International mobility in teacher education and educational settings is regarded as a key element in equipping students and teachers for working in today’s increasingly diverse and interconnected world. Experiences like student exchanges, study visits, teaching internships, and working with colleagues abroad are regarded to support intercultural understanding, professional development, and global citizenship. International mobility is a key aspect of education policy and programs around the world, especially in initiatives like Erasmus+ and other international exchanges (Boix Mansilla & Jackson 2023; Majewska 2022;). International mobility has been shown to positively influence skills relevant to the teaching profession, such as intercultural awareness and communication, as well as students’ perception of ‘good teaching’ (e.g., Berk 2017; Moorhouse 2022, 2024; Leutwyler & Lottenbach 2009).

This teff Position Paper first examines international mobility opportunities in teacher education programs and schools and subsequently offers recommendations on how to shape international mobility practices that are meaningful, inclusive, and support wider societal goals, both in the educational contexts of today, and, of the future. In addition to the manifold teff activities and events, most often including a mobility of various people, a small additional data set has been collected during fall 2025 through individual and group interviews with: 

12 teachers and 5 administrative staff from teff schools

16 teacher educators and 18 administrative staff from teff universities

33 student teachers from teff universities 

21 pupils from teff partner schools

Teaching in culturally heterogeneous classrooms presents both opportunities and pedagogical challenges, particularly when addressing sensitive issues such as racism, gender, religion, and normative assumptions. This booklet, developed within the Erasmus project BAGSKOL with support from EUniWell, explores strategies for handling these complexities in teacher education. Drawing on contributions from students, researchers, and educators across five European universities, it provides resources to foster culturally responsive and reflective practices. The aim is to inspire dialogue, deepen understanding, and strengthen inclusive and democratic values within higher education and teacher training.