Erasmus+ training courses and locations by DOREA EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE for the 2016-2017

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ERASMUS+ COURSES BY DOREA

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Portfolio of Courses within Erasmus+

No. Tittle of the course

1.

Bridging the Gap Between Academia & Industry: A Master Class Course for Erasmus+ Officers & Career Advisors

2.

ICT for Educators: Empower Your Skills

3.

Wellbeing for Educators & Social Workers

4.

Securing EU Funding for 2014 – 2020: The Key to Success

5.

Networking Week: Erasmus+/ Horizon2020

6.

Team Work as a Means for Enhancing Productivity

7.

Handling Stress and Avoiding Burnout

8.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

9.

Train the Trainer

10.

Identify the Hidden Talent in Your Classroom

11.

Understand Yourself, Understand Your Learners (Enneagram)

12.

Emotional Intelligence

13.

Managing Cross Cultural Issues in Education

14.

English for Educators: Set the Base (Level I)

15.

English for Educators: Set the Base (Level I+II)

16.

Teaching & Learning of Italian Language & Culture (Level I)

17.

Teaching &Learning of Italian Language & Culture (Level II)

18.

Health and Safety in Educational Institutions

19.

First Aid at Work

20.

Managing Safely



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1. Bridging the Gap Between Academia & Industry: A Master Class Course for Erasmus+ Officers & Career Advisors

LANGUAGE: English

DATES AND LOCATIONS:

• 26 – 30 September 2016, Palermo, Italy (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 27 – 31 March 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! ) • 25 – 29 September 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! )

If you have a group of 6 staff or more, we can organise training at any convenient dates.

FULL DESCRIPTION OF TRAINING CONTENT

Description:

There are many studies in Europe and United States ending up with the same conclusion, that is, ‘we don’t have

a jobs crisis in the world, we have a skills crisis’. More specifically, 45% of US employers say that lack of skills is the

“main reason” for entry-level vacancies and only 42% of worldwide employers believe new graduates are

adequately prepared for work. Moreover, the findings of British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) annual Workforce

Survey suggest stronger links must be formed between schools, colleges and businesses. The survey of almost

3,000 companies revealed that 88 per cent of businesses believe school leavers are unprepared for the world of

work. Moreover, more than three-quarters (76 per cent) reported a lack of work experience as one of the key

reasons young people are unprepared for work. Finally, more than half (57 per cent) said that young people are

lacking basic ‘soft’ skills, such as communication and team working, to succeed in the working world.

Mismatch between educational system and labour market is a challenging issue and in practice, this means

‘introducing business governance into schools, proper careers advice with direct links to business, and measuring

the success of schools and universities based on the employment outcomes of pupils’. Hence, this important and

universal challenge can be solved not only through the changes of study processes, but also with the help of

proactive initiatives, such us traineeship (volunteering/work placement). This is where the role of Erasmus+

coordinators and officers as well as career advisors in educational institutions becomes crucial.



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Main Aims: Improvement of placement system in a HEI

Career guidance and counselling of students

Establishment of network with social partners

Monitoring & Quality control of placement processes

PROGRAMME OF THE TRAINING ACTIVITIES (DAY BY DAY)

Monday – Break ice and do not sink…

Introductions, Expectations, Objectives, Self and Pre-course Assessment using methods of non-formal education

Discussion on Youth skills developments, including EU measures to tackle youth unemployment and challenges of HEI for EU2020.

A role of a supervisor: formal and non-formal attitude

Reflection of the day

Tuesday – It is all about skills…

Developing future work skills 2020

Different forms of placement and integration of them in a study curricula

Needs and fears of a future trainee

Guidelines and support of a trainee


Wednesday – Catch the right one or creation of social partners’ network…

Looking for a partner: Typology of Social Partners and their characteristics

Motivation of participating parties

Costs and risks of participating parties

Dividing responsibilities between participating parties

Quality control and self-monitoring


Thursday – Find the way…

Improving placement@home: using Six Thinking Hats by E. de Bono

Course evaluation and official closing

Friday

Cultural excursion in local area






ACTIVITIES TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE PARTICIPANT

Before

In order to deepen the training program, the participants will be asked to fill in needs questionnaires before the

training. Moreover using the analysis framework provided by the trainer, the participants would have to

describe student’s placement processes in a Home HEI and present this overview to the coach.

This information will be used during the training as a material for reasoning of the ongoing processes in a HEI

and understanding of future changes, if necessary.

During

The training methodology is based on principles of adult learning with a focus on peer review during all the steps

of planning, organizing, and monitoring placements in study institution covering non – formal and formal

functions of education institution and personal needs of participants. Using step-by-step approach effective

training methods such as demonstration of best practices, analysis of case studies, discussion, brainstorming

activities, role-play, games and presentation will be used throughout the training.

The participants will be motivated to correspond needs of sending organization in correlation with needs of target

groups and to take responsibility for their own learning process and to act as active partners of the training.

After

The participants will be encouraged to form a network in order to continue exchange of ideas and support one another.

COMPETENCES TO BE ACQUIRED BY THE PARTICIPANT

The seminar aims to:

Stress EU policy on various employment and social issues, such as: long-term unemployment, mobility, people and skills (including insights of Forum: University Business Cooperation).

Support participants in development (rethinking) of placement organisation in a HEI.

Develop participants’ capacity to plan, organize, and monitor placement processes in a HEI.

Introduce participants to the principles and concepts of partnership establishment with social partners.

Raise participants’ capacity to support students for skills 2020 development.

Provide knowledge of effective training methods and use of them for student’s career guidance.



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TYPE OF CERTIFICATION OF ATTENDANCE AWARDED

• Certificate of attendance including description of training content and time input • Europass mobility certificates – to be issued by the applicant’s NA

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2. ICT for Educators: Empower Your Skills

LANGUAGE: English


• 27 June – 01 July 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 11 – 15 July 2016, Athens, Greece (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 03 – 07 October 2016, Athens, Greece (Reserve your place now!) • 17 – 21 October 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 19 – 23 June 2017, Athens, Greece (Reserve your place now! ) • 26 – 30 June 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 17 – 21 July 2017, Athens, Greece (Reserve your place now! ) • 07 – 11 August 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 02 – 06 October 2017, Athens, Greece (Reserve your place now! ) • 16 – 20 October 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )



Description:

In response to rapid changes in technology and methodologies of teaching tools, there is a need for radical change

to take place for ICT to be fully exploited in teaching and learning. As stated in “Survey of schools: ICT in Education”

teachers still believe that insufficient ICT equipment is the biggest obstacle to ICT use in many countries. However,

teacher training in ICT is rarely compulsory and most teachers devote spare time to private study. Thus this 5 days

training course is focused to provide the most important information and hands on practical tools that are needed

for educators.

Main Aims: Building capacity of educators

Fight against education failure & link learning and work

Inclusive approaches

Pedagogy and didactics

Technological toolkits for educators

School improvement & quality evaluation



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Monday

Introduction and course overview

Ice breaking

Individual expectations

Discussion on what is ICT

Main strategies supporting ICT implementation in education

Support from education institution administration and the community

Role of the educator and its confidence and motivation

Introduction/Use of ICTs in my organisation

Reflections of the day, discussion

Tuesday

Educators' subject knowledge influences how ICTs are used: technical abilities

Practical exercises in identifying benefits and challenges in using ICT

ICT tools in education: Input source, output source and others

Work with smart boards in practice

Practical exercises in creating animated slideshows

Web Conferencing/Meeting/Webinars


Wednesday

Let’s talk about social media: Facebook, Blogs, Websites, Forums, Podcasting and others

Practical exercises in designing and creating a blog

Online information resources: encyclopaedia, libraries, journals, magazines, MOOCs


Thursday

Combination of video, photo and social media to teach

How can I use ICT tools in practice? – action plan


Summary and course evaluation

Friday








Before

Prior to the training course participants will receive a questionnaire, which will provide information on their

teaching background, qualifications, and previous experience with ICT. They will also receive a couple of “warm

up” assignments prior to the seminar.

