Supporting mathematics and science teachers in addressing diversity and promoting fundamental values
• Proposal 13-4-2016, Project duration 1-2-2017 to 1-2-2020
• Erasmus+ Programme, Key Action 3: support for policy reform — initiatives for policy innovation, European policy experimentations in the fields of education, training and youth led by high-level 2015/C 415/08

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