Original Best Practices Benchmarking courses
Immerse yourself in the educational excellence of Finland and Estonia through this comprehensive benchmarking courses. Designed for educators across all school levels, this program offers firsthand insights into the innovative practices that have positioned these countries at the forefront of global education. By engaging directly with schools and experts, you’ll gain practical strategies to enhance teaching and learning within your institution.
What You’ll Learn:
These courses provide a deep dive into the educational frameworks of Finland and Estonia, focusing on their unique approaches to pedagogy, curriculum development, and student engagement. Through interactive sessions and school visits, you will:
- Explore the core principles underpinning Finnish and Estonian education systems.
- Observe innovative teaching methods and classroom environments.
- Understand the integration of technology and digital tools in education.
- Learn about policies promoting equity, inclusivity, and student well-being.
- Develop actionable plans to implement best practices in your own educational context.
Course Highlights:
- School Visits: Engage with local schools to observe and discuss effective educational practices.
- Expert Lectures: Gain insights from leading educators and policymakers in Finland and Estonia.
- Collaborative Workshops: Participate in sessions designed to foster the exchange of ideas and experiences among international peers.
- Cultural Immersion: Experience the cultural contexts that shape educational philosophies in both countries.
- Action Planning: Receive guidance on developing strategies to adapt and implement new practices in your home institution.
This course offers an inspiring blend of theory and practice, ensuring you leave with a clear roadmap to implement meaningful changes.
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All tickets includes:
- Event materials
- Certificate of attendance
- School visits
- Admission to all sessions
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This is an example programme for the Christmas Special Course.
Day 1, Sunday
18:00 Walking Tour and Welcome Dinner
Day 2, Monday
9:30 Welcome to Helsinki, introduction to Finland and the course (Petri Ilmonen)
- Get to know each other
- The PISA studies
12:00 Lunch break
13:00 The basics of Finnish school system (Petri Ilmonen)
14:30 Guest speaker
15:30 Get to know the school
16:30 Workshop: Personal or team time for notes, diaries, and talks
Day 3, Tuesday
09:30 School visit: Transformation of a 40-year-old school into a modern institution.
12:00 Lunch break.
13:00 Workshop with Mr. Petri Ilmonen, Principal.
14:30 Guest Speaker.
15:30 Guided tour of the school.
16:30 Workshop: Personal or team time for notes, diaries, and discussions.
Day 4, Wednesday
09:30 School visit
12:00 Lunch break.
13:00 Workshop
14:30 Guest Speaker.
15:30 Guided tour of the school.
16:30 Workshop: Personal or team time for notes, diaries, and discussions.
Day 5, Thursday
09:30 School visit
12:00 Lunch break.
13:00 Workshop
14:30 Guest Speaker.
15:30 Guided tour of the school.
16:30 Workshop: Personal or team time for notes, diaries, and discussions.
Day 6, Friday
09:30 Workshop
12:00 Lunch break.
13:00 Departing for Tallinn
Day 7, Saturday
option to start the programme later so participants can also travel in the morning
9:30 Meeting with Mart in the lobby of Tallinn University
9:40 A guided tour of Tallinn University
10:00 Presentation on education system in Estonia (Mart Laanpere)
11:00 Coffee break
11:30 What are the factors of Estonias PISA success (Mart Laanpere)
12:30 Lunch at the university cafeteria (own cost)
13:00 Feedback and evaluation session
By the end of this course, participants will have developed a comprehensive framework for leading digital change within their school, gaining skills and resources that support both teaching and administrative needs. This course encourages a collaborative approach to digital integration, focusing on strategies that engage the school community in a sustainable, future-ready digital environment.
- Have a comprehensive understanding of the educational models in Finland and Estonia.
- Be equipped with innovative teaching strategies and tools.
- Understand how to integrate technology effectively into the classroom.
- Be prepared to promote equity and inclusivity within your educational environment.
- Have a personalized action plan for implementing best practices in your institution.
This course is ideal for educators, school leaders, and education professionals across all levels who are committed to enhancing their teaching practices and seeking inspiration from leading educational systems.
The trainers for the “Education in Finland and Estonia – Original Best Practices Benchmarking” course are highly experienced educators and specialists in school development and curriculum reforms. With deep expertise in the Finnish and Estonian education systems, they bring proven success in implementing innovative practices. Their skills cover areas such as digital competencies, student-centered learning, and effective school management strategies. Through engaging workshops and school visits, they offer valuable insights and practical guidance to help you refine your teaching methods and enhance educational outcomes.
For detailed information about the trainers, please visit the course website under the “Trainers” section.