BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//VisitEDUfinn - ECPv6.11.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:VisitEDUfinn X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://visitedufinn.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VisitEDUfinn REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Moscow BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:MSK DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Helsinki BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250413 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20231228T193051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T131204Z UID:34976-1743897600-1744502399@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:L'Éducation pour le 21e Siècle - Le Modèle Finlandais - Printemps2025 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nUne immersion dans l’innovation éducative\n Explorez\, Échangez\, Évoluez*COURS CONFIRMÉ*\n\n6-12 avril 2025\nNous invitons les enseignants de tous les niveaux scolaires à chercher de nouvelle inspiration professionnelle en Finlande. Nous sommes célèbres pour l’éducation et le bonheur\, et nous voulons partager nos expériences avec vous! Une école innovante et\, d’une part\, le bien-être des enseignants et des élèves\, l’absence de précipitation et de stress. Comment ces éléments s’emboîtent-ils et comment pouvons-nous permettre aux élèves d’apprendre à leur propre rythme en ce 21e siècle chargé ? \nTous les pays ont leurs propres forces en matière d’éducation\, mais voir des pratiques différentes est toujours favorable et fait nourrir de nouveaux projets et rêves. Cette cours de formation de 7 jours est conçu pour répondre aux exigences de qualité pour les formations Erasmus+ KA1. Nous ne prétendons pas avoir réinventé l’éducation\, mais notre ambition est de fournir un forum de discussion\, d’inspiration et de partage de bonnes pratiques pour enrichir le développement professionnel des enseignants. Bienvenue dans la découverte de l’éducation finlandaise! \n Plusieurs visites scolaires incluses \n\n Frais d’inscription \n 660€ \n\n\n Réduction de groupe disponible\n \n\n Forfait repas 140€\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n Inscrivez-vous (L’inscription s’effectue sur notre société sœur\, le site d’Euneos)\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nEXPÉRIENCES CLIENTS\n\n\n“J’ai adoré voir le mode de vie Finlandais. Pouvoir comprendre cette culture différente\, orientée vers la nature depuis la plus petite enfance afin de consolider les bases d’un mode de vie sain et dynamique.”\n \n Participant de session printemps 2024\n \n  \n\n\n“La réalisation qu’il n’y a pas de recette miracle ou de pédagogie miracle mais plutôt un état d’esprit différent. Une approche concernant le développement des compétences plus naturelle. Accompagner l’enfant au lieu de l’éduquer. Respecter les forces et les limites de chacun”\n \n Participant de session printemps 2024\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAMME\n \n Introduction\n Programme\n Frais d’inscription\n Formateurs et experts\n ERASMUS+\n Information générale\n Helsinki\n Nous contacter\n Introduction \nLeçons de la Finlande \nAu 21ème siècle\, l’école finlandaise continue d’être reconnue comme un modèle d’excellence dans le domaine de l’éducation. Certaines raisons principales pour lesquelles le système éducatif finlandais est considéré comme bénéfique pour le bien-être des élèves et enseignants comprennent: \n1. Moins de pression académique : Le système éducatif finlandais met l’accent sur l’apprentissage par le jeu\, la créativité et l’épanouissement de chaque élève. Cette approche favorise la curiosité et l’engagement. \n2. Accès équitable à l’éducation : Le système éducatif finlandais met l’accent sur l’égalité des chances en offrant un accès équitable à l’éducation pour tous les étudiants\, quel que soit leur statut socioéconomique ou leur origine ethnique. Cela crée un environnement inclusif qui favorise le bien-être des élèves.  \n3. Temps de travail équilibré : Les journées d’école en Finlande sont relativement courtes\, avec beaucoup de temps pour les pauses et les activités récréatives. Cela permet aux élèves de se reposer\, de se détendre et de se concentrer sur d’autres aspects de leur développement personnel. \n4. Confiance envers les enseignants : En Finlande\, les enseignants sont hautement valorisés et font l’objet d’une confiance accrue de la part des autorités éducatives et des parents. Cela permet aux enseignants d’exercer leur métier avec autonomie et professionnalisme\, ce qui a un impact positif sur l’environnement d’apprentissage. \n5. Soutien individualisé : Les enseignants finlandais sont bien formés pour reconnaître les besoins individuels des étudiants et leur fournir un soutien approprié. Cela contribue à renforcer la confiance en soi et le sentiment d’appartenance à la communauté scolaire. \nIl est important de noter que chaque culture et système éducatif a ses propres forces et faiblesses. Le modèle finlandais n’est pas directement transférable à d’autres pays ou cultures\, car il est influencé par des facteurs socio-culturels spécifiques. Cependant\, il offre des idées et des pratiques intéressantes qui pourraient être adaptées et intégrées dans d’autres contextes éducatifs pour améliorer le bien-être des élèves.  \ntélécharger: Programme préliminaire (PDF) \n Programme \ntélécharger: Programme préliminaire (PDF) \nDIMANCHE \n\nouverture: faire connaissance & fixer les objectifs de la formation\nDîner de Bienvenue \n\nLUNDI \n\nIntroduction au système éducatif finlandais\nBien-être des étudiants à l’ère de l’intelligence artificielle : défis et solutions dans l’éducation moderne\nDéjeuner\nPromenade guidée à Helsinki\nSoirée libre\n\nMARDI \n\nVisite de terrain: jardin d’enfants/école maternelle\nDéjeuner\nSession séminaire : éducation de la petite enfance basée sur le jeu libre\nSoirée libre pour vos propres découvertes culturelles\n\nMERCREDI \n\nVisite de terrain: École primaire\nDéjeuner à l’école\nsession séminaire Les élements clés de l’écolefinlandaise: autonomie et confiance en soi et aux autres\nDévoiler les secrets de bonheur finlandais: Yoga dans la forêt et ”étreinte des arbres”\n\nJEUDI \n\nVisite de terrain: collège et lycée\nDéjeuner\nAtelier pratique: Les activités pedagogique plein air (possiblement avec un groupe d’élèves finlandais)\nSauna & Baignade dans la Mer Baltique \n\nVENDREDI \n\nSession séminaire: soutenir le bien-être et la santé mentale\ndéjeuner\nAnalyse socio-culturelle des pratique pédagogiques\nDîner ensemble\n\nSAMEDI \n\nFaire un plan d’action\nBrunch et remise des diplômes\n\n Frais d’inscription \nFRAIS D’INSCRIPTION \nCe cours est une opportunité très unique pour seulement 25 participants\, alors dépêchez-vous et inscrivez-vous à cet événement spécial aujourd’hui! Toutes les inscriptions doivent être faites en utilisant le formulaire d’inscription en ligne suivant. Les réservations seront traitées sur le principe du “premier arrivé\, premier servi”\, alors l’inscription précoce est le seul moyen d’assurer votre place. Les modes de paiement acceptés sont la carte de crédit et le virement bancaire. Si vous avez des problèmes ou des questions concernant la complétion du formulaire en ligne\, veuillez contacter info@visitedufinn.com. \nPrix \nSi vous bénéficiez du financement Erasmus+ KA1\, cela devrait couvrir les frais. Pour ceux qui viennent de pays hors UE\, il existe d’autres bourses de développement professionnel pour les enseignants. Nous avons essayé de maintenir les coûts aussi bas que possible afin que la participation auto-financée soit également une option réelle. \nLe prix du cours n’inclut pas la TVA finlandaise de 25\,5%. Pour être exonéré de la TVA\, vous devez vous inscrire en tant que représentant/employé d’une école ou d’une organisation et\, lors de l’inscription\, joindre le certificat fiscal de votre école\, le code OID ou un document similaire. \nFrais de cours 660€ (hors TVA) par participant\, valable jusqu’au 31 juillet\, 2024. \nForfait repas obligatoire 140€ (hors TVA) \nLes prix incluent: \n\nAccès gratuit de 30 jours aux cours en ligne sur l’éducation finlandaise\nProgramme L’Education pour le 21e Siècle\nDéjeuners et rafraîchissements chaque jour\nDîner de bienvenue et Dîner de clôture\nFrais d’entrée le cas échéant (par exemple\, L’Expérience Finlandaise Complète avec Sauna)\nMatériaux\nCertificats de participation\n\nAutres dépenses : billets d’avion\, hébergement et billets de transport local à acheter séparément \nPolitique d’annulation \nPré-inscription \nNous pouvons confirmer ce cours une fois que nous aurons reçu 10 inscriptions. Lorsque nous confirmons le cours\, nous envoyons également un lien pour payer par carte de crédit ou une facture. Notez que la pré-inscription est également contraignante; comme il y a un nombre minimum et maximum de participants\, chaque inscription compte. \nAnnulation par le participantToutes les annulations doivent être faites par email à info@visitedufinn.com au moins un mois avant le début du cours. Si vous n’annulez pas votre participation\, les frais complets vous seront facturés. Veuillez noter qu’une somme de 100€ (hors TVA) sera déduite de tous les remboursements. En cas d’empêchement\, la personne inscrite peut être remplacée par une autre personne de la même organisation en envoyant une notification à info@visitedufinn.com. \n Formateurs et experts \nFacilitatrice \nJohanna Havisto\, titrée en enseignement du FLE et de la psychologie. Elle