About the course
This course is designed to help teachers adapt to the evolving needs of 21st-century learners by integrating modern teaching methodologies, digital tools, and non-formal education techniques. Participants will explore ways to bridge the generation gap between teachers and students, enhance their digital competencies, and incorporate interactive and engaging teaching strategies.
What will you learn?
By the end of this course, participants will:
Understand the latest 21st-century teaching and learning trends.
Gain digital skills and explore ICT tools for classroom use.
Develop team-building and student engagement strategies through various interactive activities.
Course Content
This course provides teachers with practical strategies and digital tools to transform their teaching methods, ensuring greater student engagement and active learning.
Morning Session (3h)
- Introduction to 21st-century students and their learning preferences
- The generation gap in education: challenges & opportunities
- Key competencies for lifelong learning (Digital Competence, Learning to Learn, Initiative & Entrepreneurship)
Afternoon Session (3h)
- Group discussion: What needs to change in our teaching styles?
• Hands-on workshop: Designing interactive and student-centered lesson plans
Morning Session (3h)
- Introduction to ICT tools for education
- Hands-on practice: Using digital platforms for engagement (Canva, Padlet, Edmodo)
Afternoon Session (3h)
- Creating interactive multimedia content for lessons
• Hands-on workshop: Developing digital lesson plans
Morning Session (3h)
- The role of team-building in student motivation
- Hands-on activities: Indoor & Outdoor team-building exercises
Afternoon Session (3h)
- Project-based learning: Creating collaborative classroom projects
• Hands-on practice: Designing classroom team challenges
Morning Session (3h)
- Using music, sports, and arts to enhance learning
- Hands-on practice: Applying non-formal education techniques
Afternoon Session (3h)
- Interactive learning through gamification & storytelling
• Group activity: Developing engaging lesson scenarios
Morning Session (3h)
- Developing an action plan to implement new methods
- Peer review & feedback on lesson plans
- Final reflections & sharing best practices
Afternoon Session (3h)
- Open discussion: Overcoming challenges in modern teaching
• Networking & future collaboration opportunities
