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Further development and expansion of online training for leaders

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Further development and expansion of online training for leaders

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Online training course for leaders can be further developed adapted and expanded.
The already created online training (with focus on group/workcamp leaders) can be used as starting point.

IBG, Germany

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Virtual exchange and e-learning cannot replace real encounters and seminars. However, digital offers can complement international youth work in a very useful way and create new access opportunities. That's why we exchanged experiences with other work camp organizations from 2020 to 2022 as part of the Erasmus+ funded strategic partnership 'ProPaD - Progress on the Path of Digitalisation' and jointly developed ideas for digital training and project alternatives.

About the project

As a voluntary service organization, we face various challenges that have been exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic. From spring 2020, we often had to switch to virtual alternatives. This wasn't always a disadvantage - for many volunteers it can even be easier to attend a digital training or camp.

In the project ProPaD' we have focused on three aspects:

Intellectual Output 1 (IO1): We have developed an e-learning course that can be used as a blended learning format as training for group leaders and team leaders in international workcamps and volunteering teams.

Intellectual Output 2 (IO2): In addition to the basic training for future group leaders, we have developed an in-depth module on inclusion in international projects and an in-depth module on interculturality.

All online modules can be used intuitively without any special technical knowledge or previous experience and are available to all workcamp organizations. We recommend using a blended learning format that combines the e-learning modules with live meetings. Find more information and an exemplary training concept here.

Intellectual Output 3 (IO3): Together with our partners, we collected and reflected on the experiences with virtual volunteer projects that were organized in our international network during the pandemic. This resulted in an 'online library' in which project examples and empirical values ​​can be found.

IO1: e-learning Course

In this module, an overview of an international workcamp and the tasks as a group leader are presented.

This module is all about group dynamics: How can the group leader work with and within the international group to become a strong team and have a great time together?

In this module we take a look at possible conflicts that a camp leader can encounter in the international group and work out how different conflicts and challenging situations can be managed during a workcamp.

The aim of this module is to prepare group leaders to prevent accidents or crises during a workcamp and to react to them if necessary.

In this module, basic principles and models of communication are presented and their application in workcamp situations, which are predestined for misunderstandings, are discussed.

In this module, group leaders are invited to reflect on an aspect that touches all elements of international exchange: power and our actions for social justice.

IO2: Advanced Modules

This module is about the concept of "Social Inclusion" and what that means in relation to international volunteer projects, especially international workcamps.

What makes us both unique and similar as human beings? This module deals with the topic of interculturality in various practical exercises.

IO3: Online Library 'Virtual Volunteering Projects'

How can international volunteer work be integrated into virtual projects and how can such a project be tied to a real project location? In the Online Library we have collected examples of virtual volunteering projects from our network.

Partners

We would like to thank our international partners who have designed 'ProPaD' with us:

We are at your disposal for more information about the project: projekte@ibg-workcamps.org

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Virtual exchange and e-learning cannot replace real encounters and seminars. However, digital offers can complement international youth work in a very useful way and create new access opportunities. That's why we exchanged experiences with other work camp organizations from 2020 to 2022 as part of the Erasmus+ funded strategic partnership 'ProPaD - Progress on the Path of Digitalisation' and jointly developed ideas for digital training and project alternatives.

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Production of short videos on the benefits of inclusion in international volunteering projects.
Professional video creator visits suitable projects (workcamp, volunteering team or long term ESC project) for a day and conducts interviews with different acteurs (volunteers, leaders, local hosts)
Projects of several members of the network could be included.
Outcome: up to 3 short videos for different target audience:
- (future) volunteers with fewer opportunities: showcase that volunteering is possible and benefitial
- (future) leaders: working with an inclusive group is a positive experience and doable challenge
- local hosts: working with an inclusive group is an enrichment and valuable learning opportunity for everyone

IBG, Germany
(we did such a video project this year, but on the topic of environmetal sustainability. The video outcomes are not yet publicly available, but we'll share the links as soon as possible)

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Symposium with and for (potential) local hosts

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Symposium with and for (potential) local hosts

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Organize a symposium (national or international) for the target group of local hosts in order to exchange good practices in inclusive hosting of volunteers and motivate more hosts to take on the challenge.

IBG, Germany

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Develop a set of training activities to answer network members needs

ESTYES, Estonia

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To collect evidence of successful projects and practices to present broader public by means of short video, through social media channels, etc.

ESTYES, Estonia

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webinar cycle to go deeper in the knowledge of the partner organizations. A webinar about each organization, going deeper in their activities, their team, their territory, their public, the young people they work with, their partners. Each organization could also choose to approach a specific focus ( target group, relationship with partners and local authorities, etc..)

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webinar cycle to go deeper in the knowledge of the partner organizations. A webinar about each organization, going deeper in their activities, their team, their territory, their public, the young people they work with, their partners. Each organization could also choose to approach a specific focus ( target group, relationship with partners and local authorities, etc..)