During

The training course will provide the theory necessary to understand the basics of ICT, educators’ role as well as

practical tools to use in teaching and learning. It is structured so that participants could also receive practical

knowledge of ICT tools in hands-on way. They will practice the necessary skills in order to be able to effectively

use their own tools with their students.

Attention will be given on how to implement the findings and skills in real daily working situations after the training

course. Methods such as debate, pair and group work, individual practical exercises will be used throughout the

course.

The methodology of the training course includes learner-centered approach and focus on enhancing continues

personal development. The aim of the training is not to produce ready-made solutions (passive learning), but to

inspire the participants to search creatively for knowledge and effective solutions, which are connected with their

needs and challenges (active learning). In this way the participants take responsibility for their own learning

process and act as active partners of the training.

After

Participants will be introduced to relevant websites that will enable them to further develop teaching skills and

personal professional development. They will be encouraged to form a network in order to continue exchange of

ideas and support one another. Up to 6 months after completion of the training course, the participants will have

opportunity to ask for advice (via email or Skype) if they face obstacles in using the new skills or if they have any

questions or concerns.


Specific objectives of the seminar are:

Raise awareness of technological development in teaching and learning

Introduce overview of European policy in ICT use in education

Improve the participants’ personal and professional skills in teaching

Provide skills and tools to incorporate ICT in educator’s everyday teaching






Enhance the participant’s ability to adapt to changes

Help the participants to identify the most suitable approaches in use of ICT

Create a cross-cultural environment to discuss and exchange ideas with colleagues









3. Wellbeing for Educators & Social Workers

LANGUAGE: English

DATE AND LOCATION:

• 24 – 28 October 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 20 – 24 March 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 02 – 06 October 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )

If you have a group of 6 staff or more, we can organise training at any convenient dates


Description:

The seminar is a result of the findings of the Grundtvig multilateral project “Skills for True Wellbeing”. The contents

and methods have been piloted by 7 organisations in 6 countries and have proven to be beneficial for developing

skills that have positive impact on the level of wellbeing of the participants.

The seminar is centered on two main topics: “healthy self” and “healthy relationships” and corresponding sets of

skills: 1) stress management and 2) communication as a foundation for enhancing wellbeing in educators.

Main Aims: • Disseminate the findings of the “Skills for True Wellbeing” project

• Introduce holistic model of stress and raise understanding of stress causes, mechanisms and effects

• Raise understanding of how stress impacts teaching ability


Monday

Introduction and course overview

Ice breaking

Individual expectations

Discussion on what is “True Wellbeing”



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Let’s talk about stress o Definitions o Understanding the stress response (fight/flight versus prolonged stress) o Physical, emotional, mental and behavioural symptoms of stress o Relation between our thinking and stress o Effective and ineffective ways of dealing with stress

Stress at workplace - prevention is better than treatment

Relaxation exercises that help to manage stress effectively– part 1


Tuesday

Effects of stress in educational setting

Assessing your personal stress triggers

Changing not resourceful strategies

Practical exercises for handling challenging situations-role play

Self-talk awareness

Relaxation exercises - part 2


Wednesday

The impact of emotions on teaching and learning ability

Tools for dealing with disturbing emotions

How can I be more mindful and resourceful in the classroom? – action plan

Introduction to the subject of interpersonal communication and relationships

How our perceptions influence our communication


Thursday

Non-verbal cues in communication – self awareness and understanding others

Feedback – how to give it so they want to receive it and how to receive it as a gift

Public speaking essentials


Friday (half-day seminar)

Public speaking – practical exercises

The art of listening – “Listening to ignite not to reply”

Let’s talk about relationships o What do you know about relationships? o What stops us from relating in a satisfying way? o What makes relationships work? o Assertiveness – an essential element of satisfying relationships

Summary and course evaluation








Before

Prior to the seminar there will be a semi-structured interview conducted through email; the interview aims to

identify the participants’ particular training needs in order to fine-tune the training program to meet the needs of

the individual participants and the organisations they work/volunteer for. The participants will also receive a

couple of “warm up” assignments prior to the seminar.

During

Attention will be given to how to implement the findings and skills in real life situations after the seminar. Methods

such as debate, role play, body movement, individual mind management technologies, pair and group exercises

and mini-coaching will be used throughout the seminar.

The methodology of the seminar includes learner-centered approach and utilizes self-learning methods. The aim

of the training is not to produce ready-made solutions (passive learning), but to inspire the participants to search

creatively for knowledge and effective solutions which are connected with their needs and challenges (active

learning). In this way the participants take responsibility for their own learning process and act as active partners

of the training.

Follow-up

The participants will be invited to join WELNESS Forum – online platform that facilitates exchange of experiences

among adult education professionals and learners. Moreover, 1 month after the seminar they will be requested

to answer a questionnaire in order to identify in what way they’ve been using skills they learnt on the seminar

and what changes they have experienced as a result.


The seminar will provide theory necessary to understand the nature of stress as well as practical tools for

managing stress and difficult emotions. The course will also provide simple models that can help to expand the

participant’s understanding of communication process as well as enhance their understanding of healthy

relationships. They will also receive practical tools useful in managing their professional and personal

communication.






Specific objectives of seminar are:

Provide the participants with practical tools for dealing with stress

Reduce the consequences of stress (such as poor health, absenteeism, lack of creativity, ineffective

communication, inability to focus, more conflicts etc.) and develop healthy ways of dealing with everyday

work demands

Prevent burn-out syndrome in educators

Enhance emotional self-awareness

Introduce practical tools for coping with difficult emotions

Improve the participants emotional balance

Help the participants to identify their stress triggers and emotional triggers at work context and come up

with new, more resourceful strategies

Enhance the participants’ ability to relax

Broaden the understanding of health

Develop better understanding of the communication process

Increase the skill of building rapport

Enhance in the participants listening skill

Provide practical tools for giving feedback

Improve understanding of non-verbal communication cues

Raise the participants self-awareness with regards to communication and relationships

Allow the participants to explore their own understanding of relationships and expand their outlook

Point to the key elements of satisfying relationships: acceptance, respect, openness, authenticity,

assertiveness

Enhance the participants public speaking skill

CERTIFICATIONS AWARDED

Certificate of attendance including description of training content and time input

Europass mobility certificates – to be issued by the applicant’s NA







4. Securing EU Funding for 2014 – 2020:

The Key to Success

LANGUAGE: English


• 19 – 23 September 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 21 – 25 November 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 30 January – 03 February 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 15 – 19 May 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 18 – 22 September 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 13 – 17 November 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )



Description:

This is a Master class course designed for people involved in the preparation and submission of EU funded

proposals. The participants will have the chance to acquire in depth knowledge of the key issues related to drafting

a quality proposal that has increased chances to secure funding from any of the major programmes within

European Union.

Main Aims:

• Drafting quality proposals for EU funding • Development of business strategy for EU funded projects within an organization















Monday

Overview of EU programming period of 2014 – 2020

Key issues for EU and EC on project selection

Identification of suitable calls

Tuesday

How you build the right partnership for a project proposal?

How you ensure the necessary geographical coverage through consortium?

How you identify weak points in your partnership?

Wednesday

Drafting of the proposal: who does what?

The role of partners in the drafting of the proposal

How you plan a time schedule for drafting a proposal?

Thursday

Budgetary issues in a project proposal

Issues related to financial commitment of partners

The importance of networking

The importance of lobbying after submission

Issues to be taken into consideration related to the business strategy on EU funded projects

Friday



Before

Participants will receive a list of study material prior to their arrival for the seminar along with the links for the

websites which are relevant to the content of the course.

During

Methodology of this training is based on a formula: minimum theory + maximum practice + feedback = accelerated

growth. The methods used during the training are as follows: presentations, individual exercises, group exercises

and case studies related to the content of the course.

The participants will also receive study manuals and worksheets that will be used during the seminar.






After

The participants will be encouraged to form a network in order to continue exchange of ideas and support one

another.

Up to 6 months after completion of the workshop, the participants will have opportunity to ask for advice (via

email or Skype) if they face obstacles in using the new skills or if they have any questions or concerns.