a étudié en tant que matières secondaires la pédagogie spécialisée ainsi que l’écriture créative. Elle possède une expérience professionnelle dans le travail avec des individus de tous âges : du jardin d’enfants au collège et aussi dans l’enseignement pour adultes. Elle valorise la nouvelle compréhension et connaissance acquises à travers des contacts internationaux. Johanna aspire à partager les atouts majeurs de l’éducation finlandaise\, tels que le rythme paisible et la focalisation sur le bien-être des élèves. \nLes autres conférenciers et experts seront annoncés au fur et à mesure. \n ERASMUS+ \nCours de formation pour les enseignants:  L’Éducation pour le 21e Siècle – Le Modèle Finlandais \nCe cours est éligible à être financer à 100% par le programme Erasmus+ (KA1 mobilité des individus). Le but du cours est de se familiariser avec des méthodes d’enseignement innovantes qui sont bénéfiques pour le bien-être global des enfants. \nPublic cible  \n\nEnseignants de maternelle\, d’école primaire et de collège et lycée\nEnseignants en éducation spécialisée\nPersonnel de gestion et de leadership scolaire\nTous les autres experts non enseignants\n\nMéthodes de travail  \n\nExploration des préjugés\nAteliers (y compris avec des élèves finlandais)\nDiscussions facilitées / séances de remue-méninges\nTravail d’équipe et présentations\nVisites sur le terrain\nJournal d’apprentissage personnel\n\nRésultats attendus  \n\nAcquérir une compréhension approfondie des écoles et du système éducatif finlandais\nTrouver de nouvelles façons de soutenir le bien-être des élèves à l’école\nMettre en œuvre des sessions d’enseignement en utilisant des méthodes participatives\nCréer un plan de développement concret pour votre propre école.\n\n Information générale \n\nSe rendre de l’aéroport à votre hôtel \nPlusieurs compagnies de taxis proposent leurs services à l’aéroport. Le prix pour se rendre au centre-ville est d’environ 50 €. Il existe également des options de transport en commun ; la gare et la station de bus sont toutes deux situées à l’aéroport. Le prix est d’environ 5 €\, selon que vous payez en espèces ou utilisez une application ou une machine à billets. \n\nMétéo à Helsinki \nNous avons 4 saisons\, et toutes les saisons peuvent surprendre. Consultez le site Web de l’Institut météorologique finlandais avant de faire vos valises.  \nLangues parlées \nLes langues officielles en Finlande sont le finnois et le suédois\, mais pratiquement tout le monde parle anglais. En revanche\, il y a moins de locuteurs de français. La langue du cours est bien sûr le français. \nDevise \nL’unité monétaire finlandaise est l’euro. Il y a de nombreux distributeurs automatiques de billets ouverts 24 heures sur 24 et acceptant toutes les principales cartes de crédit. De plus\, Visa et Mastercard sont largement acceptés presque partout (hôtels\, restaurants\, magasins\, taxis\, cafétérias\, bars\, etc.). \nTension \nLe courant électrique en Finlande est de 230V\, 50Hz. Les prises sont de taille continentale à deux broches. \nHeure \nL’heure en Finlande est GMT/UTC+2 (pendant l’été +3). \n Helsinki \nHelsinki – la ville la plus cool du monde? \nProbablement oui ! Dans la capitale de la Finlande\, on trouve l’influence de nos voisins\, la Suède et la Russie\, mais la ville reste unique. C’est une métropole moderne avec plus de 650 000 habitants (1\,5 million dans la grande région métropolitaine) et pourtant\, on n’est jamais à plus de 10 minutes à pied de la nature. En une même journée\, vous pouvez cueillir des baies dans une forêt et profiter de l’agitation de la ville. Helsinki est une grande ville animée qui ne dort jamais\, mais tellement sûre que l’on peut y voir des élèves de 7 ans prendre le tramway tout seuls pour aller à l’école. \nEn ressentant la brise fraîche de la mer Baltique en vous promenant dans les rues pittoresques\, il n’est pas si difficile d’imaginer pourquoi les Finlandais sont la nation la plus heureuse du monde. Après la promenade\, réchauffez-vous avec une tasse de café et une brioche à la cannelle. Ces pauses café avec des amis et des collègues sont des moments presque sacrés pour les Finlandais. \nPendant votre séjour à Helsinki\, découvrez les bibliothèques en tant qu’innovation sociale dans l’éducation finlandaise\, les musées interactifs\, les îles autour de Helsinki et le sauna. Il y a beaucoup d’autres attractions qui promettent une expérience inoubliable à Helsinki\, comme le studio d’Alvar Aalto\, la cathédrale d’Helsinki par Carl Ludvig Engel\, la place du Sénat\, le vieux marché couvert\, le sauna et restaurant Löyly\, et bien plus encore. \nConsultez ce qui se passe à Helsinki pendant votre visit \n Nous contacter \n\nPour savoir plus\n\nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.Iso Roobertinkatu 20-22A\, 00120 HELSINKITel. +358  50 4128179Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n INSCRIPTION\n \n\n Want to know more about our Events?