Environmental Education: Nature, Sustainability & Climate Action
In the face of growing environmental challenges, education plays a crucial role in shaping a more sustainable and conscious future. This course is designed to equip teachers and educators with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration needed to integrate environmental awareness into their teaching. This course connects learners with the natural world.
Description
Environmental Education: Nature, Sustainability & Climate Action is a practical and inspiring training course designed for teachers who want to bring environmental topics to life in their classrooms. The course explores key themes such as biodiversity, climate change, circular economy, and sustainable living, while emphasizing hands-on, nature-based learning. Participants will discover innovative teaching strategies that connect students with real-world environmental challenges and empower them to become active global citizens. The course promotes outdoor education, critical thinking, and eco-friendly practices that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through collaboration, reflection, and action-oriented projects, teachers will gain the skills and confidence to foster environmental responsibility, curiosity, and climate awareness in their students.
ºìÌÒÊÓƵing objectives
- *To understand the principles of environmental education and its role in promoting sustainability and climate action.
- *To explore key environmental topics such as biodiversity, climate change, and sustainable living in an educational context.
- *To develop strategies for integrating nature-based and outdoor learning into the school curriculum.
- *To foster students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and active citizenship through environmental projects and activities.
- *To apply interdisciplinary teaching methods that connect science, geography, social studies, and the arts with environmental themes.
- *To strengthen teachers’ ability to inspire eco-friendly behaviors and climate responsibility among young learners.
- *To design inclusive, action-oriented lesson plans and projects that support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Methodology & assessment
Assessment will be formative and continuous, focusing on participation, collaboration, and the practical application of skills. Participants' learning will be assessed through their involvement in group tasks, contributions during discussions, development of sample lesson plans or projects, and reflective journals. Trai
Materials, digital tools & other learning resources
Participants will use practical worksheets, outdoor activity guides, and sustainability-focused resources to support learning. Interactive digital platforms will enhance collaboration and creativity. A curated resource pack with sample lessons, project ideas, and climate action materials will help participants apply environmental education effectively in their classrooms.
Certification details
Participants will receive a detailed Certificate of Attendance including their full name,names of the sender and host organisations, instructor name/names,course title, dates, total hour of instruction and location. The certificate will also feature a brief description highlighting the key topics covered during the course.
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:400Euro
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Course package content:
The course package includes daily workshop handouts, tool guides, storyboarding templates, access to all presentation slides, and a resource library of storytelling samples and lesson ideas. Participants will also receive digital badges and a Certificate of Attendance featuring their name, course title, location, dates, and a short description of the course topic. These materials are designed to support continued practice and implementation after the course ends.
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Additional information:Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
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Cancellation & changes:
Participants may request date/participant changes free of charge, subject to course availability and prior notification. Cancellations should be communicated in writing, allowing sufficient notice for adjustments. In case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure), the course organizer reserves the right to modify dates, format, or location to ensure participants' safety and convenience. Participants will be promptly informed of any such changes, and flexible solutions, including rescheduling.
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Additional information:The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Post-secondary non-tertiary education (ISCED 4)
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Target audience type:TeacherTeacher EducatorNot-for-profit / NGO staff
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ºìÌÒÊÓƵing time:25 hours or more
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