Post No.26

The first day of our practice lessons was very beneficial. As agreed before, we visited our practice school in the morning. Before we could take some breath we were in the classroom, talking with the pupils about immigration, racism and the south part of the USA. At the end of the lesson we were invited by the teacher to join an afternoon performance of the school choir. We did and, of course, we didn't regret. Even though we didn't understand anything we were able to appreciate the sound and wonderful singing.

After this experience I really start to think that this programme is becoming to give us exactly the thing which we have asked for. Practice. Learning about the Danish educational system and comparing it with ours, as well. 

Post no.25

6th April - Wake up for the trip and see what the town of Abenraa looks like. Another part of our modules took part on Tuesday when we took the bus to Abenraa to enjoy a drama lesson. No one knew what was about to happen so we were quite excited. When we found out that the "classroom" is no bigger than a usual classroom, we were a little bit perplexed. Flemming was again in his optimistic and cheerful mood and started the lesson with the explanation of the schedule and other practical things. After the lesson really began we were taken to the process completely. We were shown many interesting activities which can be easily used as so called icebreakers. In general, the lesson was well-prepared and all the Erasmus students had a really lovely time. 

After the lesson we had about an hour to enjoy Abenraa - we took a short walk and the rest of the time spent on a beach. I am really looking forward to going there again - on FRIDAY 9th.

Post No.24

After few days of doing nothing I realized that I should start doing something useful - i.e. finish same papers for my home university, read books or update this blog.

The week after the International Week was very peaceful and calm. Nearly every lesson we attended was one of the last ones. We started the week on Monday 22th with the music lesson where we sang our favourite songs such as Singing all together. We finished the lesson with a little drama which was based on a classical piece of music. It was quite difficult - not to think about the theme or topic but to be precise. We were quite surprised how similar our ideas were.

The day continued with the last Special Education lesson where we were talking the way we are focused on special education in our countries and showed the presentations aw well. To sum this module - I think it was one of the most beneficial one. I really enjoyed the openness of the teacher and her enthusiasm. 

The following days were really relaxing and we were looking forward to the cooking lesson with other Danish students. We went shopping together and talked about the recipes. However, I  was quite disappointed with the students because during the procedure they kind of didn't want to talk to us and the teacher noticed it as well. In private, she also told us that she had expected them to be more communicative... but nevermind... the final buffet satisfied everyone and that was the goal. We had the opportunity to taste some of the very old and (nowadays) old-fashioned dished - a special type of porridge which was made of bread and beer and many other things which followed the Climate Friendly Cooking scheme. 

After this lesson we started enjoying the holidays and we planned our trips. We visited Legoland and Arhus and had a lovely time together. 

Post No.23

International Week Day 4

At the edge with physical force... coughing and very tired I joined the whole international group on the way to RIBE. Ribe, the oldest town in Denmark - I really couldn't afford missing it, right? First the museum - very nice, especially the practical part and the movie as well. Then stop at the baker's for some Danish delicious pastry and taking picture of the wonderful deserted town where we were passing only the international students =D (Hey, are you sure that the town is in Denmark?). On our way back we were very preoccupied with preparing the International Song Contest!!! YES - those people really made me sing =) Pizza, beer and singing - the most wonderful combination ever. 

Post No.22

International Week Day 3

The third day was in the name of SURPRISE ME. We prepared a little exhibition on the project we had made in the workshops. Then it was our time to present our Universities to others. I may say that quite a lot of people were surprised by the modernity of our town and our University as well. We prepared some pictures from our town and were ready to answer every single question. 

I also want to thank my group from the English lesson - I really enjoyed cooperating with you... Well, that was the purpose of the International Week, right?

Post No.21

International Week Day 2

Workshop A was the greatest fun I experienced during the whole International Week. First we were given a small lecture on Danish pastry and coffee tables. Very interesting. Then we were taught how to prepare a LUNCH BOX. Hehe you really want to teach a 23-year-old Czech girl teach how to prepare a snack? =D Nooo, I am just kidding. It was pleasuring. 

The whole Tuesday was in the name of FOOD. There was the snack at noon and in the evening we were supposed to prepare a typical dish from our country. the ones who weren't there can't image the beauty of the tables carrying the weight of so much food - so many different kinds of starter, main dishes, desserts... The Czechs spend lots of time in kitchen and we've already introduced some national food. On this occasion we prepared a potato salad and I, very bravely, added a note saying "The Czech Republic - Potato Salad - The best potato Salad you have EVER had". Finally it wasn't brave at all b/c our salad was a complete success and many people came and expressed the pleasure they had while eating it. Thank you ;-)

Post No.20

International Week - Day 1

Another module which is obligatory for us was the International Week. We welcomed about 30 other people from the whole Europe - Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Turkey ... I just hope I didn't forget somebody. What a shame that there were now Hungarians for Viki or Czechs for us ;-) 

We started the day with an introduction in the C building where we filled up nearly the whole big classroom. What was very practical and enjoyable was the intercultural activity. First we gather in groups according to our country and we draw a picture of our culture and nation. Then we switched in groups and tried to do the same with a culture which we didn't belong to. Finally we presented the pictures and I might say they were very similar =) (beer, food, knowledge and heritage for the Czechs). 

The next activity was a Danish lesson with some Danish students who taught us some basic phrases. The thing which was confirmed to be an absolute truth was the fact that every single Dane pronounce the words in his own words. I've heard so many version of "HVAD HEDDER DU" that I fell completely and utterly confused and lost. I love DANISH - it's so.... Danish ;-)

Post No.19

Special needs

Today we have visited Favrdalskolen in Haderslev. I was amazed! I've never seen such a beautiful and enormous school before. I really start loving Danish schools and the atmosphere in them. Everything and everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Thank you for the arrangement. 

Post No.18

CZECH-NORWEGIAN-POLISH NIGHT at the student's café

Thank everyone for coming to our party. We hope you liked the JEDNOHUBKY and the beer as well. We got a very good feedback on our refreshment so if you want the recipe, just tell me on Ondrej =D

Post No.17

Danish lesson - I must admit that the last Danish lesson was completely different form those previous ones and that we really enjoyed the activity. We were divided into groups and we should write a recipe of our national dish. We were together with Viki (Hungarian girl) b/c she is the only person from Hungary and our cuisines are very similar. We both love garlic, onion and spices - at the end the decision wasn't difficult at all b/c if you mix everything together with a good piece of beef (or pork) you will get a wonderful dish called GULAS (goulash, in Hungarian gulyas). This activity was very creative and at the end we saw many national dishes written on big sheets of black paper.