Over the course of five days, participants will engage in a variety of learning experiences that include guided nature walks, visits to local farms and protected areas, hands-on workshops on outdoor skills, and group discussions on curriculum development and the challenges and opportunities of incorporating outdoor learning into educational settings.

Participants will also have the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas and best practices, and explore the beautiful natural environment of the region where the course is held. Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate that recognizes their commitment to advancing the field of outdoor learning and environmental education.

Overall, this Erasmus+ Staff Training course offers a unique and immersive learning experience that combines theory and practice, personal growth and well-being, and environmental stewardship and conservation.

Experiential learning: Participants will have opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences such as guided nature walks, outdoor skills workshops, and visits to local farms and protected areas.

Collaborative learning: Participants will engage in group discussions, activities, and projects to exchange ideas and best practices, and to develop a network of like-minded professionals.

Reflection and self-assessment: Participants will have opportunities to reflect on their learning experiences, identify areas for growth and improvement, and develop action plans for implementing outdoor learning in their educational settings.

Multimedia presentations: Course materials include multimedia presentations, videos, and case studies to illustrate key concepts and principles related to outdoor learning and environmental education.

Learning Outcomes

2. Knowledge of the natural environment and biodiversity of the region where the course is held.

3. Familiarity with practical skills and strategies for designing and implementing outdoor learning activities in educational settings.

4. Increased awareness of the role of outdoor learning in promoting personal growth, well-being, and environmental stewardship.

5. Ability to identify and address the challenges and opportunities of incorporating outdoor learning into curriculum development.

6. Development of a network of like-minded professionals who can share ideas and best practices related to outdoor learning and environmental education.

7. Increased confidence and competence in outdoor skills such as wilderness survival, orienteering, and camping.

8. Improved ability to incorporate sustainability principles and eco-friendly practices into educational settings.

9. Development of a personal action plan for implementing outdoor learning in educational settings.

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.

Online Meeting Program

• Meeting with the trainer
• Presentation of info pack
• Q & A session

• Welcome & Icebreaker

• What is Outdoor Learning?
  Interactive presentation with group brainstorming on experiences with learning outside the classroom

• Workshop: Build Your Outdoor Learning Toolkit
  Teams create posters listing materials, methods, and spaces available in their school/community

• Sustainability & Eco-Practices in Education
  Hands-on station-based activity to explore recycling systems, upcycling, and green habits at school

• Tactile Biodiversity Exploration
  Touch-and-feel stations with leaves, bark, soil, seeds, and natural elements for sensory-based learning

• Climate Change Role Play
  Participants take the roles of students, teachers, and natural elements to explore the environmental change impacts

• Circle Discussion: Where Is Nature in My Subject?
  Guided sharing session to identify how each school subject can connect to outdoor themes

• Learning Station Lab
  Participants rotate through mini activities (e.g., nature scavenger hunts, weather journaling, seed planting) that can be done in schoolyards, balconies, or parks

• Workshop: Design an Outdoor Activity for Any Space
  Teams design activities for very limited outdoor access (e.g., an urban school with no playground)

• Gallery Walk & Feedback
  Teams present their activities. Others leave sticky notes with ideas, questions, and compliments

• Map & Navigation Challenge
  Learn basic orientation and map skills using an indoor “course” marked with clues and questions

• Problem-Solving Task: Nature Obstacle Challenge
  In teams, solve imaginary nature-based challenges using logic, creativity, and simple materials (e.g., build a shelter with paper and tape, create a safe path for a nature walk)

• Integrating Outdoor Learning into the Curriculum
  Group work to draft sample lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards

• Create Your Mini Project: ‘My School Outside’
  Participants individually or in pairs draft an implementation plan to apply outdoor learning at their school

• Interactive Fair: Present Your Plan
  Short, informal presentations with peer feedback using colored cards

• Course Reflection & Feedback Circle
  Share one takeaway and one action step

• Certificate Ceremony

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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)

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