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Description
Nordic education systems have become well known for their educational success, consistently ranking at the forefront of global education indices.
Innovative mindset and effectiveness together with the idea of fostering creativity, inclusivity, and a holistic view of education have set a standard that continues to inspire educators globally.
This course will provide you with insights into the Nordic education systems, with a deep understanding of interdisciplinary learning, equal opportunities, student autonomy, and sustainable development.
You will discover the secrets behind Nordic educational success by getting to know strategies that have made Nordic countries stand out globally, such as active learning, interdisciplinary approaches, and a commitment to equal opportunities.
During this course, you will explore innovative classroom practices from Nordic countries, from collaborative activities to case studies and workshops.
You will gain practical insights for effective implementation of strategies from Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland into your classroom, and eventually experience what the Nordic way of life means.
By the end of the course, you will gain a set of competencies inspired by the successful Nordic education models. You will implement these practices into your teaching context to create a concrete plan for the classroom with a “Nordic twist”.
Moreover, you will be able to explain these pedagogies to your colleagues to act for change in your school in the future.
Learning outcomes
The course will help the participants to:
Understand the Nordic Education landscape;
Enhance student autonomy and responsibility;
Explore collaborative teaching methods;
Understand active learning in Nordic Classrooms;
Implement Nordic Insights in your classroom.
Tentative schedule
Day 1 – Course introduction
Introduction to the course, the school, and the external week activities;
Icebreaker activities;
Presentations of the participants’ schools;
Goal setting for the week;
Overview of Nordic Education Systems: Values, Principles and Components.
Day 2 – Understanding the Nordic Education Landscape: interdisciplinary learning and equal opportunities
The Concept of a Public School System in the Nordic Countries;
Explore how Nordic countries implement interdisciplinary approaches;
Strategies from the Nordic countries for promoting equal opportunities in education.
Day 3 – Students autonomy, teamwork and active learning
Promoting and fostering student autonomy: Best practices and strategies for student’s responsibility in learning;
Collaborative Teaching Methods;
Case Studies of Active Learning in Nordic Classrooms.
Day 4 – Sustainable development and outdoor education
Understanding the approach of Nordic countries towards sustainable development in education;
Practical examples of Sustainable Development from Nordic Schools;
You can register for any date, even if it's not yet confirmed, especially if you're interested in courses several weeks away. Once we have a few more enrollments, we will confirm the date. If we are unable to confirm it, we will offer you alternative options.
Each Academy within the network operates independently and is legally established in the country where its courses are delivered.
Helsinki
Price: 580€*
OID: E10305408
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.15-20 Jun 2026
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.20-25 Jul 2026
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.17-22 Aug 2026
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.21-26 Sep 2026
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.19-24 Oct 2026
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.16-21 Nov 2026
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.18-23 Jan 2027
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.15-20 Feb 2027
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.15-20 Mar 2027
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.19-24 Apr 2027
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.17-22 May 2027
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.15-20 Jun 2026
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.20-25 Jul 2026
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.17-22 Aug 2026
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.21-26 Sep 2026
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.19-24 Oct 2026
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.16-21 Nov 2026
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.18-23 Jan 2027
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.15-20 Feb 2027
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.15-20 Mar 2027
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.19-24 Apr 2027
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.17-22 May 2027
Cultural Activities
A 1.5-hour walking tour in Helsinki city center
A 3-hour Saturday excursion or a visit to a museum
*A 60 € late registration fee will be applied if you register less than 8 weeks before the course start date. All prices are VAT included or not due.
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