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/leducation-pour-le-21e-siecle-le-modele-finlandais-printemps2025/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/French-4.2025-Banner-new.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250209 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20231227T195512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T102840Z UID:34909-1738454400-1739059199@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:FULL STEAM 2025 Teacher Training Program DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nFULL STEAM Teacher Training Program\nJoin our 7-day course in Oulu\, Finland\n*CONFIRMED COURSE*\n2-8 February 2025\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nFULL STEAM 2025 (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts & Mathematics) is a unique opportunity for professional educators to learn from Finnish experts about innovative skills and methodologies for teaching STEAM.Additionally\, we are delighted to partner with the Educational and Cultural Services\, City of Oulu  to provide school administrators and teachers from around the world who are interested in improving their STEAM teaching practice with a STEAM teaching training program in the self-proclaimed STEAM capital of the world – the City of Oulu. Furthermore\, the organisers have a track record of organizing educational events with the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 as required by the European Commission\, suitable for teachers with ERASMUS+ grant. Moreover\, students that are now in primary education will be in working life still in 2060. Therefore\, what skills do you think would be needed then? Although\, we cannot know for sure\, STEAM pedagogy is one potential answer when trying to prepare children for an unpredictable future. In addition\, read the course leader’s blog post about the importance of teaching steam skills. Join us and enhance your STEAM teaching skills and methodologies in an innovative network of experts and schools from early childhood education\, basic education\, and upper secondary school\, where STEAM learning and teaching are being developed. During the course\, you will have an opportunity to experience STEAM learning environments as well as learn from the educational professionals who are conducting STEAM pedagogy in their schools.STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, Mathematics) education in Finland is based on the National Curriculum. Specifically\, STEAM in OULU is a student-centered\, experimental\, and community-based learning platform that improves a school’s operating culture from the perspective of doing and learning together.Furthermore\, there is an extensive network of STEAM schools in Oulu and STEAM pedagogy is used to develop not only learning but also the whole operational culture of the schools. Consequently\, STEAM skills development can be seen throughout the city: even many kindergartens are involved as well as University of Oulu\, and companies in the region. Therefore\, come and experience the full STEAM in Oulu! \nThe fundamental purpose of Full STEAM in Finland\, Oulu is to experience in practice how STEAM skills teaching and learning can be integrated to the daily school life. \nCourse outcomes:After the course you will: \n\nFirstly\, understand the fundamentals of STEAM pedagogy and the design process.\nAdditionally\, you will have basic knowledge about STEAM learning environments and different equipment and materials that can be utilized in STEAM pedagogy.\nFinally\, you will find  meaningful ways to implement basic level STEAM projects in your everyday teaching.\n\nStudy visit locations:Hintta Primary School has 350 students from grades 1 to 6. They also collaborate with the nearby Hintta early childhood unit to provide pre-primary education which include annual STEAM projects. The kindergarten also has STEAM pedagogy embedded in their working culture. In Hintta school\, design thinking has been a special focus on school culture level. The school has their very own recognized FabLab\, and they also have their own webshop\, Hintta Design\, which sells products created by students of the school.Rajakylä Comprehensive School has 600 students from grades 1 to 9. They also collaborate with the nearby early childhood unit to provide pre-primary education. Rajakylä school has a special emphasis on music\, technology\, and STEAM pedagogy. \nSTEAM and technology are well represented on the school curriculum level and themes such as robotics\, gaming and programming\, everyday technology as well as product design and