Split – Happy Teachers Teach Outdoors: Mental Health & Environmental Education for a Better Future

This course is available in 7-day, 6-day, or 5-day formats. Please choose your preferred length in the preregistration form.

Location: Split, Croatia

Course description

This immersive experience is tailored for educators seeking to navigate the challenges posed by environmental breakdown and sustainability while fostering mental health and well-being. Join us as we explore the natural setting as a classroom for building resilience, communicating effectively about environmental topics, and creating a happy and harmonious atmosphere.

Navigating Educational Challenges with Environmental Awareness

Delve into the heart of educational challenges presented by environmental breakdown and sustainability. In this segment, participants will gain valuable insights and practical tools to be better prepared for addressing these challenges. Engage in discussions on effective communication with colleagues and learners about environmental topics, fostering a collaborative approach to environmental education. This section serves as a foundation for educators to navigate the complexities of the modern educational landscape.

Building Happiness and Resilience in Nature’s Classroom

Shift the focus to the natural classroom as a space for building a happy and resilient educational atmosphere. Explore strategies for monitoring internal narratives in the natural setting, creating a positive and nurturing environment for both educators and learners. Embrace the power of storytelling and analogies to share well-being and resilience experiences, fostering a sense of community and understanding. Delve into the environment as a means of confronting fears head-on, using nature as a source of inspiration and empowerment.

Learning outcomes:

• Enhance preparedness for educational challenges related to environmental breakdown and sustainability.
• Develop effective communication skills regarding environmental topics with colleagues and learners.
• Cultivate a happy classroom atmosphere through mindful monitoring of internal narratives.
• Share well-being and resilience experiences through storytelling and analogies.
• Utilize the natural environment to face and address fears, promoting personal growth.
• Harness mindfulness as a tool for mind training, focus, relaxation, goal achievement, and self-awareness.
• Gain positive knowledge and life skills through a holistic perspective of the natural classroom in the great outdoors.

Step into “Happy Teachers Teach Outdoors: Mental Health & Environmental Education for a Better Future,” where the intersection of environmental education and well-being transforms teaching into a holistic and enriching experience. Discover strategies to navigate educational challenges, build happiness and resilience in the classroom, and use nature as a powerful tool for growth.

The Course Fee 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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