Our partner, Prof. Letizia Cinganotto (University for Foreigners of Perugia), presented an analysis of plurilingual education in Italy. The session focused on practical case studies
TAPPEO delivers a comprehensive suite of resources and outcomes designed to transform preschool education across Europe. By combining research-driven insights, innovative training programmes, and cutting-edge digital tools, the project equips educators with the knowledge and practical strategies they need to foster inclusive, plurilingual, and engaging learning environments. At the same time, a vibrant online community ensures that these resources continue to evolve, enabling teachers to share experiences, collaborate across borders, and build lasting professional networks.
TAPPEO’s research approach combines in-depth academic literature reviews with teacher-led action research conducted directly in preschool classrooms. This dual perspective ensures that the project is both scientifically grounded and practically relevant. The results provide:
Comprehensive insights into plurilingual and inclusive education
Exploring how children acquire and use multiple languages, and how inclusive practices can improve participation, communication, and learning outcomes.
Evidence-based strategies for supporting multilingual learners
Including approaches for language scaffolding, creating inclusive classroom environments, and fostering collaboration between teachers, families, and communities.
Academic and professional publications
Reports, articles, and case studies that contribute to ongoing research, inform policy discussions, and offer practical guidance to early childhood educators and institutions.
Teacher training is a cornerstone of TAPPEO’s mission, designed to empower educators with the knowledge and skills needed to create inclusive and engaging learning environments. The project offers:
Covering key topics such as plurilingual pedagogy, intercultural communication, inclusive classroom management, and effective strategies for supporting children from diverse backgrounds.
Step-by-step resources that translate research into daily teaching practices, providing lesson plans, activity suggestions, and adaptable teaching frameworks.
Demonstrating how to use storytelling, music, movement, games, and immersive play-based learning to support language development, social interaction, and cultural awareness in early childhood settings.
TAPPEO develops a variety of innovative tools and resources to support teachers in designing engaging, inclusive, and language-rich classroom experiences. These include:
Interactive e-learning resources, story collections, language games, and visual aids designed to support children’s language acquisition in a playful and meaningful way.
Role-playing scripts, thematic project kits, collaborative group activities, and interactive storytelling guides that can be directly applied in daily lessons.
Smart tools that provide personalised language support, track individual progress, suggest targeted interventions, and adapt learning content to each child’s needs and pace.
A dedicated Moodle-based online platform serves as the hub of the TAPPEO learning community, connecting educators, researchers, and practitioners across Europe. Through this collaborative space, participants can:
