Dear colleagues, 

the time for our next HUPE Slavonski Brod Branch meeting has come. It will be held on October 30, 2024 at 4 pm at OŠ Dradutin Tadijanović.

Agenda: 

1. Maja Penava Aleksić: "AI Magic in the EFL Classroom"
   In this workshop, we'll explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can improve teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL). AI includes technologies like machine learning and natural language processing. It offers benefits such as personalized learning, instant feedback, and access to authentic materials in the EFL classroom.The speaker will share creative ways to use AI tools like Chat GPT, Twee and Magic School for lesson planning, material creation, and assessment, catering to diverse learners including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).By showcasing useful AI tools and sharing examples from teaching practice, the speaker will demonstrate how AI can enhance teaching methods, promote inclusivity, and enrich the language learning experience for all students. Participants will get a chance to work in groups and create their own AI-generated EFL teaching materials in a fun and easy way.
   Finally, by exploring the available legal framework documents, the participants will discuss the ethical, pedagogical, and societal implications of AI use in language teaching and learning, thus making informed decisions about its integration.

2. Mirta Kos Kolobarić: “Dublin Street Characters”
   In this workshop, we will look at how various people with disabilities became legends in their own cities (Dublin in particular) and how their communities accepted them. We will analyse short stories about these people and do some engaging reading comprehension activities which encourage communication, critical thinking and creativity. These activities are perfect for marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3).

3. HUPE news 

If you’d like to attend the meeting, please send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. as to be able to receive a certificate of attendance.

Looking forward to seeing you. 

Kind regards, 

HUPE Slavonski Brod Branch President
Ivana Borozni

Dear colleagues,

the first HUPE Karlovac branch meeting in this school year will be held at 6:30 pm on 10^th September 2024 (Thursday) at OŠ Braća Seljan, Vladimira Nazora 1, Karlovac. Free parking is secured.

Agenda:

1. Mirjana Zubak Mičetić: Implementing the Magic of AI
   This a lecture/workshop providing an introduction to the tool intended for teachers, with an insight into some of the logic and rules while using AI in our everyday work. You will be introduced to advantages and disadvantages of AI, limitations and a wide range of possibilities within a single tool which can prevent burnout and ease workload.

2. Tihana Svoren Kolarec: What’s art got to do with it(online)
   Discover how the Harvard Graduate School of Education integrates visual arts and music to enhance student thinking and learning. Join us as we don our Artful Thinking hats and engage in activities that blend art and language, fostering creativity and critical thinking.

For those who are unable to attend in person, the second lecture is held on the Zoom platform.

Please confirm your arrival (or ask for the Zoom passcode) by sending an email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

Looking forward to seeing you,

Tomislav Mravunac
HUPE Karlovac branch president

Dear colleagues, 

The 1st HUPE Zagreb Branch meeting for school year 2024/2025 is planned to take place on the 4^thOctober 2024 (Friday) at 7.30 PM in Čarobna Riječ (Hebrangova ulica 27/1 Zagreb). 

AGENDA

1. Workshops and lectures from 7.30PM
2. HUPE info 
3. After meeting discussion

WORKSHOPS:

• Petra Blajić: Unlocking Fluency: Mastering Speaking Skills in EFL Classrooms
  This talk on teaching speaking in secondary EFL classes focuses on creating a supportive environment, utilizing activities like role-plays and discussions, and integrating authentic materials. Emphasis is placed on providing various activities one can use to either practice speaking or grade students’ speaking skills.

• IVANA LOVRIĆ: “What Can we Learn from Native Speakers?“ - Dissemination of Teacher Training in England
  The presentation focuses on the experience of learning from native speakers and the dissemination of teacher training practices in England. Visits to schools were essential for observing and participating in class activities, allowing participants to gain firsthand insights into the school structure, facilities, and the role of teacher assistants as key support staff.

• HUPE branch president election
• HUPE info

If you'd like to attend the meeting, please confirm on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. your arrival by the 2nd October 2024. Special invitation goes out to our new members! We would be really happy to see you all and to enjoy this professional education together.

I’m looking forward to seeing you.

Best regards,

Mirjana Zubak Mičetić, prof. 
HUPE ZAGREB BRANCH President

Dragi HUPE Zagreb branch članovi, vrijeme leti i pred nama su izbori za predsjednika/predsjednicu naše podružnice. Moj dvogodišnji mandat je istekao i divno mi je bilo voditi vas kao tim i "najjaču" podružnicu HUPE-a. 

 Za ovo volontersko mjesto može se javiti bilo tko iz naših redova tko je zainteresiran širiti pozitivu, veselje i biti primjer u ovoj maloj velikoj zajednici profesora engleskog jezika. HUPE inspire and be inspired!

Dear colleagues, 

the time for our next HUPE Rijeka Branch meeting has come. It will be held on June 8, 2024 at 10 am at the Trsat Branch of the Rijeka City Library (Dvorana mladosti, Trg Viktora Bubnja 1). 

Agenda: 

1. Gracijela Orobabić: Let's build great teams! 
2. Ester Vidović: Problem Picture Books in TEFL 
3. HUPE news 

If you’d like to attend the meeting, please send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. as the number of attendees is limited. 

