This Erasmus+ course provides a thorough introduction to mindfulness, wellbeing, and emotional intelligence, specifically designed for educators. It aims to equip you with practical tools and strategies to enhance both your personal and professional life.

 

Mindfulness is about being fully present and engaged in the moment. In this course, you will learn how to apply mindfulness techniques to manage stress, enhance focus, and cultivate a calm and centred mindset. You will discover practices for integrating mindfulness into your daily routine and classroom setting, helping you create a more balanced and attentive environment for both yourself and your students. 

 

Wellbeing focuses on maintaining mental and emotional health. The course covers strategies for managing stress effectively, creating a balanced work-life routine, and preventing burnout. You will explore methods for setting boundaries, establishing self-care routines, and developing resilience, ensuring that you remain enthusiastic and effective in your role as an educator. 

 

Emotional Intelligence involves understanding and managing your own emotions while recognising and influencing the emotions of others. You will learn techniques to enhance your emotional awareness, improve interpersonal communication, and build stronger, more supportive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. The course will also cover strategies for resolving conflicts and fostering a positive and empathetic classroom atmosphere.

 

Throughout the course, you will gain practical skills in applying these concepts to real-life teaching scenarios. You will learn how to implement mindfulness and wellbeing practices into your daily routine and teaching methods, and how to use emotional intelligence to create a supportive and engaging learning environment. By the end of the course, you will have a comprehensive toolkit to enhance your professional effectiveness and personal satisfaction, ultimately benefiting both yourself and your students.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

 

1. Apply Mindfulness Techniques: Implement mindfulness practices to manage stress, improve concentration, and maintain a calm, focused mindset in both personal and professional settings.

2. Enhance Wellbeing: Develop and apply strategies for managing stress, achieving a balanced work-life routine, and preventing burnout, thereby improving overall mental and emotional health.

3. Develop Emotional Intelligence: Recognise and manage personal emotions and understand the emotions of others to build stronger, more supportive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.

4. Create a Positive Classroom Environment: Use mindfulness and emotional intelligence skills to foster a supportive, empathetic, and engaging learning atmosphere for students.

5. Integrate Techniques into Teaching Practice: Incorporate mindfulness and wellbeing strategies into daily teaching routines and lesson plans to enhance classroom management and student engagement.

6. Resolve Conflicts Effectively: Apply emotional intelligence strategies to handle conflicts and challenges in the classroom, improving communication and fostering a harmonious educational environment.

7. Promote Self-Care: Design and implement self-care routines and resilience-building practices to sustain personal wellbeing and professional effectiveness throughout your teaching career.

8. Reflect on Professional Growth: Assess and reflect on your personal development in mindfulness, wellbeing, and emotional intelligence, and identify areas for ongoing improvement and application in educational contexts.

Lessons take place from Monday to Friday in the morning hours. 

 

Monday: Introduction to Mindfulness, Wellbeing, and Emotional Intelligence

 

Welcome and Icebreakers: Course Overview and Objectives

Introductions and Participant Expectations: Presentations by Schools and Participants

Introduction to Mindfulness: Definitions and Benefits

The Role of Wellbeing in Education

Overview of Emotional Intelligence and Its Importance

 

Tuesday: Deep Dive into Mindfulness and Wellbeing

 

Practical Mindfulness Exercises and Techniques for Educators

Mindfulness in Classroom Management

Strategies for Enhancing Personal Wellbeing: Stress Management Techniques and Tools

Creating a Wellbeing Plan: Setting Goals and Tracking Progress

Integrating Mindfulness and Wellbeing into Daily Routines

Case Studies and Best Practices in Mindfulness and Wellbeing

 

Wednesday: Outdoor Practical Application and Reflection

 

Outdoor Mindfulness Activities and Nature-Based Practices

Wellbeing Exercises in an Outdoor Setting

Emotional Intelligence and Nature: Understanding Connections

Applying Mindfulness and Wellbeing Techniques in an Outdoor Environment

Reflection on the Outdoor Experience and Its Impact

Discussion on Incorporating Outdoor Activities into Teaching

 

Thursday: Developing and Applying Emotional Intelligence

 

Understanding Emotional Intelligence and Its Components

Techniques for Enhancing Self-Awareness and Self-Regulation

Building Empathy and Improving Communication Skills

Strategies for Managing Emotions in the Classroom

Developing Positive Relationships with Students and Colleagues

Role-Playing and Scenario-Based Exercises

Evaluating Emotional Intelligence in Educational Settings

 

Friday: Integration, Implementation, and Closing

 

Strategies for Integrating Mindfulness, Wellbeing, and Emotional Intelligence into Curriculum

Developing a Personal Action Plan for Implementing Course Insights

Collaborative Workshop: Designing Classroom Activities Based on Course Learnings

Sharing and Peer Feedback on Implementation Plans

Evaluating the Impact: Measuring Success and Adjustments

Reflection on Personal Growth and Professional Development

Closing Remarks: Summary of Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Distribution of Certificates of Attendance

Completion of Erasmus+ Mobility Documents