• Identification of suitable calls • Establish the importance of guidelines and programme calls • Identification of suitable partners and building the right network • Key issues related to geographical coverage with the right selection of consortium partners • Efficient drafting of proposals: the role of partners • Drafting of budget and issues related to finances among the partners • Show the importance of networking and lobbying • Developing the business strategy related to EU funded projects










5. Networking Week: Erasmus+/

Horizon2020

LANGUAGE: English

DATES AND LOCATION:

26 – 30 September 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Horizon 2020) (Reserve your place now! )

28 November – 02 December 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Erasmus+ KA1) (Reserve your place now! )

23 – 27 January 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Erasmus+ KA2) (Reserve your place now! )

25 – 29 September 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Horizon 2020) (Reserve your place now! )

27 November – 01 December 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Erasmus+ KA1) (Reserve your place now! )



Description:

During this course participants will have the opportunity to combine the acquisition of new knowledge and state-

of-the-art insight into major aspects of internationalization today, with project management for thematic

approach in specific topic for Erasmus+ KA1/KA2, Horizon2020 (Environment and Climate Action, Transport, etc.).

Networking week will target you to increase connectedness, complexity of partnership, which fosters substantive

ties among your possible partners. It will give you opportunity to receive contemporary information from

European Commission directly.

Main Aims:

• Convene a discussion among higher education institutions, schools, adult educational centres or other organisations’ specialists and administrators interested in creating new curriculum/cases, sharing project management approaches, and integrating the perspectives of experts and good practices into the classroom for debate and discussion.

• Build up appropriate quality assurance and quality management processes and structures to ensure sustainability of internationalization activities.

• Combine in-depth knowledge with practical application and networking experience. • Share a high commitment to improving services.











• Improve project management capability. • Raise networking competence.


Monday

• Introduction and ice-breaking • Course objectives • What are the main tools of networking: theory and practice • Introduction of all participant organisations

Tuesday

• Day 1 overview • What are the key targets of European projects – an expert from European Commission • Session of Good practice – local organisations that are successful in project application and

management

Wednesday

• Day 2 overview • The milestones in Horizon 2020/Erasmus+ • Project ideas development workshop among participants

Thursday

• Day 3 overview • Communication tools with partners: in theory • Finalising with project ideas developed during the week • End of Course with certificates

Friday



Before



During


growth. The methods used during the training are as follows: presentations, good practice analysis,

demonstrations, practical application.







After

The participants will be encouraged to form a network in order to exchange experiences and support one

another.



• Share and develop project ideas into practice. • Receive practical knowledge and recommendation from representative of European Commission on

certain thematic field. • Develop your own project under the guidance of a group of experts. • Share good practice among successful applicants for certain calls. • Increase cross-cultural and cross-sector collaboration.



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6. Team Work as a Means for Enhancing

Productivity

LANGUAGE: English


• 04 – 08 July 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now!) • 08 – 12 August 2016, Barcelona, Spain (Reserve your place now!) • 26 – 30 September 2016, Barcelona, Spain (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 24 – 28 October 2016, Barcelona, Spain (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 07 – 11 November 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 03 – 07 April 2017, Munich, Germany (Reserve your place now! ) • 15 – 19 May 2017, Vilnius, Lithuania (Reserve your place now! ) • 22 – 26 May 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 03 – 07 July 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 18 – 22 September 2017, Barcelona, Spain (Reserve your place now! ) • 13 – 17 November 2017, London, UK (Reserve your place now! )

If you have a group of 6 staff or more, we can organise training on your convenient time.


Description:

Delegates will be shown how they can best appreciate the other team members and coach them to develop the

skills they have in order to create a confident, relaxed, and constructive team. Experiential and group exercises

demonstrate how to bring teams closer together by making communication more clear and direct.

Main Aims: Career guidance and counselling

Combating failure in education

Fight against school failure & link school and work























Monday

• Introduction and ice-breaking • Needs analysis and goal setting • Introduction to relaxation techniques in order to manage stress and create optimal learning state • Creating guidelines for effective teamwork • What makes team a team? • Group dynamics – stages of team development

Tuesday

• Understanding of how we structure our reality through the filter of our subconscious mind • The role of self-awareness and mindfulness to help to create desired outcome • How to build and maintain rapport with others • Active listening

Wednesday

• Practical experience and deeper understanding of group dynamics and roles in a team • Energizing exercises

Thursday

• Aligning perceptual positions - practical technique to enhance our flexibility, wisdom and resourcefulness in teamwork

• Balance between self-awareness, empathy and objective perspective • Inner state management – anchoring as a practical tool for bringing desired state in ourselves (e.g.

confidence, creativity, empathy etc.) • Mind expansion techniques in order to make better use of our brain and enhance creativity • How to give and receive feedback • Effective goal setting • How can I implement what I have learnt in my professional and personal life • Summary and course evaluation • Closing circles

Friday








Before



During


growth. The methods used during the training are as follows: presentations, individual and pair exercises, group

work and reflection, brain storming, peer support, games. The participants will also receive study manuals and

worksheets that will be used during the seminar.

After


another. Up to 6 months after completion of the workshop, the participants will have opportunity to ask for advice

(via email or Skype) if they face obstacles in using the new skills or if they have any questions or concerns.


The course aims at equipping those involved in adult education in tools that will enhance their teamwork capacity

(as members of a team as well as team leaders). Having learnt those skills they will be able to facilitate team work

in their class as well as with their colleagues. Specific objectives of the course are:

• Advance understanding of essential elements of effective team work • Develop in the participants understanding of how their inner state impacts their functioning in a team and

provide techniques for effective inner state management • Enhance understanding of learning and development opportunities provided by being part of a team • Enhance ability to utilize the learning opportunities provided by team work • Raise understanding of group dynamics • Provide the opportunity to observe and analyse group dynamics • Raise understanding of different roles in group • Improve the ability to facilitate group process • Develop the skill of creating a supportive environment that fosters teamwork • Raise understanding of communication process in the group and develop better communication skills • Engage the participants in the process of creating guidelines for effective team-work • Increase the participants’ awareness of their own behaviour in team • Increase awareness of own strong points and areas of development • Increase ability to support individuals who face difficulties in being part of a team • Enhance the skill of giving and receiving feedback • Allow the participants to meet colleagues from different countries, exchange experiences and build

network














7. Handling Stress and Avoiding Burnout

LANGUAGE: English


• 11 – 15 July 2016, Palermo, Italy (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 08 – 12 August 2016, Prague, Czech Republic (Reserve your place now! )

• 14 – 18 November 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! )

• 20 – 24 February 2017, Prague, Czech Republic (Reserve your place now! )

• 24 – 28 April 2017, Barcelona, Spain (Reserve your place now! )

• 22 – 26 May 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! )

• 19 – 23 June 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )

• 10 – 14 July 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! )

• 06 – 10 November 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )

If you have a group of 6 staff or more, we can organise training on your convenient time.


Description:

Stress is inevitable. It walks in and out of our lives on a regular basis. Burnout is a mixture of professional

exhaustion, and disillusionment with other people, the organization, or the career, over the long term.

Fortunately, there are many things you can do to minimize and cope with stress and learn how to avoid burnout.






















Monday

• Introduction and course overview • Ice breaking • Individual expectations • What is stress?

Tuesday

• Definitions • Understanding the stress response (fight/flight versus prolonged stress) • Physical, emotional, mental and behavioural symptoms of stress • Relation between our thinking and stress

Wednesday

• Effective and ineffective ways of dealing with stress • Relaxation exercises that help to manage stress effectively– part 1 • The impact of emotions on teaching and learning ability

Thursday

• Tools for dealing with disturbing emotions • Effects of stress in educational setting • Assessing your personal stress triggers • Changing not resourceful strategies • Self-talk awareness • Relaxation exercises - part 2 • How can I be more mindful and resourceful in the classroom? – action plan • Summary, course evaluation and closure

Friday



Before



During

The seminar will provide theory necessary to understand the nature of stress as well as practical tools for

managing stress and difficult emotions. Attention will be given to how to implement the findings and skills in real

life situations after the seminar.






Methods such as debate, role play, body movement, individual mind management technologies, pair and group

exercises and mini-coaching will be used throughout the seminar.

