Blended Course of Mindful Nature

Overview

The Blended Course of Mindful Nature is a comprehensive workshop designed to equip teachers and staff with the skills and knowledge to integrate mindfulness and nature-based learning into their educational practices. This five-day workshop will bring together 18 participants, including 10 staff/teachers from Portugal, 4 from Cyprus, and 4 from Greece. The course will blend experiential and online learning to provide in-depth training and develop educational resources.

Objectives

• In-depth Teacher Training: Provide thorough training on Mindful Nature principles and practices.
• Blended Learning: Combine experiential outdoor activities with online modules to maximize learning outcomes.
• Resource Development: Create and disseminate educational materials and resources in three languages.
• Network Utilization: Integrate course materials into the Educational Network for broader accessibility.

Program Structure

Location: The workshop will take place over five days, with a mix of in-person and online sessions.

Duration: 5 days

Participants:

• Staff/Teachers from Portugal: 10
• Staff/Teachers from Cyprus: 4
• Staff/Teachers from Greece: 4

Activities:

• Workshops on mindfulness techniques and their application in educational settings.
• Outdoor activities to experience Mindful Nature practices firsthand.
• Online modules focusing on the theoretical aspects and best practices of Mindful Nature education.
• Collaborative sessions for designing and refining educational materials.