A green school for a green life
Transform your life through nature. ‘ A Green School for a Green Life’ offers sustainability discussions and environmental reflection
This immersive course blends practical sustainability education with the restorative power of nature. Educators will learn to cultivate resilience, deepen their ecological understanding, and develop actionable strategies for preserving our ecosystems. Through hands-on experiences and mindful exploration, you’ll discover how to translate the lessons of the natural world into impactful teaching and lasting change.
This transformative course invites educators to journey beyond the walls of conventional learning, into the heart of nature’s wisdom. Discover the profound connection between personal resilience and ecological sustainability, as you explore mindful practices and gain practical insights into preserving our planet. Embrace the opportunity to cultivate a deep respect for our ecosystems and inspire a future where humanity and nature thrive together.
Learning Objectives
Learning objectives
Sustainability: Develop a comprehensive understanding of sustainability principles and their significance for educational systems
Environmental Awareness: Explore your personal role in environmental awareness and conservation
Ecosystems: Propose and evaluate solutions for the conservation of ecosystems under threat and realize the effect of Climate changes.
Respect for Nature: Develop and demonstrate an understanding of ethical environmental interactions in outdoor recreational and professional contexts.
Personal and Professional Strengths: Understand nature’s role in personal and professional development
Participants will benefit from a comprehensive educational experience, commencing with a free town walking tour led by a local expert. This immersive introduction is followed by a robust study program, encompassing a minimum of 25 hours per week, complete with all necessary course materials. Upon completion, a certificate of attendance is awarded, and for those seeking further recognition, a Europass and Learning Agreement are available upon request. To enrich the learning journey, visits to local institutions are integrated into the program, providing valuable contextual insights. Personalized support ensures individual needs are met throughout the mobility, facilitated by the on-site expertise of our local provider. Practical amenities, including free Wi-Fi and complimentary coffee and tea breaks, are provided to enhance the learning environment. All administrative costs are included, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience.
Metodology and Assessment
Designed for educators and staff across all educational sectors, this course emphasizes practical, participatory learning. Experiential methods are central, alongside engaging presentations, daily motivational activities, group work, and diverse classroom and outdoor activities. Lectures, seminars, and workshops ensure thorough comprehension, with daily assignment support. A final evaluation will assess learning outcomes. All useful material for the course, such as teaching cards, pens and pencils, gadgets, illustrative material and wifi will be provided by the association. Participants must have their own tablet
Pricing
- 560 euros (7 days)
Course package content:
Price includes course fees, a free guided city tour, constant help with information about venue and city, transportation for the training activities, dinner party for all participants and certification of attendance. Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) are available at extra cost. Cancellation can be made without penalty within fifteen days before the start of the session. In case of force majeure (see the cases foreseen by the Erasmus programme) cancellation is also possible on the start day of the course
Flexible dates for groups are available upon request
Course Details:
- Course Price: 560€
- City: Ischia,Italy
- Duration: 7 Days - 35 hours
- Language : English
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Target:
- Primary education
- Lower secondary education
- Upper secondary education
- Target roles: Teacher/Librarian/ICT Coordinators
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Upcoming Sessions :
- 07/09/2025 - 13/09/2025
- 05/04/2026 -11/04/2026
- 10/05/2026 - 16/05/2026
- 06/09/2026- 12/09/2026
- 13/09/026 - 19/09/2026
Flexible dates for groups are available upon request
Certification Details
- Certificate of attendance
- Europass Mobility Document
- Learning agreement
Course Programme
Ischia (Napoli), Campania
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Welcoming Day 1
- Welcome and Course Overview
- Upon arrival, participants will receive a warm welcome and introductions, establishing a comfortable and inclusive atmosphere.
- Essential information regarding local culture, city navigation, and venue specifics, ensuring a smooth transition
- Coffee Break ☕
- Foundational lecture on the Erasmus framework will illuminate its role in promoting intercultural understanding and connection across Europe.
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Sustainability Day 2
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of sustainability principles and their significance for educational systems
- Coffee Break ☕
- Presentations of participants and their respective projects, followed by discussions on ecology within a historical context. We will then delve into various energy sources, explore effective waste management strategies, and conclude with a comprehensive look at sustainability
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Respect for Nature Day 3
- Develop and demonstrate an understanding of ethical environmental interactions in outdoor recreational and professional contexts
- Coffee Break ☕
- We will explore the numerous benefits of outdoor learning, examine the concept and implementation of green classrooms, and then participate in an excursion to our dedicated green classroom by the sea
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Environmental Awareness Day 4
- Explore your personal role in environmental awareness and conservation
- The program focuses on learning and living green, emphasizing environmental care. To complement this, we will enjoy a short excursion into the beautiful Italian nature
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Ecosystems Day 5
- Propose and evaluate solutions for the conservation of ecosystems under threat and realize the effect of Climate changes.
- Critical topics including climate change, the complex relationship between humans and the landscape, the interconnected issues of food, waste, and agriculture, and our energy use
- Closing Session: Reflection on experiences, creation of a presentation
- Group Work: Creation of an itinerary in Italy for a school trip
- Certificate of Participation & Attendance
- Confirmation of Erasmus+ Mobility Documents
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Personal and Professional Strengths Day 6
- Understand nature's role in personal and professional development
- Coffee Break ☕
- Explore the concept of a sustainable school, company, or institution, and examine an example of good practice within Italy
- Dinner party, which will be held either indoors or outdoors, depending on weather conditions
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Closing Session Day 7
- Presentations of participant work, followed by discussions on implementing new ideas
- Coffee Break ☕
- Creation of an itinerary in Italy for a school trip. Evaluation of the course and conclude with the releasing of official course certifications
- Certificate of Participation & Attendance. Confirmation of Erasmus+ Mobility Documents