The methodology of the seminar includes learner-centred approach and utilizes self-learning methods. The aim

of the training is not to produce ready-made solutions (passive learning), but to inspire the participants to search

creatively for knowledge and effective solutions which are connected with their needs and challenges (active

learning). In this way the participants take responsibility for their own learning process and act as active partners

of the training.

After






Introduce holistic model of stress and raise understanding of stress causes, mechanisms and effects

Raise understanding of how stress impacts teaching ability

Provide the participants with practical tools for dealing with stress

Reduce the consequences of stress (such as poor health, absenteeism, lack of creativity, ineffective communication, inability to focus, more conflicts etc.) and develop healthy ways of dealing with everyday work demands

Prevent burn-out syndrome in educators

Enhance emotional self-awareness

Introduce practical tools for coping with difficult emotions

Improve the participants’ emotional balance

Help the participants to identify their stress triggers and emotional triggers at work context and come up with new, more resourceful strategies

Enhance in the participants the ability to relax

Broaden the understanding of health









8. Problem Solving and Decision Making

LANGUAGE: English


• 20 – 24 June 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 18 – 22 July 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 01 – 05 August 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 17 – 21 October 2016, Limassol, (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 14 – 18 November 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 23 – 27 January 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 06 – 10 February 2017, Prague, Czech Republic (Reserve your place now! ) • 13 – 17 March 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 03 – 07 April 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 19 – 23 June 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 31 July – 04 August 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 09 – 13 October 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )



Description:

Learn to apply decision-making and problem-solving skills to reduce risk and choose the best course of action while strategically achieving objectives. The overarching aim of this particular seminar is to help participants develop soft skills and enhance understanding on conflict management, contempt and negativity.


























Monday

• Introduction to methodology that will be used • Introduction of team members • Ice-breakers - Bringing sensations, emotions and the body in the process • Working with the following questions: • What does each person bring into the group and into the process? • What are the needs of individual members? • What expectations arise? • Goal-setting for the seminar • Using insights of Day 1

Tuesday

• Skill Building – Effective Communication • Learning to deeply listen • Defining problems in the educational workplace/setting • Understanding problem solving techniques that we can apply to these situations • Role plays • Using insights of Day 2 when working as educators

Wednesday

• Working with difficult emotions • Understanding the decision making process and how to apply this to your problems • Identifying elements that stimulate creativity to deal with problems BEFORE they arise • Using insights of Day 3

Thursday

• Overcoming obstacles in the process of learning • Using our problem solving techniques to reach deployable decisions • Managing Crises • Making meaning of the whole process and putting the pieces of the puzzle together • Taking a toolkit that one can use • Creating the vision of the future • Handling Change • Assimilation – taking what we need and leaving behind what we don’t need • Evaluating and giving feedback • Transfer of knowledge to the work environment • Closing circle • Evaluation

Friday








Before

Prospective participants will receive a list of study material prior to their arrival for the seminar along with

websites which are relevant to the content of the course (i.e. Conflict Management, Development of Skills,

Contempt and Negativity in the Workplace and Emotional Intelligence).

During

Participants will be invited to try out potential solutions through creative experiments. Creative experimenting

provides an opportunity to try on new ways of being in the world. By playing out possibilities for problem

solving, we may begin to experience ourselves in new ways. All in all the methodology will be a non-directive

one, in order to help participants get what they need and want from the training and co-create the seminar by

speaking freely about issues that are interesting to them.

The methodology of this programme uses blended learning - group work, discussions, developing creativity and

awareness. Examples of learning methods are the following:

Group work

Exercises and assessments

Simulation exercises and problem solving scenarios

Group creative thinking

Creativity and innovation

After


another. There will be opportunity for contact with the trainer via email and will be informed about future learning

opportunities.


The needs of the participants converge in the fact that educators and trainers have to face conflicts continuously.

These conflicts can be either a result of resistance in the change process of learning or tension from unresolved

issues that have been building up. The training will help come into contact with their own issues and find solutions

and answers but also acquire a multitude of skills for handling conflict in others.

This 5-day seminar will assist a multi-national European group of adult educators to develop their conflict

management skills while helping in their personal development, learning new tools and techniques and

connecting with others in a meaningful way. By actively empowering educators to handle conflicts and crises in

their classrooms and in their work environments, educators are at the same time receiving an important boost in

their self-confidence while acquiring important tools and techniques.






The main aims of the training are the following:

• Provide experiential training on conflict management skills • Provide a toolkit that the educators can use • Bond the team of the training • Enhance the potential and understanding on conflicts, contempt and negativity in the workplace • Learn effective ways of engaging with others and dealing with unresolved issues • Become more self-reliant and self-confident in dealing with conflict and crises. • Develop their self-reflection, communication and creativity skills and discuss how they can be utilized in

an educational context • Help educators understand their own qualities, talents, differences and how they can utilize them in

education • Introduce participants to working with self-reflective and arts-informed tools in order to increase their

awareness and help them instigate desired change in an educational context









9. Train the Trainer

LANGUAGE: English


• 04 – 08 July 2016, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! ) • 26 – 30 September 2016, Athens, Greece (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 24 – 28 October 2016, Palermo, Italy (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 21 – 25 November 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 05 – 09 December 2016, Munich, Germany (Reserve your place now! )

• 23 – 27 January 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )

• 20 – 24 February 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )

• 06 – 10 March 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! )

• 22 – 26 May 2017, Barcelona, Spain (Reserve your place now! )

• 12 – 16 June 2017, London, UK (Reserve your place now! )

• 17 – 21 July 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! )

• 07 – 11 August 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )

• 25 – 29 September 2017, Athens, Greece (Reserve your place now! )

• 23 – 27 October 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! )

• 20 – 24 November 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )

• 04 – 08 December 2017, Munich, Germany (Reserve your place now! )

























Description:

This programme provides practical help to enable participants to grasp the mind set of an expert trainer.

Appreciating the ‘inner game’ of beliefs and values is crucial when designing and running a training program. The

course also covers six skills sets that are essential to facilitating dynamic and powerful training events.

Main Aims:

Career guidance and counselling







Monday

Introduction and ice-breaking

Relaxation techniques to create optimal learning state

What does it mean to be a trainer?

What do you and others expect from you as a trainer

The importance of trainer’s self-care

Tuesday

What do you love about being a trainer? – Trainer’s job made fun!

Trainer – learners communication

NLP communication model

Rapport with a group

Inducing learning state in a group

Identifying and changing ineffective communication

Wednesday

• The Art of Make-Belief - Trainer’s supportive and limiting beliefs • Know what you are good at!






Thursday

• Accurate perception of your learners

• Logical levels –practical tool for professional development of a trainer

• Understanding group process

• Handling “difficult students” • The art of public speaking • Different roles of the trainer • Anchoring technique for quick inner state management • Practical public speaking and giving feedback to each other • Summary (your reflections, your strengths and next steps in your areas of development) and closure

Friday



Before

Prospective participants will receive a list of relevant study materials along with websites which are relevant to

the content of the course.

During


growth.

The methods used during the training are as follows: presentations, individual and pair exercises, group work and

reflection, brain storming, peer support, games.


After






Provide opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a “good trainer”

Raise awareness of supportive and limiting beliefs and how they affect performance






Build the participants’ awareness of their own beliefs related to being a trainer

Build the participants’ awareness of their own strengths

Raise trainers’ ability to create supportive learning environment

Introduce mind expansion techniques to tap into creative force of the mind

Provide techniques for identifying and handling unrealistic expectations both from oneself and others

Provide tools for trainers’ optimal self-care

Provide techniques for improved trainer-learners communication

Enhance confidence in the participants

Expand paradigm of a trainer and hence allow the participants to engage in new creative ways of teaching

Provide opportunity to give and receive feedback from other participants

International dialogue and exchange of experiences and resources










10. Identify the Hidden Talent in Your

Classroom

LANGUAGE: English


• 03 – 07 October 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 05 – 09 December 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 13 – 17 February 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 08 – 12 May 2017, Krakow, Poland (Reserve your place now! ) • 19 – 23 June 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! ) • 04 – 08 December 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )



Description:

This unique programme aims to teach the participants to identify strengths and abilities of a pupil/youth that can

go undetected in the formal educational environment. During this course participants will cover a range of

teaching ideas and activities such as learner styles and multiple intelligences, using multimedia and modern

technology to enliven lessons, motivate and encourage students to explore their talents and self- improvement.





















