Objectives of the Course

• To familiarize participants with Estonia’s qualities and standards in education – to inform how it supports children’s wellbeing and learning in schools.
• To participate at study visits and job shadowing in Tallinn: observing lessons, meetings with head teachers, teachers and pupils at appropriate school levels
• To offer innovative ideas for the classrooms’ innovation – 21st century skills and transition from non-digital to digital.
• To provide opportunities for reflection and feedback
• To establish connections between teachers from a variety of European backgrounds which facilitates future networking and partnership potential

Pre-course Preparative Modalities:

• Needs Analysis and educative background profile
• Online language level assessment

 Practical Arrangements Intra-Course Modalities offered by the Course provider :

• Course tutor
• Setting of learning objectives
• Ongoing assessment and evaluation including feedback
• Accommodation and transfer service (Optional): 2-4* hotel, self-catered flat, student residence or host family BB or HB

 Outcomes

• Furthered knowledge of Estonia’s system of education – you will get insights into the Estonian education system and hands-on experience of the various pedagogical methods used in kindergartens and schools.
• Understanding where are the roots of Estonia’s young people’s knowledge, as well as their ability to use this knowledge.
• Teamwork and interpersonal abilities
• Shared knowledge and experiences and expertise with other professionals of a panEuropean background
• Creating output. Working individually or in groups on recommendations for one’s own school. Learning diary, social media updates, blogs.
• Better knowledge of Erasmus+ potential for professional development.

Methods:

• Participants observe teaching, studying and learning processes in classrooms; lectures, discussions, teamwork, study visits and hands-on experiences, museum education.