Art in Education: Cultivating Creativity in Inclusive Classrooms with Digital and Eco Art
Location: Split, Croatia
Course description
This Erasmus+ KA1 course is designed to give educators the knowledge and skills to integrate art, eco-art principles, and digital tools into their teaching methods. Creativity, environmental awareness, and technological skills are more important than ever in our changing world.
Erasmus Courses Croatia recognizes educators’ crucial role in shaping tomorrow’s minds and believes that this interdisciplinary approach is key to a deeper understanding of ecological principles and digital competencies. This course offers a way to blend art, sustainability, and technology to raise environmental awareness, encourage creative expression, and improve digital skills.
Exploring Art Forms in Education
This Erasmus+ KA1 course empowers educators to integrate various art forms into their teaching methods. Creativity in the classroom fosters critical thinking, emotional expression, and problem-solving skills. Participants will learn techniques in video/visual arts, stop motion animation, traditional music integration, and clay sculpture. Through hands-on projects, educators will discover how to inspire students and make learning more engaging by using creative expression as a tool for both personal and academic growth.
Integrating Eco-Art in Education for Sustainability
Eco-art principles promote environmental awareness and sustainability. This course helps educators incorporate eco-art into their curricula, encouraging students to use recycled materials and natural resources in their projects. Participants will explore eco-art techniques and engage in workshops focusing on the environment. By creating eco-art pieces, educators will learn to inspire students to think critically about ecological issues and take action toward preserving our planet.
Blending Digital Tools with Traditional Art
Incorporating digital tools into education enhances technological skills and modernizes the learning experience. This course covers the use of digital tools and video editing in art projects. Educators will learn to create stop-motion animations and digital compositions, integrating traditional music with modern technology. By blending digital tools with eco-art and traditional art practices, participants will be equipped to teach students how to use technology responsibly and creatively, preparing them for a digital future.
Hands-On Learning with Nature and Technology in Split, Croatia
Participants will explore how art and digital tools can create positive changes in the classroom. They will discover new ways to engage students in meaningful conversations about environmental and technological issues. The course includes learning different teaching methods and tools to use eco-art and digital projects in various subjects. Lessons will take place in inspiring natural settings such as a beautiful forest, seaside, and a Roman palace, providing a rich backdrop for creativity and learning.
These activities will encourage creativity and technological skills, focusing on the connections and actions in our environment that affect natural resources and how digital tools can highlight these issues. Education in these stunning locations will help us understand the value of our planet, creative expression, and the role of digital tools in advocating for future activism and community-based interventions.
Learning outcomes:
- Integrate art forms into teaching to boost creativity and engagement.
- Promote environmental awareness through eco-art.
- Use recycled materials and natural resources in projects.
- Create stop-motion animations and digital compositions.
- Enhance technological skills with digital tools and video editing.
- Foster critical thinking with interdisciplinary projects.
- Inspire responsible use of technology and environmental care.
By the end of this course focused on integrating art, eco-art principles, and digital tools, educators will have acquired valuable skills in blending creative expression with sustainability and technology. Participants will explore practical methods for incorporating traditional art forms, eco-art practices, and digital tools into their teaching. They will learn to create engaging projects that foster creativity, environmental awareness, and technological proficiency. Educators will be equipped to develop inclusive and inspiring classroom environments that support both personal and academic growth while raising awareness about ecological issues and responsible technology use.
The Course Fee of 80€ per day Includes:
- Free Split walking tour – with the local expert guide (included);
- Full programme of study sessions ( minimum 35 hours per week );
- Course materials;
- Certificate of attendance;
- Europass, on request
- Learning Agreement, on request
- Visits to local institutions;
- Personalized support;
- Expertise of Local Provider on location during the mobility;
- Free WIFI internet;
- Coffee and tea breaks;
- Administration costs.
Location : Erasmus Courses Split
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