Monday

Welcome and introductions

Domestics of the programme

Introduction to the course

Setting our objectives for the week including how we will work together

Getting to know each other exercise

Most reliable measures of personality

Top five great strengths of each student

Tuesday

assessing the social-emotional competencies of children and adolescents from multiple perspectives

personality profiling

child’s assets and strengths

students’ aspirations, activities, skills, and interests

Wednesday

help students to discover their strengths (talents) and invest in their improvement and growth

occupations and fields of study that match well with individuals’ personality as classified according to six basic types

what specific actions should be taken by students and also how the people who surround them (parents, teachers, friends, etc.) can help them on exploiting their strengths to have the greatest possible benefit to their personal and student life

Thursday

determine the level of self-esteem in students ages 6 through 18

plan reasonable academic, personal, or affective interventions

identify specific areas of improvement

a measurement device in research studies investigating self - esteem and its associated constructs

Friday



Before

Preparatory material will be sent to participants and the sending organization by the host organization and the

responsible trainers for the specific training. The material will contain information about the specific aspects of

the training sessions.






During


growth.

The methods used during the training are as follows: presentations, individual and pair exercises, group work and

reflection, brain storming, peer support, games.


After


email) if they face obstacles in using the new skills

Participants will be encouraged to continue their collaboration and networking following the completion of the

course, to use each other as a support network when faced with issues or difficulties.


The general course profile aims to help the teachers/supervisors develop a general picture about the students as

well as to give them ideas how to help students to discover their talents and motivate them. Specific objectives of

the seminar are:

To introduce new areas of teaching methodologies and accompanying techniques, using hands-on

experiential methods

To help teachers reflect on their own teaching methods & contexts & develop teaching skills

To introduce an awareness of technology and ICT in the classroom today

To exchange pedagogical information & knowledge in a multi-cultural context









11. Understand Yourself, Understand Your

Learners (Enneagram)

LANGUAGE: English


• 04 – 08 July 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 08 – 12 August 2016, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! ) • 26 – 30 September 2016, Krakow, Poland (Reserve your place now! ) • 13 – 17 February 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! ) • 27 February – 03 March 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! ) • 15 – 19 May 2017, Prague, Czech Republic (Reserve your place now! ) • 03 – 07 July 2017, Palermo, Italy (Reserve your place now! ) • 07 – 11 August 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 25 – 29 September 2017, Krakow, Poland (Reserve your place now! )



Description:

The seminar is based on personality typology called Enneagram. The system describes 9 basic personality types

with their specific motivations, values, strong points and challenges. The aim of the seminar is to introduce

Enneagram, which is a personality typology model, and to enable the participants to apply the model in an

educational setting.
























Monday

Introduction and ice breaking

Needs analysis and goal setting

The value of diversity (discussion)

Enneagram – practical tool for understanding oneself and others

9 personality types

9 sets of values

Strengths and challenges of various types

Tuesday

How people are motivated in 9 different ways

How different people react to stress

How different people react to frustration

Social styles – assertiveness/dutifulness/withdrawal (exercises)

Recognizing my own type. Self-assessment (questionnaire, group exercises)

Wednesday

Verbal and nonverbal cues that help identify other people’s type

How can I motivate my learners? (group exercises)

How to set a team that will optimally utilize interpersonal differences (group exercises and presentations)

How to give feedback to different types of learners

Thursday

How can I help my learners overcome their challenges and grow

The power of flexibility

Seeing reality from the other person’s perspective (group exercises)

“Difficult students” – how can we see deeper needs behind disruptive behaviour

The power of self-awareness (exercises)

Setting goals for personal and professional development

How will I use Enneagram in educational setting and in my personal life – future pace

Closing rituals

Friday








Before



During

Presentations, exercises, group work and reflection, demonstrations, case studies, brain storming, peer support,

games.


After


another.


email) if they face obstacles in using the new skills. They will also receive a questionnaire which will help identify

what impact the skills learned on the course have on their professional and personal life.


The majority of educators have realized that one universal strategy for effective communication and motivating

others does not exist. Something that works perfectly on one person seems to have poor effect on another one.

Therefore it is essential to understand interpersonal differences and adjust our communication and motivational

strategies to different “types” of people.


Raise tolerance to human diversity

Introduce and discuss 9 main sets of motivations, values and needs

Enable participants to recognize their own type and be able to better utilize its strengths and deal with challenges

Enhance the ability to communicate effectively with different types of people

Enable participants to make optimal team decisions that enhance collaboration and ensure the best possible outcome

Help the participants understand how different personality types react to stress

Enhance understanding of the three intelligences – instinct, emotions and thinking

Enable the participants to take to the next level understanding of the needs of their learners

Enable the participants to help their learners to function at the highest level of their capacities

Allow the participants to meet colleagues of different nationalities, exchange experiences and build network














12. Emotional Intelligence

LANGUAGE: English


• 11 – 15 July 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 25 – 29 July 2016, Prague, Czech Republic (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 01 – 05 August 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 13 – 17 February 2017, Vilnius, Lithuania (Reserve your place now! ) • 08 – 12 May 2017, Barcelona, Spain (Reserve your place now! ) • 10 – 14 July 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )



Description:

The seminar gives teachers the opportunity to enhance their understanding of emotional intelligence and how to

apply that understanding in a teaching role in informal environment and helping others to manage change and

deal with stress.








Monday

• Introduction and ice breaking; frame for the seminar, introduction of the trainer and participants, energizers and group bonding games

• Needs analysis and individual goal setting; discussion and group exercises, creating a poster • What is emotional intelligence? - presentation, pair work, individual work • The nature and function of emotions













• Practical tools for effective inner state management • The role of self-awareness - presentation and discussion • Recognizing own emotions – pair work, group work, role play

Tuesday

• Recognizing emotions of others through calibration - presentation and pair work, study of examples that help participants identify their own emotions in different situations

• Rapport - presentation and pair exercises • Active listening - discussion, case studies • The relation between thoughts and emotions - case studies, short films, exercises on how to recognise

emotions • Individual elaboration/study/counselling

Wednesday

• How do we learn emotional responses and how can we learn new more supportive patterns? presentation, discussion, pair work, role play

• Understanding interpersonal diversity - pair and group work, followed by discussion and self-reflection • Summary and day evaluation

Thursday

• Anchoring resourceful inner states • Balance between assertiveness, empathy and objectivity - presentation, discussion, application of the

knowledge in working environment • Energising exercises • Emotional intelligence in service of problem solving and creative thinking - discussion, individual exercises,

self-reflection • Self-acceptance - presentation, case studies, identifying good/bad practices, discussion, pair and group

work, role-play • How will I use Emotional Intelligence in my professional and personal life; case studies, practical

application of the knowledge – role play, followed by group discussion • Course evaluation and closing circle

Friday



Before

Prospective participants will receive a list of relevant study materials along with websites which are relevant to

the content of the course.






During

Presentations, discussions, individual and pair exercises, group work and reflection, brain storming, peer support,

case studies, games.

The participants will also receive study manuals that will be used during the seminar.

After


another. Email correspondence with the trainers will also be encouraged.

The participants will have opportunity to ask for advice (via email or Skype) if they face obstacles in using the new

skills or if they have any questions or concerns.


Emotional Intelligence (EI) is vital for mental health, which is defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as

“a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses

of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community”.

