In today’s world, schools face growing challenges related to social tensions, exclusion, bullying, discrimination, cultural diversity, and global crises. Therefore, peace education has become one of the key priorities in modern education. Teachers and schools increasingly need practical strategies that promote inclusion, empathy, dialogue, and emotional safety in the classroom.
This Erasmus+ peace education course for teachers explores how peace education can be integrated into everyday teaching practice through modern, student-centred methodologies. Instead of treating peace education as a separate subject, the course demonstrates how its principles can naturally become part of classroom activities, school culture, and curriculum design across different subjects.
The course combines innovative educational approaches such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL), inclusive education, social and emotional learning, and constructivist teaching methods. Diversity is treated as a strength, while teaching strategies are adapted to different learning styles, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.
Moreover, participants learn how to create safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments that foster communication, empathy, democratic values, and conflict resolution skills. Through practical workshops, storytelling, collaborative learning, Photovoice, and outdoor education, teachers gain ready-to-use materials and strategies for implementing peace education in schools.
As a result, participants leave the course with practical tools to support wellbeing, inclusion, intercultural understanding, and peaceful school communities in everyday educational practice.
Marta Margiel
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Target Audience
Kindergarten teachers, pre-school teachers, primary school teachers, secondary school teachers, adult education providers, head teachers, deputy heads, future head teachers, trainers, VET teachers, councilors, librarians, researchers, NGO workers, volunteers serving in the education sector, as well as university professors and lecturers.
Learning time: 7 days/ 25 hours or more
Language used for the training: English.
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05.07.2026 – 11.07.2026 CONFIRMED
Our courses in Portugal are run in collaboration with:
TEATRO METAPHORA – ASSOCIACAO DE AMIGOS DAS ARTES
OID E10136804
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2026: € 560 per person / 7 days
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Learning objectives
This Erasmus+ peace education course for teachers helps educators create inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environments through innovative teaching methods and conflict resolution strategies.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
🕊️ Understand Peace Education in Modern Schools
- understand the principles and methodologies of peace education in schools
- explore the role of peace education in addressing social, cultural, and educational challenges
- reflect on the importance of peacebuilding in the school community
🤝 Promote Inclusion, Equality and Diversity
- foster inclusive classrooms based on diversity, equality, and non-discrimination
- develop strategies for preventing racism, bullying, and exclusion
- support intercultural dialogue and democratic participation
💬 Develop Conflict Resolution Skills
- apply practical conflict resolution strategies for schools
- create supportive and emotionally safe learning environments
- strengthen communication and collaboration among students
🎨 Use Innovative Peace Education Methods
- implement storytelling, photovoice, and outdoor learning in peace education
- use creative and participatory methods to increase student engagement
- support social and emotional learning through experiential activities
📚 Integrate Peace Education into Curriculum
- create educational materials and activities promoting peace and inclusion
- integrate peace education concepts across subjects and school projects
- develop key competences related to empathy, responsibility, and civic engagement
Course topics
1️⃣ Foundations of Peace Education
Participants explore:
- principles and methodologies of peace education for teachers
- peace education in the context of modern crises
- the role of schools in building inclusive communities
Moreover, participants reflect on the expectations and challenges of implementing peace education in everyday teaching practice.
2️⃣ Diversity, Inclusion and Equality in Education
This module focuses on:
- diversity and inclusion in schools
- gender equality and cultural diversity
- strategies for inclusive classrooms
- addressing discrimination and social exclusion
In addition, participants work on case studies and collaborative activities supporting inclusive education.
3️⃣ Photovoice and Storytelling in Peace Education
Participants discover innovative methods such as:
- Photovoice methodology
- storytelling and narrative learning
- outdoor and experiential education
The Photovoice method uses photography and visual storytelling to help students express emotions, document experiences, and explore social issues. As a result, it supports critical thinking, empathy, communication, and active participation.
4️⃣ Building Safe and Supportive Schools
Creating emotionally safe schools is essential in modern education.
Participants learn how to:
- use role-play and collaborative activities in peacebuilding
- build supportive classroom environments
- strengthen relationships and trust
- apply practical conflict resolution techniques
5️⃣ Reflection and Curriculum Integration
The final module focuses on implementing peace education strategies in participants’ schools.
Participants:
- create practical action plans for curriculum integration
- reflect on learning outcomes
- develop school-based peace education initiatives
Methodology
This Erasmus+ course for teachers combines theory with practical and experiential learning. Teaching methods include:
- inverted classroom strategy
- workshops and collaborative learning
- scenario-based learning and role-play
- reflective practice and peer exchange
- gallery walk and jigsaw techniques
- outdoor and fresh-air learning
Throughout the course, participants actively engage in interactive sessions, collaborative projects, and creative educational activities.
Learning Experience
Each day includes three engaging sessions focused on practical implementation and active participation. Participants can expect:
- motivating and interactive workshops
- experiential and hands-on learning
- collaborative activities and discussions
- outdoor educational sessions and cultural visits
As a result, participants gain practical tools and confidence to implement peace education in their schools.
Assessment and Ongoing Support
Assessment is continuous and based on:
- active participation in workshops and discussions
- collaborative group activities
- reflective tasks and classroom applications
Participants also receive:
- ongoing support for implementing inclusive and peace-oriented teaching strategies
- evaluation tools to assess the impact of peace education in schools
- access to discussion groups and professional exchange networks
Costs
The 560 EUR fee covers the course tuition, issuing the required Erasmus+ documents, coffee breaks, and a guided tour.
We offer an optional cultural programme in order to provide you with opportunities to explore the wonders of the area. All the details including the destinations and the prices will be sent to the participants two months before the course starts.
Please note:
- Transport to activity sites is subject to an additional fee.
- Group meals are optional and paid separately.
- Accommodation, meals, and other transport arrangements are not included and must be organized by participants or their institutionsovers the course tuition, issuing the required Erasmus+ documents, coffee breaks, and a guided tour.
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