Split – Outdoor Learning for Mental Health: Happy Teachers Teach Outdoors

Course description

This immersive experience is designed for educators facing the environmental and sustainability challenges of today—while also nurturing mental health and well‑being. Join us to use the natural world as an outdoor classroom for building resilience, improving communication around environmental issues, and creating a happier, more harmonious teaching atmosphere.

Navigating educational challenges with environmental awareness

Dive into the core educational challenges brought about by environmental degradation and sustainability. In this section, participants gain practical insights and tools to address these issues more confidently. Engage in conversations about communicating environmental topics with colleagues and learners, fostering collaboration and shared responsibility. This part lays the groundwork for educators to manage the complexities of modern education with a clearer, more informed perspective.

Building happiness and resilience in nature’s classroom

Shift attention to the outdoors as a nurturing space for fostering happiness and resilience. Explore ways to monitor and guide internal narratives while immersed in nature, cultivating a positive, supportive environment for educators and students alike. Learn to use storytelling and analogies to share experiences of well‑being and resilience, strengthening community bonds and understanding. Discover how nature can help confront fears, serving as both inspiration and empowerment for personal growth.

Learning outcomes

Participants who complete the course will be able to:

• Be better prepared for educational challenges tied to environmental breakdown and sustainability.
  
• Communicate more effectively about environmental topics with colleagues and learners.
  
• Foster a joyful classroom atmosphere by mindfully observing and guiding inner narratives.
  
• Share well‑being and resilience stories through storytelling and analogy, building community understanding.
  
• Use the natural environment to face fears, promoting personal growth and courage.
  
• Apply mindfulness for mental focus, relaxation, goal attainment, and self‑awareness.
  
• Gain practical life skills through a holistic appreciation of the outdoor classroom. 

Step into this program where environmental education and well‑being come together to transform teaching into a holistic, enriching journey. Discover strategies for tackling educational challenges, cultivating happiness and resilience, and using nature as a powerful growth tool.

Course fee and what’s included

Fee: 80 € per day

Included in the fee:

• Free guided walking tour of Split with a local expert.
  
• Full programme of study sessions, minimum 25 hours per week.
  
• Course materials.
  
• Certificate of attendance.
  
• Europass, available on request.
  
• Learning Agreement, available on request.
  
• Visits to local institutions.
  
• Personalized support.
  
• On‑site expertise from the local provider during the mobility.
  
• Free Wi‑Fi.
  
• Coffee and tea breaks.
  
• Administration costs.