EI is a greater predictor of success in almost every field of work than either prior work experience or standard IQ

score. The seminar aims at promoting the awareness of the importance of EI and providing tools for developing

EI through education. The specific objectives are:

• Enhance educators’ emotional intelligence so they can communicate with learners more effectively, support their learning process better and become better leaders

• Provide methods for developing emotional intelligence in adults • Raise understanding of the role of emotions in motivation and pursuing goals • Provide tools for expanding self - awareness, self-control and self-acceptance • Introduce methods for effective coping with stress • Enhance interpersonal (social) intelligence and interpersonal communication • Provide tools for improving empathy • Rise tolerance and appreciation of human diversity









13. Managing Cross Cultural Issues in

Education

LANGUAGE: English


• 06 – 10 June 2016, Vilnius, Lithuania (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 20 – 24 June 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 05 – 09 December 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 13 – 17 March 2017, Prague, Czech Republic (Reserve your place now! ) • 05 – 09 June 2017, Vilnius, Lithuania (Reserve your place now! ) • 07 – 11 August 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 04 – 08 December 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )



Description:

This training course aims to equip teachers and trainers with the essential skills, knowledge and competencies

required for working globally, cross culturally and remotely both in formal and informal roles, and helping others

to develop their multi-cultural awareness.






















Monday

Welcome and introductions

Domestics of the programme including information on Cyprus and Limassol

Introduction to the course

Setting our objectives for the week including how we will work together

Getting to know each other exercise

Introduction to cultural awareness

Understanding culture

Tuesday

Understanding yourself

Cross cultural communication

The diverse workplace

Working in diverse teams

Wednesday

Inclusiveness vs. exclusiveness

Importance of body language

Reading non-verbal clues

Thursday

Through Others Eyes – a one day practical experience

Group discussions

Creating a strategy to take back to your workplace

Presentation of strategies

Summary of the week/Close of seminar

Friday



Before

Preparatory material will be sent to participants and the sending organization by the host organization and the

responsible trainers for the specific training. The material will contain information about the specific aspects of

the training sessions.






During

The programme follows a clearly defined set of learning objectives for which a range of learning methodologies

are used in order to meet the different learning styles of the participants, this includes practical knowledge,

theoretical knowledge, experiential learning, social skills, professional development and personal growth.

This programme will also offer participants an 'international' perspective, with new ideas and the opportunity to

challenge and explore existing practices in a safe environment.

After

Participants will be encouraged to continue their collaboration and networking following the completion of the

course, to use each other as a support network when faced with issues or difficulties. Email correspondence with

the trainers will also be encouraged. The participants will have opportunity to ask for advice (via email or Skype)

if they face obstacles in using the new skills or if they have any questions or concerns.


Learning about cultural differences in customs and beliefs is the beginning of a rewarding journey toward building

trust, cross-cultural communication, and competence. When professionals study cultural traditions, norms,

practices, values, and learning styles, they are more prepared to effectively deliver services and connect with

culturally different individuals on a deeper level. It is important to keep in mind that everyone is unique in his or

her own way, so cultural norms should be viewed as guidelines, not as absolutes.

This awareness will serve to enhance teachers’ and trainers’ services and communications with learners, rather

than to stereotype individuals or communities. This programme aims to equip teachers and trainers with the

essential skills, knowledge and competencies required for working globally, cross culturally and remotely both in

formal and informal roles, and helping others to develop their multi-cultural awareness. This includes identifying

and sharing best practice to be implemented in the workplace. After completion of the programme, participants

will be able to:

Define the key terms relating to 'culture' and apply this knowledge to discuss cultural difference in a positive way

Identify the cultural values that cause cultural differences

Understand how awareness about other cultures and cultural differences can improve your interaction in a multicultural environment

Use the knowledge you have acquired to further develop your cultural sensitivity

This programme also aims to enhance participant’s views, opinions and ideas relating to how education/training

relates to employability and employer’s needs. This will develop further teachers/trainers perspectives on way to

help students/learners achieve robust outcomes which will assist them in gaining meaningful employability skills

required by employers.














14. English for Educators: Set the Base

(Level I)

LANGUAGE: English

DURATION: 20 hours language training


• 13 – 17 June 2016, Dublin, Ireland (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 13 – 17 June 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 18 – 22 July 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 06 – 10 March 2017, Dublin, Ireland (Reserve your place now! ) • 03 – 07 April 2017, London, UK (Reserve your place now! ) • 24 – 28 April 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 12 – 16 June 2017, Dublin, Ireland (Reserve your place now! ) • 19 – 23 June 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 17 – 21 July 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 31 July – 04 August 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )



Description:

This course is ideal for all those educators (primary & secondary teachers, university staff (academic & admin),

adult educators, trainers & coaches) who want to improve their level of spoken English. The course’s duration is

one week. It aims to give participants a basic knowledge of reading, listening, spoken and written skills in a

dynamic and communicative way, through individual, pair and group work and pre-recorded and authentic

texts. Course participants will be expected to use the range of resources available to them during the training

and to communicate with native speakers wherever possible, in order to develop cultural competence. This

course is designed to be very flexible, and can be adapted to suit the specific needs of the participants.
















English for Educators: set the base (level I) course is for teachers/educators who have an Elementary (A2), Pre-

intermediate (A2/B1) or an intermediate (B1) level of English, according to the Common European Framework of

Reference for Languages.

Main Aims: Improve communication skills in English

Enhance self-confidence in spoken English in educational and business settings

Seize opportunities for cooperation with peers at international level


Monday

• Introduction and course overview • Individual expectations – setting up week-long group task • Short presentation about English culture and language • Teaching techniques and methods: learning English. Pronunciation and accentuation • Introduction to basic grammar • Expanding vocabulary for educators

Tuesday

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 1 • Grammar session • Expanding vocabulary for educators • Learning techniques and methods: developing speaking skills while practising speaking in groups and pairs • Learning techniques and methods: developing listening and comprehensive skills using songs and videos

Wednesday

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 2 • Listening session • Expanding vocabulary for educators • Learning techniques and methods: developing reading skills using text books and story telling

Thursday

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 3 • Reading session • Expanding vocabulary for educators • ICT in teaching languages: various methods and resources. • Carrying out weeks’ task: developing ones’ learning plan including methodology and materials • Summary, course evaluation and closure

Friday








Before



During

The course encourages the use of a creative teaching approach and includes specific sessions on integrating ICT

in language teaching. It also includes sessions to develop partnership work with teachers from within Europe, as

well as other activities available under the Erasmus+ Programme. Morning sessions focus on language

development where participants gain confidence in using English.

Participants will evaluate their experience at the end of each day and the course will culminate in an end of week

evaluation session.

After

The participants will be encouraged to form a network in order to exchange experiences and support one

another. They will have opportunity to contact course trainers for further feedback – up to 6 months after

completion of the workshop, the participants will have opportunity to ask for advice (via email or Skype) if they

face obstacles in using the new skills or if they have any questions.


By the end of the course, delegates will:

Improve their oral fluency in English

Be capable of participating in business meetings where English is the working language

Improve writing, pronunciation and reading skills in English

Be able to attend international conferences & events









15. English for Educators: Set the Base

(Level I+II)

LANGUAGE: English

DURATION: 40 hours language training


• 13 – 24 June 2016, Dublin, Ireland (Reserve your place now! ) • 13 – 24 June 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 18 – 29 July 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! ) • 06 – 17 March 2017, Dublin, Ireland (Reserve your place now! ) • 03 – 14 April 2017, London, UK (Reserve your place now! ) • 24 April – 05 May 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 12 – 23 June 2017, Dublin, Ireland (Reserve your place now! ) • 19 – 30 June 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 17 – 28 July 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! ) • 31 July – 11 August 2017, Limassol, Cyprus (Reserve your place now! )


















Description:

This course is ideal for all those educators (primary & secondary teachers, university staff (academic & admin),

adult educators, trainers & coaches) who want to improve their level of spoken English. The course’s duration is

two weeks. It aims to give participants an intermediate knowledge of reading, listening, spoken and written skills

in a dynamic and communicative way, through individual, pair and group work and pre-recorded and authentic

texts. Course participants are expected to use the range of resources available to during the training and to

communicate with native speakers wherever possible, in order to develop cultural competence. This course is

designed to be very flexible, and can be adapted to suit the specific needs of the participants.

English for Educators: set the base (level I+II) course is for teachers/educators who have an Elementary (A2), Pre-

intermediate (A2/B1) or just an intermediate (B1) level of English, according to the Common European Framework

of Reference for Languages.

