E-learning as winning tool for supporting teaching and for enhancing the internationalization processes

In order to improve education and to develop a stronger internationalization program, the Education and Training Command and School of Military Applied Studies of Turin and the University of Turin adopted a virtual learning environment as main tool within the Bachelor and Master Degree in Strategic Sciences for Military and Civilian students. A great number of modules of different subjects are available on a dedicated E-learning platform (MOODLE) where students receive additional contents, discuss with peers and are supported by teachers. Through interactive materials and different activities they can develop the capability of discerning, combining and applying the knowledge. These skills are very useful in the professional environment especially for a military officer and for civilians who are supposed to work in similar complex contexts. Thanks to this E-learning system education, programs such as the Military Erasmus, where military and civilian students of several European education institutions are involved are facilitated. Selected students share experiences, attend blended courses and finally can grow up with a common European feeling. In order to adopt this E-education the Education and Training Command and School of Military Applied Studies of Turin and the University of Turin invest time and effort into the training of teachers, developing new interactive materials and offers a custom helpdesk for a prompt and personalized support. This way of providing education is considered the best way for the future, because it prepares students for global changes and offers real opportunities of lifelong learning. Students' feedback is extremely positive and this encourages to continue with this kind of e-learning activities.