Study trip futureproof organisations for education and day-care

Topic(s) addressed

The project addressed promoting a positive school climate, rest and play, and collaboration.

Target group(s)

The target group included students aged one to 12,  staff and non-teaching staff.

Methodologies

This project showcases innovative teaching and learning approaches. School leaders were pivotal in job shadowing and incorporating new educational methods such as integrating play and outdoor learning to foster health and wellbeing. These methods were then disseminated and implemented through active reflections, meetings, dialogues, and multimedia documentation. The goal was to create more holistic and inclusive education policies for the school.

Innovation environment

The school environment was central to this project through focusing on educational methods through play, inclusion, and open spaces. This focus on using space well and creating a healthy environment aimed at building a positive school climate. These insights and ideas were openly discussed with the schools, ensuring that innovative ideas were integrated across the entire institution.

Teachers’ role

Participating teachers played a crucial role in influencing innovative teaching and learning processes. Acting as innovators, they learned from Danish schools, focusing on good practices to apply their own work. This involved peer learning and cooperation with both Danish school staff and afterwards, their own staff. By sharing insights and collaboratively implementing new ideas, staff enhanced their competencies and promoted a continuous learning culture.

Impact and output

The innovative teaching and learning methods from the project had a significant impact, fostering a child-centred view and leading to more meaningful activities and increased outdoor learning. The methods promoted inclusivity, encouraging schools to adopt a more inclusive vision and actively find ways for all children to participate in the classroom. This approach directly benefitted students and teachers, creating a lasting inclusive learning environment.

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