Project-Based Learning in Iceland with a school visit

Boost inquiry, innovation, and STEAM skills.

Discover how to foster active learning, critical thinking, and 21st-century skills through project-based learning, STEAM, and design thinking. This hands-on course in Iceland provides tools to structure projects, tackle real-world challenges, and inspire inquiry-driven classrooms. Visit Icelandic schools and gain practical strategies to implement collaborative and engaging learning.

Prepare students for 21st-century challenges using project-based learning (PBL), STEAM activities, and design thinking strategies. This hands-on course helps educators design lessons that promote creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. Learn to structure inquiry-based projects, tackle real-world problems, and integrate science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) into lessons. Trainers with extensive European teaching experience guide participants through workshops, group tasks, and Icelandic school visits to showcase project-based methods in action. Collaborative planning sessions allow educators to create lesson plans, set goals, and develop assessment strategies. Whether teaching primary, secondary, or vocational education, participants leave equipped to foster curiosity, problem-solving, and collaboration in their classrooms.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Structure project-based learning activities to promote inquiry and collaboration.
• Apply Design Thinking techniques to tackle real-world problems in the classroom.
• Integrate STEAM methods to foster analytical and creative thinking.
• Develop tools and lesson plans for active learning, innovation, and problem-solving.
• Observe Icelandic schools’ approaches to creativity, democracy, and key competences.
• Reflect on learning and create a vision plan for project-based implementation.
• Build international partnerships for Erasmus+ collaborations.

METHODOLOGY & ASSESSMENT:

• To introduce the ideology behind PROJECT BASED LEARNING and design thinking and observe first-hand how projects are working in local schools in Iceland.
• To give participants a close-up and personal insight into the Icelandic school system.
• To learn how to structure project based learning sessions and projects.
• To provide teaching tools and activities which promote active learning, innovation and analytical thinking.
• To provide teaching tools and activities which promote critical thinking, complex problem solving and social perceptiveness.
• To explore the STEAM educational approach in the classroom.
• To give teachers the opportunity to share successful activities they use in their own school/country so we can learn from each other.
• To help teachers plan the vision for their PROJECT BASED LEARNING CLASSROOM with time to reflect on their individual schools and plan realistic steps for implementation and success.
• To have fun, share experiences and learn from like-minded teachers from different countries.
• To continue growing our network of teachers and schools from all over Europe and beyond! 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROFESSIONALS ACROSS THE EDUCATION SECTOR:

This course offers learning opportunities for teachers and school staff across the education sector including: Preschool; Primary; Secondary; Adult education; Special Needs; Teaching assistants; School management; Vocational education; Higher education; and Student teachers.

AS PART OF THE COURSE WE ALSO PROVIDE:

• Morning refreshments
• Cultural evening
• Visit to the local swimming pool and hot tubs
• Course material
• Certificate of attendance

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES AND SIGHTSEEING:

Join us on our own tailor-made local tour of amazing Iceland with our SMART TEACHERS PLAY MORE TOUR PACKAGE for both participants and their families! A great way to enjoy the wonders of Iceland, network and get to know your new European friends.

ACCOMMODATION:

Don’t miss out on our EXCLUSIVE PARTICIPANT DISCOUNT VOUCHERS for a brand new trendy hotel we work with close to our course centre!

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