Inclusion and diversity

Multiculturalism in classrooms

A five-day course on creating a multicultural environment in schools and helping international students integrate. It covers cultural patterns and stereotypes, the emotional side of integration, inclusive pedagogy and cooperation with the local community, with a study visit to a Portuguese school recognised for good practice and an introduction to coaching.

5 days
Certificate of attendance
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Who it is for

Teacher trainers, careers officers, educational guides and counsellors
Headteachers, principals and managers of schools and organisations

What you will learn

Gain the knowledge and skills to create a multicultural environment in their organisation
Understand different cultures and learn how to change stereotypes
Understand the role of teachers and schools in encouraging a multicultural learning environment
Get to know a programme for the successful integration of international students

By the end of the course, you will be able to

Recognise cultural patterns and stereotypes in their own school
Support international students and their families through integration
Use inclusive pedagogy tools in class and school activities
Apply coaching approaches with international students

Programme, day by day

Day 1Opening and cultural patterns

Introductory meeting: practical arrangements, timetable and venue
Icebreakers and introduction to the course
Sharing experiences and good practices in integrating international students
The "cultural backpack": becoming aware of cultural patterns
Experiential workshop: understanding the perspective of others in communication

Day 2Supporting international students

The emotional and psychological distress of integrating into a new environment
Responding to the needs of international students and supporting their families
Presentation of a programme for the successful integration of international students

Day 3Good practice and inclusive pedagogy

Half-day study visit to a Portuguese school known for encouraging multiculturalism and integration
Guidelines for the integration of international students
Inclusive pedagogy: the concept, how it works, obstacles and benefits
Tools and exercises to include international students in class and school activities
Cooperation with the local community (NGOs, institutions, associations) to strengthen children's talents

Day 4An active school community

Empowering international students to take part in school and local life
A supportive, multicultural school environment
Key learning points and feedback through a creativity technique
Planning follow-up, dissemination and use of the learning outcomes

Day 5Coaching in education

Introduction to coaching in education
Coaching practice and experiences with international students
Creating a climate for coaching; teachers’ and students’ learning
Final workshop
Certificates ceremony

How the course runs

Predominantly active methodology
Case studies and practical examples
Group work
Activities built around the participants' personal and professional interests

Certificate of Attendance, issued by BragaMob, and Europass Mobility, issued by your school and completed with us. Accommodation, meals, transfers and cultural integration activities can be added to the course: your quote lists each service you choose. Dates on request.

Inclusion and diversity