TES Annual Report

LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES

In a world shaped by innovation and rapid change, Taipei European School continues to lead with purpose, using technology to teach and inspire.

This year, we took bold steps forward in our digital learning journey—steps guided by the European DigComp Framewor k . This roadmap helps learners of all ages develop the skills, awareness, and mindset needed to thrive in a digital world. Our mission? To go beyond using technology, to use it well , ethically , and creatively . To build a community that learns how to code, click, and create, but also how to care , respect , and lead in digital spaces. It was a year shaped by growth , innovation , and the shared belief that digital learning should reflect our TES values. Navigating the Digital Landscape > DigComp Area 1: Information and Data Literacy From Primary learners using Britannica School to research animal habitats, to Secondary students evaluating online sources for their projects, students strengthened their ability to find , analyse , and question information. Students learned that knowing where information comes from, and why it matters, is a foundational skill for global citizens. Here, we saw Responsibility in action. Learners asked: Is this a reliable source? Who created this data? What biases might be hidden behind the search results? These are the habits of thoughtful digital explorers, and they were visible every day. Connecting with Purpose > DigComp Area 2: Communication and Collaboration Technology helped us stay connected across subjects, campuses, and cultures. Whether it was through collaborative writing in Google Docs, video feedback in Seesaw, or virtual science experiments, students used tech to build ideas together . During cross-campus sustainability projects and peer-to-peer coding challenges, our learners demonstrated Respect and Creativity , listening to diverse perspectives and finding shared solutions, often from opposite sides of the screen. Students learned that meaningful digital communication starts with empathy, and that every emoji, email, and shared document is a chance to reflect our values. Creating and Expressing in New Ways > DigComp Area 3: Digital Content Creation Our students became makers, designers, and storytellers this year. They filmed documentaries, developed websites, composed digital music, and even built game prototypes. In Art, Drama, and Design, digital tools helped students bring their visions to life in entirely new forms. Here, Creativity and Courage took centre stage. Students didn’t just consume content, they created, shaped, and questioned it. And they learned how to attribute sources, license their work ethically, and reflect on originality in an AI-assisted world. Staying Safe, Thinking Critically > DigComp Area 4: Safety Our Digital Citizenship curriculum deepened this year with clear, age-appropriate guidance on cyberbullying, privacy, screen habits , and the emerging challenges of generative AI. Students across year groups explored password safety, image rights, and online identity. Safety wasn’t just about avoiding risk, it was about cultivating Caring and Respect in everything we do online. In a year of incredible digital growth, we also focused on what matters most: wellbeing . As screen time became a bigger part of learning and leisure, we initiated steps to help students find a balance. We discussed healthy habits, screen fatigue , and mindful tech use , encouraging students to reflect on when to log in and log off. We invited parents into the conversation through talks and guides. Solving Problems, Building Futures > DigComp Area 5: Problem Solving Whether debugging code in Scratch, resolving group tech issues in Design lessons, or applying AI responsibly to a research task, our students tackled digital challenges with Perseverance and purpose. Tech mentors continued to emerge in classrooms. Student-led workshops supported peers with tips on file organisation, app use, and digital study skills. Our learners embraced digital problem-solving not just as a skill, but as a mindset : curious, patient, and open to change. AI in Education: A Future We’re Ready For We embraced one of the most exciting and transformative educational developments: Artificial Intelligence . As AI tools became more accessible, our classrooms became spaces not just for using AI, but for understanding it, questioning it, and exploring its potential responsibly. From language models that help with brainstorming to creative tools that turn sketches into digital artwork, our students experienced firsthand how AI can support learning,

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