Dubrovnik – Adopting the Finnish Teaching Method: Proven Strategies for Student-Centered Classroom

This course is available in 6-day or 5-day formats. Please choose your preferred length in the preregistration form.

Location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

We proudly present the world-famous Finnish educational method, revered across the globe and hailed as the most contemporary and successful way of teaching.
In this limited course, the participants will receive insight into the basic cornerstones of Finnish teacher training. The course will focus on practical, everyday solutions in and out of the classroom. A lot of the activities and exercises of the course will be presented in outdoor settings.

The participants will get first-hand insight into the Finnish way of task and assignment planning for students, communication skills and techniques, the basics of special education, the techniques to give feedback and evaluation, and the critical outlook of the hidden curriculum. The methods can be used in student groups of all ages and backgrounds. And since the Finnish system is very student-based, the course will be adjusted in cooperation with the participants to match their needs and desires. The course will be as student-based and activating as possible. Prepare to go hiking, playing, and laughing!

Despite his young age, the course teacher Juhani Salo has been teaching for a decade now in various positions in Finnish education ranging from a 2nd grade elementary school class teacher to a university teacher. Graduating with a Master’s in Pedagogy, Physical Education, and Health Science, he has also taught almost every Finnish school subject as a substitute teacher in his wild youth. In addition, Juhani has gained international teaching experience in 9 countries. Juhani is infinitely curious about learning and growth and he is living his dream while sharing the pearls of the Finnish system with European colleagues in the warm and relaxed atmosphere of the Adriatic Sea.

The Course Fee Includes:

• Free Dubrovnik walking tour;
• Full program of study sessions ( minimum 30 hours per week );
• Course materials;
• Certificate of attendance;
• Europass;
• Learning Agreement;
• Personalized support;
• The expertise of Local Representative on location during the mobility;
• Free WIFI internet;
• Coffee and tea breaks;
• Administration costs.

Dubrovnik, Croatia presents an unparalleled location for a mental health & well-being course. Hailed as The Jewel of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik is an exquisite city museum, where visitors get immersed in medieval times, with breathtaking views from the ancient city walls. The location for King’s Landing of the ultra-popular HBO’s production Game of Thrones, Dubrovnik is a place visitors remember forever.
You will get to experience the striking natural beauty of the Adriatic coast and neighboring forests, complemented by a Mediterranean climate that’s perfectly suited for outdoor retreat activities. Take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful cities in the world and return home 100% rejuvenated and reenergized!

📍 Location: Erasmus Courses Croatia Dubrovnik

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