Building Happy Classrooms: Integrating Positive Education for Life-Skills Development

DESCRIPTION

This course challenges the traditional educational paradigm by promoting well-being and happiness in both the classroom and beyond. The course draws from Positive Psychology, a scientific approach that focuses on human flourishing, and integrates these principles into education to help young people thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

This course introduces the fundamentals of Positive Psychology, focusing on strengths and virtues that enable individuals, communities, and organizations to succeed. It combines international theories and techniques with practical tools for educators to apply in their schools. Additionally, mindfulness is introduced as a method for enhancing self-awareness, relaxation, and goal achievement, improving both personal well-being and professional effectiveness.

Participants will gain the skills to design educational programs that not only emphasize academic excellence but also nurture character strengths and overall well-being. The course will be hands-on and self-reflective, ensuring that educators leave with practical tools and strategies that can be immediately implemented in their classrooms.

COMPETENCES

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of Positive Psychology, its principles, and how they can be effectively applied to the field of education.

  • Be equipped with the knowledge and tools to design and implement school programs that not only promote academic success but also foster character development, emotional resilience, and overall well-being in students.

  • Learn to integrate mindfulness techniques into daily teaching practices, helping both educators and students manage stress, improve focus, and enhance emotional regulation.

METHODOLOGY

Interactive workshops: Engage in discussions, share experiences, and develop actionable strategies for Positive Education.

Mindfulness exercises: Develop mindfulness practices to foster self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Collaborative design projects: Participants will work on designing personal projects to apply Positive Education concepts to their own school settings.

Self-reflection: Activities designed to encourage deep personal reflection and growth.

Peer learning: Sharing insights and experiences with fellow educators to inspire and learn from each other.

  • 9:00–9:30 Overview of the Course Structure, the School, and the Week’s Activities
    9:30–10:00 Introduction to Positive Psychology: History, Key Pioneers, Theories, and Methods
    10:00–10:15 Coffee Break
    10:15–11:00 Goal Setting: Identifying Personal Needs and Goals for Participants and Their Students
    11:00–12:00 Participant Presentations: Sharing Information About Their Schools
    12:00–13:00 Exploring the Framework of Positive Psychology: Pleasant Life, Good Life, Flow, Flourishing, Strengths & Virtues
    13:00–14:00 Wrap-Up: Aligning Goals and Expectations

  • 9:00–9:30 Introduction to Positive Education: Integrating Positive Psychology into Educational Settings
    9:30–10:00 Application of Positive Psychology: Addressing Challenges Faced by Students, Teachers, and Families
    10:00–10:15 Coffee Break
    10:15–11:00 The Healthy Mind: Understanding the Importance of Mental Well-Being
    11:00–12:00 Experience Sharing: Discussing Challenges in Education and Solutions Through Positive Psychology
    12:00–13:00 Interactive Discussion: Real-Life Applications of Positive Psychology in Schools
    13:00–14:00 Reflection and Q&A

  • 9:00–9:30 Designing a Positive Education Program: Exploring Core Concepts
    9:30–10:00 Strengths and Virtues Exploration, Part 1 (Group Work)
    10:00–10:15 Coffee Break
    10:15–11:00 Collaborative Brainstorming: Translating Strengths and Virtues into Educational Activities
    11:00–12:00 Hands-On Program Design: Initial Framework Development
    12:00–13:00 Refinement and Feedback: Peer Review of Program Designs
    13:00–14:00 Wrap-Up: Identifying Key Elements for Success

  • 9:00–9:30 Strengths and Virtues Exploration, Part 2: Deepening Insights
    9:30–10:00 Introduction to Mindfulness in Education: Benefits for Students and Teachers
    10:00–10:15 Coffee Break
    10:15–11:00 Hands-On Project Work: Designing Personalized Positive Education Programs
    11:00–12:00 Mindfulness Techniques for Educators and Students: Practical Applications
    12:00–13:00 Developing Mindfulness Components Within Positive Education Programs
    13:00–14:00 Reflection: Incorporating Mindfulness Into Everyday Educational Practice

  • 9:00–9:30 The Positive Teacher: Embodying the Principles of Positive Psychology
    9:30–10:00 Self-Reflection Activities: Enhancing Personal Practices for Positive Education
    10:00–10:15 Coffee Break
    10:15–11:00 Personal Project Work: Refining and Developing Positive Education Projects
    11:00–12:00 Interactive Feedback Session: Sharing Personal Project Progress
    12:00–13:00 Reflection and Next Steps: Sustaining Positive Education in Practice
    13:00–14:00 Closing Discussion: Lessons Learned and Future Plans

  • 9:00–9:30 Course Evaluation: Review of Acquired Competencies and Key Takeaways
    9:30–10:00 Feedback Session: Participant Insights and Suggestions for Future Improvement
    10:00–10:15 Coffee Break
    10:15–11:00 Certificate of Attendance: Awarding and Celebrating Achievements
    11:00–12:00 Excursion: Cultural Activities to Enhance Learning and Reflection
    12:00–13:00 Reflective Discussion: Connecting Cultural Experiences to Positive Psychology
    13:00–14:00 Closing Ceremony and Final Reflections

RESULTS

  • Develop a deeper understanding of their own emotional and mental processes through self-reflection and mindfulness practices, enabling them to model emotional intelligence for their students.

  • Be empowered to create supportive, inclusive, and positive classroom environments where students feel safe, valued, and motivated to learn and grow.

  • Gain the skills to cultivate positive emotions, engagement, and meaningful relationships in their classrooms, ensuring students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

  • Achieve a balanced approach to teaching that prioritizes both academic performance and the holistic development of students, preparing them for future success and well-being. 

Course Format

  • One-week length: two weeks or other formats are available on request.

  • 4-5 hours per day: from Monday to Friday, with excursions planned during the training.

  • Fully fundable: Meeting the Erasmus+ KA1 budget criteria.

  • Flexible: change courses, locations, or dates without fees

Audience and requirements

Courses are structured around the collective sharing of participants’ experiences, therefore all courses are in English. For participants with a very low English level, we advised to come with a translator in the team.

We provide tailored courses for school roles like teachers, principals, and staff, as well as for different levels of IT skills. Our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of professionals such as adult educators, language teachers, youth workers, and social workers, ensuring they have a meaningful impact in education and social work.

€80/ day

Our services include:

✔ Infopack about the location

✔ Pre-arrival information.

✔ Tuition & training materials.

✔ Coffee break.

✔ Training Certificate.

✔Europass Certificate.

✔ Admin & organisational costs.

Additional Services:

✔ Accommodation options, including hotels and self-catering apartments

✔ Half-day and full-day trips

✔ Cultural experiences and local activities

✔ Airport transfer services

✔ Local transportation arrangements

Our Pricing:

100% funded by the Erasmus Plus Program

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