1. How to be prepared for implementation of credit mobility in Erasmus+ ? From experiences of Polish National Agency for the LLP-Erasmus programme Beata Skibińska, Head of the Unit „Erasmus, Erasmus Mundus, Tempus, Bologna Experts” Kaunas, 25th October 2013

2. Is Erasmus important? Why? Motto of 25th Erasmus anniversary: Erasmus changing lives, opening minds for 25 years !

3. ER EuRopean A Action S Scheme M for the Mobility U of University S Students Why ERASMUS?

4. The role of a higher education institution (HEI) in a programme and a partner country Information and promotion of the programme to potential participants: student and staff members Organisation of selection process: students and staff Financial agreements with individual participants: students and staff Monitoring of students and staff performance Reporting to the National Agency

5. Erasmus University Charter Name of the HEI Number

6. Inter-institutional agreement between programme and partner country HEIs Respect of fundamental principles: Respect in full the principles of non-discrimination set out in the Erasmus for All programme and ensure equal access and opportunities to mobile participants from all backgrounds. Ensure full recognition for satisfactorily completed activities of mobile students in terms of credits awarded (ECTS or compatible system) and inclusion in the final record of student achievements (Diploma Supplement or equivalent). Charge no fees, in the case of credit mobility, to incoming exchange students for tuition, registration, examinations or access to laboratory and library facilities.

7. Inter-institutional agreement between programme and partner country HEIs Obligation when participating in mobility: Publish Course Catalogues Apply ECTS rules Ensures good preparation of mobile individuals (language, documents, logistics) Assisstance for visas, accommodation, insurance Guidance to incoming participants Equal academic treatment and services Integration into the local society Mentoring Linquistic support RECOGNITION

8. Inter-institutional agreement between programme and partner country HEIs Details to be agreed: A.Information about higher education institutions B.Mobility numbers per academic year C.Minimum requirements:  Language skills required at the start of the mobility:  Respect of fundamental principles and other mobility requirements  Any additional requirements (to be completed if necessary)

9. Inter-institutional agreement between programme and partner country HEIs Details to be agreed: D.Calendar E.Information 1.Grading systems of the institutions 2.Visa 3.Insurance 4.Housing

10. Questions? Comments?

11. Thank you for your attention beata.skibinska@frse.org.pl Good luck! Wishes for success!