Inclusive ºìÌÒÊÓƵing Spaces
This course is designed to equip teachers and librarians with practical strategies to create and manage inclusive learning spaces. The focus will be on fostering environments that accommodate diverse learners, promote equity, and address well-being, accessibility, and engagement. The sessions will combine theory, practical activities, and reflection. Locations: Oodi, Helsinki University and school
Description
Session 1: Introduction to Inclusive ºìÌÒÊÓƵing Spaces: Define inclusivity in education; understand key principles.
Session 2: Creating inclusive learning spaces
Session 3: Diverse collection development to enhance well-being
Session 4: Exploring Good Practice Examples (Asian, Finnish and Swedish experiences)
Session 5: Inclusice Leadership practices in learning spaces that promote collaboration, comfort, and accessibility by incorporating flexible seating arrangements and adaptable layouts for diverse learning needs.
Session 9: Actions for Inclusion: fostering diversity in school
Session 10: Educational visit (Helsinki Central Library Oodi, Helsinki University, Finnish schools and other public inclusive learning spaces).
ºìÌÒÊÓƵing objectives
To define inclusivity in education and to understand key principles.
To explore different types of learner diversity (cognitive, cultural, linguistic, physical).
To design and organize physical spaces that promote collaboration, comfort, and accessibility by incorporating flexible seating arrangements and adaptable layouts for diverse learning needs.
To promote cultural awareness and inclusion in teaching and library practices.
To plan and create inclusive events and programs.
To integrate SEL strategies into inclusive learning spaces.
To empower students through choice and self-directed learning.
To address multilingualism and language diversity in learning spaces and design a translanguaging strategy.
To implement positive behavior management strategies.
To join and collaborate in intercultural and international environment.
Methodology & assessment
* Theoretical introduction to the field of designing inclusive learning spaces.
* Analysis of best and poor practice examples.
* Site visits and observations in schools and public libraries.
* Hands-on workshops.
* Group discussions and one-on-one consultations.
Materials, digital tools & other learning resources
It will be sent to registered participants.
Certification details
Certificate and Europass Mobility Document.
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:600Euro
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Course package content:
Meeting rooms, guided tours, course materials, snacks, a course certificate and the Europass Mobility Document.
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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:
Please, contact the organizer. The course scheduled for 2026 will be held in Istanbul.
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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)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:TeacherHead Teacher / PrincipalLibrarian
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ºìÌÒÊÓƵing time:25 hours or more
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