Looking forward to seeing you, 

Doris Mesaroš 
HUPE Rijeka Branch President 

Date and time: 8 June 2024 9:00 AM
Venue: online ZOOM meeting
Topic: HUPE Varaždin Branch meeting
Time: Jun 8, 2024 09:00 AM Sarajevo, Skopje, Zagreb

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78477171845

Meeting ID: 784 7717 1845
Passcode: 0W0kup

Agenda:

1. Tea Horvatić: AI is here. Now what?
2. Martina Grgac: The role of international projects in teaching English
3. HUPE news

Stela Pavetić,
HUPE Varaždin branch president

Dear colleagues, 

The second HUPE Dubrovnik Branch meeting in the school year 2023/2024 will take place on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10 am at Osnovna škola Blato in Blato.

AGENDA

1. Gordana Bujanić Tretinjak: Gender Equality: Are we there yet?
2. Ivana Kasunić: Who was Nikola Tesla? (English and Physics workshop)
3. Davorka Bronzić and Nataša Bebić Bačan: European citizenship in English language teaching
4. Silvija Pećanac Bačić: HIPPO – English without borders
5. HUPE news

If you would like to attend the meeting, please confirm your arrival on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by June 1, 2024.

Jelica Šeparović
HUPE Dubrovnik Branch President

Dear colleagues, 

The 3rd HUPE Zagreb Branch meeting for school year 2023/2024 is planned to take place on the 7^th June 2024 (Friday) at 7.30 PM in Čarobna Riječ (Hebrangova ulica 27/1 Zagreb). 

AGENDA

1. Workshops and lectures from 7.30PM
2. HUPE info 
3. After meeting discussion

WORKSHOPS:

• DAŠKA DOMLJAN: Teachers Rule The World! II.
  A good teacher equals a good manager. However, the constant change that we are facing in all areas of human activity paired with bigger demands that the parents and the society impose on us have led us to face an important fact: success comes only to those who are innovative and who can adapt and manage stressful situations and changes. Regardless of whether changes happen at home or at work, they always spark resistance and cause stress. However, it is important to remember that we are not alone in this. The aim of this workshop is to try and help you develop an analytic approach to this ever-so-present issue, and deal with it in a more successful way next time you face it.

• LJERKA VUKIĆ: “Finished, teacher! “
  This workshop deals with the issue of mixed abilities in the classroom. We begin with the action research carried out in the primary English classroom and starting from the results obtained we move on to more practical aspects of the mixed ability challenge. Hopefully you will pick up a new idea and share one of your own with other teachers who have heard “I’m done!” so many times. 

• HUPE info

If you'd like to attend the meeting, please confirm on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. your arrival by the 5th June 2024. We would be really happy to see you all and to enjoy this professional education together.

I’m looking forward to seeing you.

Best regards,

Mirjana Zubak Mičetić, prof. 
HUPE ZAGREB BRANCH President

Dear colleagues,

You are kindly invited to attend our second HUPE Split Branch meeting in 2023-2024, which will take place at III. gimnazija, Split, Ulica Matice hrvatske 11, Split, on Friday, 3^rd May, 2024 at 17:00.

Agenda:  

1. HUPE News – Anita Lasić

2. Dajana Jelavić: What’s AI Got to Do With It?
   SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) and AI are distinct concepts, yet they can seamlessly complement each other in promoting holistic growth. Would you like to explore how AI tools can enhance creativity while nurturing SEL competencies? 

3. Tajana Bundara: AI-powered Assessment Strategies
   This interactive talk aims to share experiences about using artificial intelligence (AI) for formative and summative assessment in English language teaching. Examples will cover tasks for assessing receptive and productive skills from primary to secondary school. Participants will receive suggestions on how to prepare assessment materials using AI, interact with bots, and explore AI combinations that support assessment outcomes. Along with the benefits, participants will be informed of potential pitfalls when using AI. The talk will offer opportunities for active participation and the sharing of reflections and inspirations.

4. Petra Gorički: Teaching English to SEN Students – My Experience
   This workshop will be carried out online via MS Teams. The aim is to address the challenges teachers face when working with SEN students within a curriculum that may not always support their needs. The focus will be on different strategies and methods used to adapt curriculum content to create a stimulating learning environment where students will have an opportunity to reach their full potential.

If you plan to attend the meeting, you are kindly requested to register by sending an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  by Thursday, 2 May 2024.

I’m looking forward to seeing you again!

Kind regards,

Anita Lasić, prof.
HUPE Split Branch President

Dear colleagues,

I would like to invite you to our third and final HUPE Osijek Branch meeting in the school year 2023-2024, which is taking place on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 9.00 am at the Faculty of Education in Osijek (Fakultet za odgojne i obrazovne znanosti, Ulica cara Hadrijana 10, Osijek) in Room 33.  

Agenda:

1) Cassy Prskalo: Beyond Boredom: Transforming Essay Practice into an Adventure

2) Gabrijela Romić: Teacher life: Juggling stress, staying happy

3) Marija Rukavina: Happy Teachers, Happy Classrooms: AI for Stress-Free Teaching

4) HUPE news

The workshop/talk summaries can be found below.

If you would like to attend the meeting, please, register by sending an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 8.00 pm the latest so there is enough time for me to make all the preparations for the meeting based on the number of attendees. Thank you.

I’m looking forward to seeing you.

Kind regards,
Adrijana Roždijevac
HUPE Osijek Branch President