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Networking and partnership with other stakeholders

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Networking and partnership with other stakeholders

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Partnership building activity with the organisations working directy with our target groups. Can be organised on national as well as international level - perhaps two steps.

ESTYES, Estonia

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Professional training as a program of job shadowing mobilities: visiting the/some partners  organizations; observing how they work, meeting their partners, their target group, peer learning...

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Professional training as a program of job shadowing mobilities: visiting the/some partners  organizations; observing how they work, meeting their partners, their target group, peer learning...

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TC- how to make young leaders be more inclusive

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TC- how to make young leaders be more inclusive

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Training Course to make young leaders experience real inclusive approach, thanks to NFL; sharing of tools, good practise;
- a young leader can be a mentor, a young person active in local workshops, a future teacher, ex-ESC volunteer, ect.

Link, Italy

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One-two network physical meetings every year to build up network strategy, reflect of projects, share expereinces, plan new activities, involve new members to the network, etc.

ESTYES, Estonia

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Awareness-raising, information, dissemination and promotion activities (seminars, workshops, campaigns, meeting…) on EU policy priorities in the field of youth and on Eufunding instruments (EU program…)

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Awareness-raising, information, dissemination and promotion activities (seminars, workshops, campaigns, meeting…) on EU policy priorities in the field of youth and on Eufunding instruments (EU program…)

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Example : campaign on inclusive activities

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In April, the Perkins School for the Blind launched a brand new social media and public relations campaign to promote the inclusion of those who are blind and have low vision. The campaign, Blind New World follows a nation-wide survey conducted by the school that "revealed the four barriers to blind inclusion: discomfort, pity, fear and stigma." The study also found that 80 percent of respondents feel sorry for those who are blind, 74 percent believe they could not be happy if they lost their sight and more than half don't feel comfortable when in the presence of someone who is blind.

Ironically, campaign advocates insist that thanks to educational opportunities and technological advances, "there has never been a better time to be blind." According to Blind New World, "The biggest obstacle isn't blindness. It's a world that can't see beyond it."

Inspired by Corinne Grousbeck, chair of the Perkins School's board and the mother of a student at the school, the campaign aims to "break the barriers to inclusion and connection, and to prepare the world to embrace today's highly capable blind population."

Enabling Devices offers a wide range of toys, adaptable technologies and other tools to help children and adults with blindness, low vision or complex sensory and communication needs to be fully engaged in the world. Here are some of our most popular products:

Specially designed for the visually impaired, this activity center teaches cause and effect, provides tactile stimulation, encourages physical movement, improves auditory memory, teaches sequencing, color and shape recognition and plays music. This learning toy can be used in games such as I Spy, Simon Says, Seek and Find and Memory Game.

Teach blind or visually impaired learners to recognize, match and name shapes using eight colorful tactile pieces with braille markings. This toy also teaches hand-eye coordination, fine motor and perceptive skills.

Ideal for people who are totally blind or dual sensory impaired. This communicator stores six messages on six levels for a total of 36 six-second messages. The user can touch one of six removable tactile symbols to communicate his needs. Included are tactile symbols that alert caregivers or therapists when the user needs to use the bathroom, is hungry, thirsty, finished or when something is wrong.

This bestselling item helps users to communicate through their recognition of texture. With six levels for a total of 36 seven-second messages, this communicator also has adjustable activation time.

This switch uses bright yellow lights, vibration and music to help those with low vision find it.

Your child will be busy all day long playing games like chess, tic tac toe, UNO Monopoly, Scrabble and more!

The whole kit and caboodle includes toys, games, learning tools, communicators and switches

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In April, the Perkins School for the Blind launched a brand new social media and public relations campaign to promote the inclusion of those who are blind and have low vision. The campaign, Blind New World follows a nation-wide survey conducted by the school that "revealed the four barriers to blind inclusion: discomfort, pity, fear and stigma."

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Capacity-building for the member organisations, including peer learning, training, advisory, guidance and coaching activities to improve the effectiveness of policy actions

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Capacity-building for the member organisations, including peer learning, training, advisory, guidance and coaching activities to improve the effectiveness of policy actions

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Example : a training for professional to increase youth participation in democratic life (in NGO)

