Designing Inclusive Learning Environments

Course Description The inclusiveness approach in education has a long history.

This concept, which was previously seen as an educational approach for individuals with disabilities or special education needs, has now expanded to include all disadvantaged groups and has gained the meaning of ensuring equal access to social, cultural, educational, and vital activities and opportunities for all individuals.

The inclusive education application is aimed to supporting the personal and professional development of teachers, supporting their intellectual, emotional, and social development, and providing a transformation in European society on inclusion through teachers. This training, which has long-term, deep social and philosophical content, has been developed on an activity-based basis.

The clear purpose of education is to contribute to the development of our children with a human-centered approach, to ensure that each child’s differences and characteristics are included in educational activities, to eliminate discrimination against children in schools, to prevent personal changes and adjustments in the classrooms, and to contribute to the perception of each child as a valuable individual with their differences. The implicit purpose of this training is to enable trainees to acquire constructivist teaching techniques as skills through activity-based training practices.

Methodologies Of The Course The course methodology will be based on active participation and experiential learning, as participants will be involved in the lessons through case studies, drama, and games. In addition, in the lessons, inquiry-based learning and cooperative learning techniques will be applied, as they will consist of theoretical information, concrete exercises, and group discussions. By considering and applying each approach/tool in your daily teaching practice, you will gain new perspectives on creating an inclusive, multicultural school environment.

In addition, the participants will be provided with preparatory material that includes the presentation of the course and covers all important concepts. The course instructor will also send you a questionnaire to identify your needs and interests. At the end of each training day, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and exchange feedback with the facilitator and other participants.

Pedagogical Approach
  • Main components and principles of inclusive education
  • Recognize different types of students with special needs in the regular classroom
  • Learning to design, prepare and present interactive tasks for students of different abilities
  • Motivating special students to learn about their psycho-social needs and to get rid of difficulties
  • Sharing good practices and discussing challenges with trainees and course instructors
Teaching Methods
  • Expression
  • Argument
  • Group Teaching
  • Active Learning
  • Individual
  • Presentation (Briefing)
Learning Outcomes
  • Examining and understanding practices, policies, and systems in inclusive education
  • Developing the teaching of strategies and methods in inclusive education
  • Developing knowledge of best practices and the latest research in teaching in an inclusive classroom
  • Get practical ideas to apply in the classroom
  • practical applications in developing language and communication skills
  • Sharing good practices and discussing challenges with trainees and course instructors
Objectives
  • Disadvantaged individuals and their characteristics
  • Physical, developmental, emotional/behavioral, and sensory disorders
  • Inclusive learning environments
  • Good practices in inclusive education
  • Integrating good practices into the curriculum
Language English
Duration 5 Days
Type of Certification Awarded
  1. Certificate of Attendance
  2. Europass Certificate (if requested)

Our courses are designed and delivered in compliance with the quality standards of the Erasmus+ Key Action 1 Quality Standards for Courses.

 

Schedule of the activities

 

Online Meeting Program

 

Course Content

Day 1
  • Ice Breaker Activity
  • Introduction to inclusive education terminology
  • Rationale for inclusive education
  • Examples of inclusive education from European countries
Day 2
  • Disadvantaged students and their characteristics
  • The importance of the environment while providing education to students with special needs
  • Integration of students with special needs into the classroom
Day 3
  • Ways to improve language and communication skills for individuals with special needs
  • How should we approach and interact with individuals with special needs?
  • Ways to support the social skills of individuals with special needs in the classroom
Day 4
  • The importance of parent and environmental involvement
  • Helping students improve their performance in the classroom
  • Creating lesson plans for inclusive education
Day 5
  • Discussion about inclusive education
  • Evaluation of the course

Course Fee

 

The course fee is 80 euros per participant per day.

This fee does not cover some expenses like accommodation or travel etc. Costs covering enrolment fees for staff mobility format ‘Courses and training’. ( Source: Erasmus+ Program Guide)

You can also make requests for different dates and locations when filling out the pre-registration form, aside from the planned program.

PLANNED

Zagreb, Croatia

1. May 06-10, 2024

2. June 17-21, 2024

 

Budapest, Hungary

1. May 13-17, 2024

2. July 22-26, 2024

 

İstanbul, Türkiye

1. May 20-24, 2024

2. August 26-30, 2024

 

Alanya, Türkiye

1. May 27-31, 2024

2. September 30-October 04, 2024

 

Antalya, Türkiye

1. June 03-07, 2024

2. November 04-08, 2024

 

Rome, Italy

1. June 10-14, 2024

2. December 09-13, 2024

 

Paris, France

1. June 17-21, 2024

2. January 13-17, 2025

 

Barcelona, Spain

1. June 24-28, 2024

2. February 10-14, 2025

 

Thessaloniki, Greece

1. July 01-05, 2024

2. March 17-21, 2025

 

Lisbon, Portugal

1. July 08-12, 2024

2. April 21-25, 2025

 

Join our transformative Erasmus+ KA1 course and unlock new opportunities for professional growth! This course is tailored for educators eager to enhance their teaching practice through the esteemed Erasmus+ framework.

In our Erasmus+ KA1 course, educators will delve into innovative teaching methodologies, foster collaboration, and gain invaluable insights into international education practices. With Erasmus+ KA1, teachers can expand their horizons, promote cultural exchange, and empower students to thrive in a globalized world.

Through the Erasmus+ KA1 course, educators will develop essential skills, including ICT integration, project-based learning, and intercultural competence. By participating in Erasmus+ KA1, teachers will gain practical tools and strategies to create inclusive, engaging learning environments.

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