Dear colleagues, teachers and voluntaries ,

We would like to present project results of the mobility

COURSES AND TRAINING “Green schools”, Adult education, Erasmus+ 2023-1-BG01-KA121-ADU-000115419

The mobility has completed successfully!

Place: Hotel CALYPSO, Greece

Address: Chaniotis 630 85, Greece

Between dates:  26.08.2023-02.09.2023 and 2 days of travel

Participating in the “Green Schools” KA1 training adult trainers course provided a comprehensive and enriching learning experience. Here are specific skills improved and knowledge gained from the mobility activity:

Skills Improved:

1. Sustainable Practices Implementation:
   • Project Planning and Execution: Gained hands-on experience in designing and implementing sustainability projects within educational institutions.
   • Resource Management: Learned effective strategies for managing resources sustainably, including energy, water, and waste.
2. Curriculum Development:
   • Integration of Environmental Education: Acquired techniques to incorporate environmental education into various subjects, making learning more interdisciplinary.
   • Activity Design: Developed skills in creating engaging and practical activities that promote environmental awareness among students.
3. Teaching and Facilitation:
   • Interactive Teaching Methods: Enhanced ability to use interactive and participatory teaching methods, such as workshops, outdoor learning, and project-based learning.
   • Facilitation Skills: Improved facilitation skills to guide discussions, group work, and collaborative projects focused on sustainability.
4. Community Engagement:
   • Stakeholder Collaboration: Learned how to effectively collaborate with different stakeholders, including local communities, NGOs, and government bodies, to promote green initiatives.
   • Communication Strategies: Improved communication skills to raise awareness and motivate various community members to participate in sustainability efforts.
5. Technology Integration:
   • Use of Digital Tools: Gained proficiency in using digital tools and platforms to support sustainable education and track the progress of green initiatives.
   • Data Analysis: Enhanced ability to analyze data related to environmental impact and use it to inform decision-making and improve practices.

Knowledge Gained:

1. Environmental Sustainability Concepts:
   • Climate Change and Biodiversity: Gained in-depth knowledge about the causes, effects, and mitigation strategies for climate change and biodiversity loss.
   • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Understood how the SDGs relate to educational settings and how to align school activities with these goals.
2. Green Infrastructure:
   • Eco-friendly Building Practices: Learned about eco-friendly building materials and practices that can be adopted in schools to reduce their environmental footprint.
   • Energy Efficiency: Acquired knowledge about energy-efficient technologies and practices that can be implemented in school facilities.
3. Policy and Advocacy:
   • Environmental Policies: Gained insights into local, national, and international environmental policies and how they can be leveraged to support green school initiatives.
   • Advocacy Techniques: Learned effective advocacy techniques to promote policy changes and secure funding for sustainability projects.
4. Cultural Perspectives on Sustainability:
   • Global Perspectives: Exposed to various cultural approaches to sustainability, enhancing the ability to incorporate diverse perspectives into teaching practices.
   • Local Adaptation: Understood the importance of adapting sustainability practices to fit local contexts and cultural norms.

Practical Applications:

• School Gardens and Outdoor Classrooms: Learned how to establish and maintain school gardens and outdoor classrooms to provide hands-on learning experiences about nature and sustainability.
• Waste Reduction Programs: Gained practical knowledge on setting up recycling and composting programs within schools.
• Renewable Energy Projects: Acquired skills in planning and implementing small-scale renewable energy projects, such as solar panels, within educational institutions.

Overall, the mobility activity fostered a holistic understanding of environmental education and equipped me with the practical skills and knowledge needed to transform educational practices towards greater sustainability.

You can download all the materials and results from here: DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7 DAY 8

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.