Non-formal methods for digital and hybrid environments
The main objective of the course is to introduce the resources of non-formal learning methods which are possible to use in digital & hybrid environments for supporting teachers’ work, students’ development & learning processes at schools & educational institutions.
Expected results of the training
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participants will understand the challenges and roles of educators in the era of AI, through case studies and contextual discussions
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educators will learn to apply non-formal education methods in digital environments to foster engaging and effective learning experiences
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participants will gain hands-on experience with various AI tools, developing practical tasks for their students to enhance learning outcomes
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they will create educational activities suited for both digital and hybrid learning settings, focusing on student engagement and learning personalization
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educators will explore and identify practical solutions for challenges in hybrid learning environments, enhancing their problem-solving skills
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they will share their methods and tools, contributing to a collaborative learning environment, and reflect on their learning journey for continuous improvement
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they will compile a toolbox of strategies, tools, and resources to implement in their own organizations, enhancing educational practices
Programme
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Day 1
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Introduction to the learning week.
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Getting to know each other.
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Learning objectives. Steps of the programme. Practical arrangements.
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Personal learning and action plan.
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Context of the training: challenges and educators’ roles in the era of AI. Case studies.
Day 2
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Online collaboration tools for teachers.
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Non-formal methods for digital learning environments, practical workshop.
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Visiting schools in small groups according to participants’ profiles.
Day 3
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Using AI tools in education: testing various tools and methods
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Developing tasks for your students
Day 4
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Non-formal methods for hybrid learning
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Searching for practical solutions for hybrid learning
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Learning programme in a museum: digital solutions for personalisation of the learning experience
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Day 5
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Developing activities for your students in digital and hybrid environments
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Problem solving
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Challenges and solutions in local educational organisations
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Day 6
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Study trip: testing digital tools outdoors
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Day 7
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Sharing the participants’ methods and tools
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Collecting and presenting the toolboxes to take to the sending organisations
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Reflection of the learning process
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Making evaluation and conclusions
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Celebration
Location & Dates
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Malta 16 June 2025
Estonia 16 June 2025
Malta 13 October 2025
Estonia 8 December 2025
Malta 15 October 2026
Malta 12 October 2026
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Details
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Target audience: teachers, trainers, headmasters, school and education managers, educational counsellors, career counsellors, adult educators, other non-governmental organization staff, public servants, and policy makers.
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Supportive learning materials of the programme will be sent to the participants in advance.
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The training itself will not be built on lectures or presentations, but on searching for effective solutions and inspiration for the participants' practice, discovering experiences of other countries and spending valuable time together.
Participation fee:
400 € - 5 days
560 € - 7 days