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Holistic approach in education

Explore holistic education that nurtures mind, body, emotions, and community—connecting learning with well-being and the world around us.

photo from the course

By the end of this course, you will…

  • Plan, implement, evaluate, and reflect on learning processes using a holistic approach

  • Select and adapt effective tools and methods that support holistic learning

  • Integrate mindfulness techniques to reduce stress and foster presence

  • Communicate with confidence across multilingual and multicultural contexts

  • Use reflective practice to support students’ learning journeys

Programme

Day 1 – Foundations & Connection

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  • Introductions, programme overview, and personal goals

  • Why a holistic approach matters in education

  • Exercises connecting with the learning environment

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Day 2 – Learning As a Whole

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  • Applying holistic approaches through case studies

  • Balancing your roles as learner and teacher

  • Outdoor tasks promoting experiential learning

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Day 3 – Mindfulness & Mental Well-Being

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  • Supporting mental health through mindfulness and embodied learning

  • Nature as both guide and classroom

  • Cultural evening with live music for community building

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Day 4 – Creating with Tools & Art

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  • Building a holistic education toolbox

  • Art therapy and other expressive methods

  • Testing tools in diverse environments

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Day 5 – Sustainability & Creativity

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  • Exploring the “care continuum”: self, others, community, planet

  • Outdoor sustainability experiments

  • Creative workshop envisioning the future of education

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Day 6 – In Context (Study Trip)

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  • Practical application through a guided local visit or learning excursion

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Day 7 – Share & Reflect

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  • Participants present their toolkits

  • Reflect on learning journey and outcomes

  • Group evaluation, conclusions, and celebration

During the course the participants will:

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  • Learn and experience a holistic approach in education;

  • Practice connection with the environment;

  • Exchange good practices and discuss challenges with fellow colleagues and the course trainers;

  • Learn and work together with educators from different European countries.

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Expected outcomes:

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A personalized toolbox for holistic teaching and learning

Proven methods and tools ready for classroom or workshop implementation

Fresh inspiration for innovative educational practice

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Locations & Dates

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8 December 2025 — Estonia

23 February 2026 — St. Maarten (SXM)

20 April 2026 — Cappadocia, Turkey

8 June 2026 — Estonia

22 June 2026 — Azores, Portugal

19 October 2026 — Menorca, Spain

23 November 2026 — Fuerteventura

7 December 2026 — Estonia

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Details

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Target Audience: teachers, trainers, counselors, adult educators, NGO staff, public servants, and policymakers

Format: Interactive and practice-based—no lectures, only experiential learning

Learning Materials: Delivered in advance to support preparation

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Participation fee: 

400 € - 5 days

560 € - 7 days

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