UMAMI - Teaching that whets the appetite and activates, motivates and inspires through internationalisation

Topic(s) addressed

The project targeted health and wellbeing.

Target group(s)

The focus group included 3570 pupils and 485 staff members.

Methodologies

Key competence development was an integral part of the project as students worked towards strengthening democratic as well as awareness, social, digital, and multilingual competence. Participants used a multidisciplinary approach. Inclusion has been a key part of the implementation of the project. A wide variety of subjects have been explored within the scope of promoting health and wellbeing, from physical activities to mental health, nutrition and outdoor cooking.

Innovation environment

Innovation was continued within the school as this was a continuation of previous projects. The management was actively involved in the project and taking part in the learning. They have had a whole school approach and in addition to the management, the project has involved the preschool, the after-school care, the school, and the student health team. The participants in the learning activities have had ample opportunities to implement and share what they have learned, thus ensuring widespread dissemination within the organisation.

Teachers’ role

Within the project, teachers have engaged in peer learning, peer assessment, and other new ways of cooperating within the organisation. The project has contributed to the staff's wellbeing and joint development from an international perspective through exchanges and learning good practices from other teachers.

Impact and output

The teachers have acquired effective and innovative methods to impart the values, knowledge, and skills needed to actively participate in the democratic processes and work towards increased sustainability. The project has resulted in preschools with innovative outdoor educational activities that are more health-promoting and inclusive. A further impact is increased activity and movement for students during the day, as well asan improved understanding of their wellbeing.

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