Through a hands-on, experience-based methodology and an international collaborative environment, participants will acquire the skills and competencies:

- To understand the complex causes of student disengagement and how to address them effectively
- To gain practical tools for enhancing motivation, inclusion, and emotional well-being
- To learn how to design flexible learning environments that support autonomy and participation
- To strengthen collaboration with colleagues, school leaders, families, and external stakeholders
- To develop data-informed strategies for continuous improvement and impact assessment
- To engage in interactive learning with peers in an international and collaborative environment

The course is hosted in the beautiful city of Florence and combines professional development with international networking, offering participants the opportunity to return to their institutions equipped with new competences and a forward-looking approach to education.

Enrol now and become an agent of innovation in your school, university, adult education or training centre.

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TBA 

This course is designed for professionals involved in education, training, and school leadership, including:

- Teachers and trainers in schools and VET (Vocational Education and Training) Institutions
- Educators
- School cunsellors
- Headmasters and school leaders
- University staff and researchers in education sciences and pedagogy
- Project managers and coordinators involved in Erasmus+ and similar initiatives

Participants completing the course will be able to:

• Design and implement individualised learning strategies that promote inclusion
Gain the ability to create effective Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs) and apply Differentiated Instruction techniques that address diverse student needs. Learn to tailor teaching approaches to support personalised learning and ensure all students remain engaged and motivated.

• Identify early signs of distress and respond with targeted support
Learn how to recognise behavioural, emotional, or academic indicators of student disengagement. Acquire practical strategies to intervene promptly and provide appropriate, supportive responses that prevent escalation and school withdrawal.

• Promote equity and emotional well-being in the learning environment
Understand how to mitigate the impact of socioeconomic disparities and social isolation. Gain tools to enhance emotional intelligence, foster empathy among students, and introduce mindfulness-based practices that support stress management and emotional regulation.

• Create flexible and motivating learning environments
Develop the capacity to structure classrooms that encourage autonomy, collaboration, and self-directed learning. Learn to design engaging activities that empower students to take ownership of their learning process and stay connected to their educational journey.

• Foster effective collaboration among educators, school leaders, and families
Acquire techniques to build strong communication networks within the school community. Learn how to coordinate multidisciplinary interventions and share insights across professional roles to support students at risk of disengagement.

• Develop sustainable strategies to promote school-wide well-being
Master the tools to plan and evaluate long-term initiatives that support student inclusion and well-being. Learn how to use feedback and data to measure impact, guide continuous improvement, and embed a culture of care and engagement within your institution.

Module 1: Enhancing Individual Support and Recognising Student Distress
- Strategies for increasing the effectiveness of Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs)
- Adapting Differentiated Instruction to meet diverse learning needs
- Recognising early signs of student distress
- Implementing immediate and targeted support strategies
- Practical activity: Group work - Participants design an improved Individualized Learning Plan based on a real or hypothetical student case, incorporating strategies for both differentiation and early intervention.

Module 2: Promoting Equity and Emotional Development
- Addressing social isolation and socioeconomic disparities
- Improving equitable access to resources, support, and extracurricular opportunities
- Developing students’ emotional intelligence and promoting empathy
- Introducing mindfulness techniques to support stress management
- Practical activity: Simulation – Role-play classroom and family interactions to explore barriers to access and apply mindfulness techniques for stress management.

Module 3: Fostering Flexible and Engaging Learning Environments
- Creating learning environments that support independent and collaborative work
- Promoting self-directed learning through flexible classroom approaches
- Designing engaging tasks to enhance motivation and student autonomy
- Practical activity: Group project – Teams design a flexible learning unit that includes independent tasks, collaborative components, and student choice elements.

Module 4: Building Collaborative Support Networks
- Enhancing collaboration among teachers, school leaders, counsellors, and families
- Creating effective communication channels for sharing insights on student progress
- Planning multidisciplinary interventions to support students at risk
- Practical activity: Group work – Participants analyse the case of a student at risk and collaboratively define a support plan, including objectives, timeline, and responsibilities.

Module 5: Strengthening Interdisciplinary and School-Family Communication
- Fostering interdisciplinary dialogue between teachers, students, and families
- Designing inclusive school events and learning experiences that promote interaction
- Utilising communication tools to keep families involved in student learning
- Practical activity: Role-play – Simulate a parent-teacher-student meeting to identify and address disengagement signals and define shared goals.

Module 6: Sustaining Well-Being and Measuring Impact
- Promoting a sustainable culture of student well-being
- Implementing continuous improvement initiatives
- Using data and feedback to assess the long-term impact of inclusion and motivation programmes
- Practical activity: Design Lab – Participants design a year-long action Building a Well-Being Action Plan to promote student well-being.

The course applies a learning-by-doing approach, emphasising active participation, group-based learning, and hands-on experiences. All modules are paired with practical simulations or cooperative activities allowing participants to translate theoretical knowledge into usable strategies. The environment is international and collaborative, encouraging exchange of practices and mutual learning.

• Duration: 6 days (Monday to Saturday)
• Schedule: 5 hours/day
• Location: Florence, Italy or online

The course also includes:

• Study visits to local schools to explore real-world applications
• Meetings with local educators to exchange views on common challenges
• A guided walking tour of Florence
• Optional cultural visits in Tuscany (available upon request)

 At the end of the course, participants will receive:

• Participation Certificate detailing the programme and outcomes achieved
• Europass Mobility Certificate (issued by Erasmus+ National Agencies) certifying the competences gained during the course

The enrollment fee to attend the International Seminar in European Project Planning is 640 euro per person*

* A 25% discount is applied to individuals enrolling in the online course and to groups of at least 6 people enrolling in the onsite course (480 Euro per person).

 Choose from several packages to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable:

Single Participant in Single Room
• Half Board (7 nights + 6 buffet lunches): €1150
• Bed & Breakfast (7 nights): €1050
• Lunches only: €100

Two Participants Sharing a Double Room (per person)
• Half Board (7 nights + 6 buffet lunches): €1050
• Bed & Breakfast (7 nights): €850
• Lunches only: €100

Packages are optional and can be tailored for individuals or groups from the same institution.