Main Aims: Improve communication skills in English

Enhance self-confidence in spoken English in educational and business settings

Seize opportunities for cooperation with peers at international level


Monday (Week 1)

• Introduction and course overview • Individual expectations – setting up week-long group task • Short presentation about English culture and language • Teaching techniques and methods: learning English. Pronunciation and accentuation • Introduction to basic grammar • Expanding vocabulary for educators

Tuesday (Week 1)

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 1 • Grammar session • Expanding vocabulary for educators • Learning techniques and methods: developing speaking skills while practising speaking in groups and pairs • Learning techniques and methods: developing listening and comprehensive skills using songs and videos






Wednesday (Week 1)

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 2 • Listening session • Expanding vocabulary for educators • Learning techniques and methods: developing reading skills using text books and story telling

Thursday (Week 1)

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 3 • Reading session • Expanding vocabulary for educators • ICT in teaching languages: various methods and resources. • Carrying out weeks’ task: developing ones’ learning plan including methodology and materials • Summary of the first week, closure and preparation for the second week.

Friday (Week 1)


Saturday (Week 1)

Homework working in group and individually

Sunday (Week 1 – end)

Homework working in group and individually

Monday (Week 2)

• Introduction and course overview for the second week • Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 4 • Presentation and evaluation of homework • Revision of grammar knowledge • Expanding vocabulary for educators • Learning techniques and methods: improving speaking and listening skills through oral practice and the

use of contemporary written, aural and audio-visual materials representing selected situations

Tuesday (Week 2)

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 8 • Communicative lesson – creating an engaging class • Reading session • Expanding vocabulary for educators • Learning techniques and methods: improving reading and writing skills through the use of contemporary

written materials – short stories, dealing with aspects of contemporary English life and society

Wednesday (Week 2)

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 9 • Listening session • Expanding vocabulary for educators • Learning techniques and methods: exploring how some art work can be used to develop language skills






Thursday (Week 2)

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods discussed on day 10 • Writing session • Expanding vocabulary for educators • ICT in teaching languages: various methods and resources (social media, blogging) • Carrying out weeks’ task: developing ones’ learning plan including methodology and materials • Summary, course evaluation and closure

Friday (Week 2 – end of course)



Before



During



well as other activities available under the Erasmus+ Programme. Morning sessions focus on language

development where participants gain confidence in using English. The afternoon methodology sessions introduce

fresh and communicative approaches to teaching English.

During the week participants will be encouraged to reflect on and develop their planning skills and will be tasked

with working together to develop their own teaching resources. Throughout the week and consistent with a full

immersion approach, a variety of teaching and learning sessions will be delivered with specific teaching and

learning aims.


evaluation session.

After

The participants will be encouraged to form a network in order to exchange experiences and support one another. They will have opportunity to contact course trainers for further feedback – up to 6 months after completion of the workshop, the participants will have opportunity to ask for advice (via email or Skype) if they face obstacles in using the new skills or if they have any questions.







By the end of the course, delegates will:

Improve their oral fluency in English

Be capable of participating in business meetings where English is the working language

Improve writing, pronunciation and reading skills in English

Be able to attend international conferences & events

Understand the main ideas of basic text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in participants’ field

Produce clear, detailed text on a basic range of subjects and explain a viewpoint for a specific topic









16. Teaching & Learning of Italian Language

& Culture (level I)

LANGUAGE: English

DATE AND LOCATION:



Description:

This course is for absolute beginners. It aims to give participants a basic knowledge of reading, listening, spoken

and written skills in a dynamic and communicative way, through individual, pair and group work and pre-recorded

and authentic texts. The focus is on accuracy as well as communication. Course participants will be expected to

use the range of resources available during the training and to communicate with native speakers wherever

possible, in order to develop cultural competence.

This full-week course is designed for teachers and support staff, and aims to improve knowledge and

understanding of the target language and culture. The course methodology encourages participation, sharing of

good practice and reflection of teaching methodologies applied in the classroom.

Main Aims:

• Develop your language competence and cultural knowledge for all walks of Italian life & culture

• Develop knowledge and understanding of the Italian language

• Increase competence and confidence in using the Italian language

• Further develop knowledge and understanding of teaching techniques for specific groups, and provide

teachers with an array of ready-made teaching resources suitable for their pupils

• Provide an opportunity to share good practice and evaluate own teaching practice

• Provide an opportunity to work collaboratively in developing their own teaching materials to use in

the classroom







Monday

• Introduction and course overview • Individual expectations – setting up week-long group task • Short presentation about Italian culture and language • Teaching techniques and methods: learning Italian alphabet. Pronunciation and accentuation • Introduction to basic grammar • Expanding vocabulary

Tuesday

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 1 • Grammar session • Expending vocabulary • Teaching techniques and methods: developing speaking skills while practising speaking in groups and pairs • Teaching techniques and methods: developing listening and comprehensive skills using songs and videos

Wednesday

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 2 • Grammar session • Expanding vocabulary • Teaching techniques and methods: developing reading skills using text books and story telling

Thursday

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 3 • Grammar session • Expanding vocabulary • ICT in teaching languages: various methods and resources. • Carrying out weeks’ task: developing ones’ teaching plan including methodology and materials • Summary, course evaluation and closure

Friday



Before








During



well as other activities available under the Erasmus+ Programme.

The course is delivered by:

• First class technical content, based on what delegates need to know in practice

• Clear scenarios that participants can relate to

• A range of ready-to-use training tools such as case studies, videos, animations etc.




learning aims.


evaluation session.

After

The participants will be encouraged to form a network in order to exchange experiences and support one another.

They will have opportunity to contact course trainers for further feedback – up to 6 months after completion of

the workshop, the participants will have opportunity to ask for advice (via email or Skype) if they face obstacles

in using the new skills or if they have any questions.


By the end of the course, delegates will have acquired capabilities to:

Understand short, simple messages and announcements

Read short simple texts and find specific information

Communicate in simple, routine situations;

Write simple notes, messages and short personal letters.

Pair and team work, focused listening, informal presentations, language awareness, cultural appreciation






By the end of the course, participants should be able to perform at Level A1+/A2 of the Common European

Framework. Successful completion of this course unit will enhance your curriculum vitae and your employability

by showing that you have a capacity to learn other languages and the desire to engage with other cultures.


• Certificate of attendance including description of training content and time input

• Europass mobility certificates – to be issued by the applicant’s NA.




http://www.ulc.manchester.ac.uk/languages/information/framework/





17. Teaching & Learning of Italian Language & Culture (level II)

LANGUAGE: English

DATE AND LOCATION:



Description:

This course is for intermediate level seekers. It aims to consolidate and to extend language skills acquired in levels

1 and 2 Italian, through individual, pair and group work and pre-recorded and authentic texts. The focus is on

accuracy as well as communication.

Course participants will be expected to use the range of resources available to during the training and to

communicate with native speakers wherever possible, in order to develop cultural competence.

This full-week course is designed for teachers and support staff and aims to improve knowledge and

understanding of the target language and culture. The course methodology encourages participation, sharing of

good practice and reflection of teaching methodologies applied in the classroom.

Main Aims:

• Improve your language competence and cultural knowledge for all walks of life in a Italian-speaking country

• Improve knowledge and understanding of the Italian language • Increase competence and confidence in using the Italian language • Further develop knowledge and understanding of teaching techniques for specific groups, and provide

teachers with an array of ready-made teaching resources suitable for their pupils • Provide an opportunity to share good practice and evaluate own teaching practice • Provide an opportunity to work collaboratively in developing their own teaching materials to use in the

classroom







Monday

• Introduction and course overview • Individual expectations – setting up week-long group task • Short presentation about Italian culture and language • Expanding vocabulary • Revision of grammar knowledge • Teaching techniques and methods: improving speaking and listening skills through oral practice and the

use of contemporary written, aural and audio-visual materials representing selected situations.

Tuesday

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 1 • Grammar session • Expanding vocabulary • Teaching techniques and methods: improving reading and writing skills through the use of contemporary

written materials – short stories, articles and etc. dealing with aspects of contemporary Italian life and society.

Wednesday

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 2 • Grammar session • Expanding vocabulary • Teaching techniques and methods: exploring how some art work can be used to develop language skills

Thursday

• Question and Answer session for clarification of methods and grammar discussed on day 3 • Grammar session • Expanding vocabulary • ICT in teaching languages: various methods and resources. • Carrying out weeks’ task: developing ones’ teaching plan including methodology and materials • Summary, course evaluation and closure

Friday








Before



During



well as other activities available under the Erasmus+ Programme.