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Please find below the 2023-2024 Erasmus Training Courses database tailored to meet the needs of school, university and adult education staff both teaching and non-teaching staff. Every year we introduce new courses based on innovative education trends and teachers' feedback. The2023-2024 Erasmus Training Courses database includes 35 courses for teachers and education staff eligible for Erasmus plus KA1 funding about classroom management and soft skills, ICT and new technologies, inclusion and diversity, innovative teaching methods, languages, Erasmus plus and preschool teaching methods.
We always personalize the working methods and the training programme based on the participants thus ensuring that the competences learned are relevant and applicable to real educational contexts and to teaching. The Erasmus Training Courses are highly pragmatic and interactive with innovative and practice-driven content, offering the opportunity to develop new skills together with fellow European teachers and education staff. Our methodology is based upon experiential training, group activities, cooperative learning, simulation and best practices' exchange and we make extensive use of real examples, case studies and visits to local schools.
All the Erasmus Training Courses are designed to be eligible and fully funded by Erasmus plus KA1 (KA121 and KA122). Teachers, trainers, headmasters and any other staff of education organizations are eligible to receive an Erasmus+ KA1 grant covering all the costs including travel, board and lodging and course fee. The Erasmus Training Courses take place in 3 beautiful locations ( Bologna and Palermo in Italy, Tenerife in Spain) and with nearly 200 sessions we fully cover the year. Moreover for groups of at least 6-8 participants we can also organize a personalized session in the language, topic and location that suit you the best.
We put a special emphasis on the social and cultural dimension of our courses. We are in love with our culture and we're glad to offer foreigners the opportunity to get a taste of it. Beside the training activities, for the participants interested to discover our artistic heritage and traditions, we organize cultural and recreational activities. Upon request, we organize guided tours to some of the most beautiful Italian cities and Tenerife attractions.
You can download here the Erasmus Training Course catalogue in pdf.

News: a wider training offer for preschool teachers! ​

We are very glad to announce that starting from 2023 ELA will increase the number of Erasmus Plus teacher training courses targeted to preschool teachers ! Besides our well-known training on the best methods for preschool teachers, we have designed a course for teachers interested in gaining an overview of the best innovative teaching methods for preschoolers and for those interested in integrating outdoor education in their preschools. An initiative developed in response to the numerous requests for increased options for preschool teachers! Are you curious to know which course is more suitable for you? Have a look at the new preschool training offer!

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2023 - 2024 Teacher Training Courses Database | Erasmus Plus KA1

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Take a look at the Erasmus Training Courses 2023 - 2024 database tailored for teachers, school and adult education staff fundable by Erasmus plus key action 1 (KA1)

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Initiatives and events for developping the membership of the EU-wide network

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Initiatives and events for developping the membership of the EU-wide network

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Example : an annual meeting to build WTI strategy, to reflect on last projects...

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The Erasmus Generation Meeting (EGM) is the biggest conference where the Erasmus Generation meets to learn and discuss the future of mobility in Europe and beyond.

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Exchanges of experience and good practice, networking and partnerships with other skateholders

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Exchanges of experience and good practice, networking and partnerships with other skateholders

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Example : seminar on accompyment process related to the participation of young people in short term ESC project

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Digital inclusion coalitions are increasingly being recognized as a key element of communities' digital inclusion ecosystems. Back in 2017, NDIA published the first Digital Inclusion Coalition Guidebook, reflecting lessons learned from six established community-wide digital inclusion coalitions.

Today we are pleased to launch an updated edition of the Digital Inclusion Coalition Guidebook . Over the past five years, the digital inclusion field has evolved dramatically, and the number and diversity of community-wide place-based coalitions has expanded to keep pace.

The updated guidebook was developed with the input and accumulated experiences of 23 coalitions, at various stages of development, from communities around the country.

Formed in partnership between community anchor organizations, advocates, and digital inclusion practitioners, digital inclusion coalitions strive to develop models and structures to fit their community's unique needs and reality. Digital inclusion coalitions are living organizations that continually adapt and connect people around the shared goal of supporting and growing their community's digital inclusion programs, policies, and organizations.

The new Digital Inclusion Coalition Guidebook provides an in-depth look at successful models and recurring themes across coalitions, accompanied by best practices, lessons learned, and specific recommendations from the field. Some of the key themes covered in the guidebook include:

how coalitions form and are structured

keys to successful coalition operations

ways coalitions adapt over time to maintain effectiveness and sustainability

The guidebook is intended for individuals and organizations who are committed to advancing digital equity in their community and who recognize the value of coalitions in achieving that goal. Whether you are exploring the possibility of forming a coalition in your community, or you are part of an established coalition looking to refine your approach, we encourage you to explore the guidebook and hope it will be a valuable resource in your digital inclusion work.

The updated Digital Inclusion Coalitions Guidebook was made possible thanks to support from Schmidt Futures , a philanthropic initiative founded by Eric and Wendy Schmidt. NDIA is proud to make materials like this guidebook available for free to our whole community.

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NDIA Publishes New Digital Inclusion Coalition Guidebook - National Digital Inclusion Alliance

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Digital inclusion coalitions are increasingly being recognized as a key element of communities' digital inclusion ecosystems. Back in 2017, NDIA published the first Digital Inclusion Coalition Guidebook, reflecting lessons learned from six established community-wide digital inclusion coalitions. Today we are pleased to launch an updated edition of the Digital Inclusion Coalition Guidebook .