Audience:
Teachers of primary schools, secondary schools and vocational schools
Adult education teachers
Teacher trainers
Head teachers
Careers officers and counselors
Managers of schools/ organizations offering vocational education or adult education
Course description:
In today's rapidly changing educational landscape, creating safe and inclusive school environments is paramount for the well-being and academic success of students. Bullying and violence can have profound, long-lasting effects on both victims and perpetrators, making it crucial for educators to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to prevent and address these issues effectively. The course is designed to empower teachers with the tools and strategies needed to combat bullying and violence, fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and understanding in the classroom and beyond.
Learning Outcomes:
The course will help participants to:
● recognize the warning signs and indicators of bullying and violence
● increase their knowledge regarding practical approaches for incorporating conflict management into the curriculum-to recognize the warning signs and indicators of bullying and violence
●develop effective and practical communication tools for better school relations and community building
● learn how to organize activities that foster emotional and social intelligence
● develop effective conflict resolution skills to address disputes and conflicts in nonviolent ways
● promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and kindness online and offline
● develop action plans for creating safe, inclusive, and respectful environments in schools, workplaces, and communities
Course Highlights:
Understanding Bullying and Violence:
● Explore the various forms of bullying and violence, including physical, verbal, and cyberbullying.
● Analyze the psychological, emotional, and social impact of these behaviors on students.
Root Causes and Risk Factors:
● Identify the underlying causes and risk factors contributing to bullying and violence in educational settings.
● Examine the role of social media, peer pressure, and home environments in perpetuating these issues
Building a Safe and Inclusive Classroom:
● Learn strategies for creating a welcoming and safe classroom environment that promotes tolerance and diversity.
● Develop effective communication and conflict resolution skills to prevent and address issues as they arise.
Prevention and Intervention:
● Implement evidence-based prevention strategies and programs tailored to your classroom and school.
● Discover best practices for intervening in bullying and violence situations while ensuring the well-being of all involved.
Empathy and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL):
● Explore the importance of empathy and SEL in preventing bullying and violence.
● Learn how to incorporate SEL into your teaching to cultivate emotional intelligence and empathy in students.
Parent and Community Engagement:
● Understand the significance of involving parents and the community in anti-bullying and violence prevention efforts.
● Develop strategies for effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
Training agenda:
This is a standard indicative training agenda. The course will be personalized according to participants’ needs and professional profiles.
Day 1 - An Overview of the Course and Strategies for Preventing Bullying and Violence
Foster understanding of the culture and mentality of the host country.
Introduction to Bullying and Violence
Outdoor journaling
Day 2 – Awareness and Prevention: Exploring Bullying and Violence
Understanding Bullying and Violence
Identifying Warning Signs
Reflection activity: checking in with yourself
Day 3 – Empowering Safe Environments: Strategies for Bullying Prevention and Effective Communication
Preventing Bullying and Violence
Effective Communication
Day 4 – Digital Safety and Empowerment: Tackling Cyberbullying, Prevention, and Online Privacy
Cyberbullying and Online Safety
Cyberbullying: Prevention
Online Privacy and Security
Day 5 – Fostering a Bully-Free Culture: Course Conclusion and Recognition
Building a Bully-Free Culture
Examples of best practices in education
Course Round Up and Final Evaluation
Validation of the learning outcomes & Certificate Ceremony