• First class technical content, based on what delegates need to know in practice • Clear scenarios that participants can relate to • A range of ready-to-use training tools such as case studies, videos, animations etc.




learning aims.


evaluation session.

After


They will have opportunity to contact course trainers for further feedback – up to 6 months after completion of

the workshop, the participants will have opportunity to ask for advice (via email or Skype) if they face obstacles

in using the new skills or if they have any questions.


By the end of the course, delegates will have acquired capabilities to:

interact in most everyday social situations with confidence and fluency in their use of the Italian language

vary the tone and register of the oral and written texts they produce

read simply-structured literary texts or articles in newspapers and periodicals

use monolingual as well as bilingual dictionaries understand important aspects of Italian social and cultural history






By the end of the course, participants should be able to perform at Level B1+/B2 of the Common European

Framework. Successful completion of this course unit will enhance your curriculum vitae and your employability

by showing that you have a capacity to learn other languages and the desire to engage with other cultures.


• Certificate of attendance including description of training content and time input • Europass mobility certificates – to be issued by the applicant’s NA.









18. Health and Safety in Educational

Institutions

LANGUAGE: English

DATE AND LOCATIONS:

06 – 10 June 2016, Limassol, Cyprus (Confirmed course - places available! )



Description:

School principals, managers and teachers should know about health and safety when engaged in work or as future

members of the workforce. This course will help you to identify risks and hazards in school, your duties and

responsibilities and understand health and safety legislation.

Main Aims:








Monday


Course objectives, HSE Legislation & what is covered

Assessing Risks o What is risk? o What is a risk assessment? o How are risk assessments carried out?







Legislation

Duties and Responsibilities

Safety Statement

Tuesday

Day 1 overview

Controlling Risks o How do you reduce risk?

o How do you decide which risk control to use?

o What are the key parts of a health and safety management system

Identifying Hazards

o What are common hazards?

o What can you do about common hazards

Wednesday

Day 2 overview

Investigating accidents and incidents o Why investigate accidents and incidents?

o How do accidents and incidents happen?

o How do you carry out an investigation?

Measuring Performance

o What’s performance measurement about?

o How do you measure health and safety performance?

Thursday

Day 3 overview

Active training and education for pupils

Staff training

Combined training

School OSH management – tools, policies and systems

School OSH management – participation

Using risk education to contribute to school safety management

Health, safety and sustainability/environmental objectives

Types of support or external framework

Usual problems

Success factors

Friday








Before



During

The methodology of this training is based on a formula: necessary theory + maximum practice + feedback =

accelerated growth.

The methods used during the training are as follows: presentations, case studies and practical application. The

participants will also receive study manuals and worksheets that will be used during the seminar.


first class technical content, based on what delegates need to know in practice

clear scenarios that participants can relate to

a range of ready-to-use training tools such as case studies, videos, animations etc.

After





This course provides the general knowledge and understanding required to understand and manage key elements

of health and safety in educational institutions such as school, universities and adult education centres. The course

can be attained by principles, managers and staff. By the end of the course, delegates will have acquired

capabilities to:

recognise safety and health hazards and assess risks in educational institutions

apply key health and safety controls

ensure that adequate health and safety training and supervision of staff is provided

identify what actions should be taken when incidents involving injury or damage occur

communicate effectively on safety and health issues

The participants will:

Appreciate the significance of Health and Safety

Know the legal requirements you need to abide to

Understand your responsibilities






Learn what a risk is and how to identify it in educational institutions

Learn how to control risks in in educational institutions

Learn how to implement H&S measures easily and cost efficient

Learn how to manage H&S and your personnel

Learn how to investigate accidents and take measures to avoid same incidences

Be confident that you can keep everyone safe










19. First Aid at Work

LANGUAGE: English




Description:

Educational institutions are a common ground for injuries or illnesses. The provision of appropriate first aid in the

workplace can contribute positively to maintaining life, minimizing the consequences of injury or illness and

accelerating the time of convalescence. With the completion of this course, participants will be able to provide

adequate aid to the person in need, until the advent of specialised care.

Main Aims:








Monday


Course objectives, First Aid & HSE Legislation & what is covered

What is first aid & what are its aims

Primary survey

Secondary survey, Action plans and recovery position

Breathing problems

Choking







Tuesday

Day 1 overview

Breathing problems

Choking

Anaphylaxis

Asthma and Hyperventilation

CPR detail, what, why and how

CPR practical application

Circulatory problems – shock & heart attack

Wednesday

Day 2 overview

Control of bleeding – external, Slings & dressings

Internal bleeding

Chest injuries and crush syndrome

Diabetes

Unconsciousness overview

Head Injury

Stroke

Thursday

Day3 overview

Poisons

Seizures

Burns

Skeletal Injuries

Eye injuries

Duties of a first aider – legislation

End of Course

Friday



Before








During

The methodology of this training is based on a formula: minimum theory + maximum practice + feedback =

accelerated growth. The methods used during the training are as follows: presentations, demonstrations, practical

application


After






Acquire the necessary knowledge as to be able to manage an incident

Acquire the confidence to step up and provide first aid to someone in need

Recognise and determine life threatening conditions

Treat an unconscious casualty

Recognise and treat for shock

Have the knowledge to: o Attend Respiratory obstructions o Perform CPR on an adult or child competently o Attend shock and heart attack o Bleeding management o Chest injuries and crush syndrome o Diabetes o Unconsciousness overview o Head Injury o Stroke o Poisons o Seizure o Burns










20. Managing Safely

LANGUAGE: English

DATE AND LOCATION:



Description:

Safety at work is fundamental and health and safety requires a committed management to be effective. Managing

safely is suitable for managers, supervisors and any other responsible authority in any sector, and any

organisation. It’s designed to get managers up to speed on the practical actions they need to take to handle health

and safety in their premises.

Main Aims:








Monday


Course objectives, First Aid & HSE Legislation & what is covered

Introducing Managing Safely o Why is it important to manage safely o What are your responsibilities as a manager

Assessing Risks o What is risk? o What is a risk assessment? o How are risk assessments carried out?







Tuesday

Day 1 overview

Controlling Risks o How do you reduce risk? o How do you decide which risk control to use?

Understanding your responsibilities o What does the law require you to do? o How does the law work? o What are the key parts of a health and safety management system?

Wednesday

Day 2 overview

Identifying Hazards o What are common hazards? o What can you do about common hazards

Investigating accidents and incidents o Why investigate accidents and incidents? o How do accidents and incidents happen? o How do you carry out an investigation?

Thursday

Day 3 overview

Measuring Performance o What’s performance measurement about? o How do you measure health and safety performance? o What is auditing?

Protecting our environment o What is the impact on our environment? o How can you control pollution and waste?

Friday



Before








During

Methodology of this training is based on a formula: necessary theory + maximum practice + feedback = accelerated

growth. The methods used during the training are as follows: presentations, case studies and practical application.

The participants will also receive study manuals and worksheets that will be used during the seminar. The course

is delivered by:

a sophisticated but fun presentation

first class technical content, based on what delegates need to know in practice

no jargon or off-putting legal language

clear scenarios that managers can relate to

a range of ready-to-use training tools, including a board game, DVDs and quizzes

After





This course provides the general knowledge and understanding required to manage key elements of health and

safety in any workplace. By the end of the course, delegates will have acquired capabilities to:

recognise safety and health hazards and assess risks in the workplace

apply key health and safety controls

ensure that adequate health and safety training and supervision of staff is provided

identify what actions should be taken when incidents involving injury or damage occur

communicate effectively on safety and health issues

appreciate the significance of Health and Safety

know the legal requirements you need to abide by

understand your responsibilities

Participants will:

learn what a risk is and how to identify it

learn how to control risks

learn how to implement H&S measures easily and cost efficient

learn how to manage H&S and your personnel






learn how to investigate accidents and take measures to avoid same incidences

learn how to protect the environment though H&S

be confident that you can keep everyone safe