entrepreneurship are integrated into the traditional school subjects. In conclusion\, OSYK Upper Secondary School (details will be added later) Tietomaa on the road is an innovative tour by car which offers the Tietomaa Science Center experiences to comprehensive school students in an alternative way during a renovation of the actual science center. While the renovation keeps the center closed for the next three years. The main themes of the tour are mechanics and energy\, which are approached by experimenting\, solving challenges and working in a group. \n SCHOOL VISITS INCLUDED \n\n Course fee \n 660€ \n\n\n Group discounts available\n \n\n Meal package for additional 110€\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW (Registration takes place on our sister company\, Euneos’ website)\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“FULL STEAM course was an incredible experience! I want to express my gratitude to all the assistants who were involved in making the course a success. They were all incredibly knowledgeable and committed\, I am very happy to have meet them and the rest of the group. Thanks a lot!”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n “I absolutely loved being a part of this course\, from collaborating with others to exploring various learning environments\, this has been an incredible experience for me. The workshops were all incredibly informative and helpful.”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n “Not only did I learn valuable STEAM pedagogy\, but I also acquired coding skills that I can immediately use in my classroom. I returned to my school feeling motivated and energized to take on new challenges and lead with even greater success.”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n “This course is a must for international teachers! We found it incredibly helpful\, especially when it came to learning about educational policies and strategies from different countries.”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n “I loved the emphasis on integrating ART into STEAM learning. This has given us a positive outlook on how we can incorporate different disciplines into our teaching\, making it more engaging and fun for our students.”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUhiz5-uoq8&t=2s\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE (Registration takes place on our sister company\, Euneos' website)\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Prices\n Trainers\n Erasmus+\n Optional Cultural Program\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nThe fundamental purpose of Full STEAM 2025 in Finland\, Oulu is to experience in practice how STEAM skills teaching and learning can be integrated to the daily school life. \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the basics of theFinnish Curriculum and gain insight into transversal skills in the Finnish Curriculum. Specifically\, the course concentrates on STEAM pedagogy. It introduces the fundamentals as well as presents the design circle model that is the basis for planning\, teaching and learning\, as well as assessment in a STEAM-inspired learning environment. The participants visit several schools to see how STEAM pedagogy is implemented in different ways. \nMoreover\, during the school visits\, the participants can also practice some tools that are used in STEAM pedagogy such as programming and coding and 3D designing and printing. The course furthermore includes a visit to a FabLab operated by the Hintta primary school. Tentative program – Please note that minor changes are possible! \nSunday: Introduction to the course16:00–18:00 Introduction session \n\nWelcome!\nIntroduction to the course\nWarm up activities and getting to know each otherSelf-study: Online materials: Finnish Education system (4h)Venue: In the Oulu city centre\n\nMonday: \nBasics of STEAM09.00–11:00 Finnish education system \n\n Introduction to the Finnish education system\nFacilitated discussion based on self-study materials\nPresentation: Transversal skills in Oulu’s curriculum\n\n11.00–12.00 Lunch and coffee / tea12:00–15:00 STEAM in OULU: introduction to STEAM pedagogy \n\nPresentation and discussion\nGroup work\nAfternoon coffee / teaSelf-study: Online materials (STEAM)\, 2hVenue: In the Oulu city centre\n\nTuesday: \nDesign process model9:00–11:00 STEAM design process model \n\nFacilitated discussion based on self-study materials: STEAM\nPresentation and discussion: Design process model\n\n11:00 Walk to the lunch place11:30–12:30 Lunch and coffee / tea12:30 Walk to the Oulu Art Museum13:00–14:30 Visit to Tietomaa on the Road \nIntroduction about Museum and Science Route using STEAM \n14:30-16:00 Optional: Visit to the Oulu Art MuseumVenues: In the Oulu city centre \nWednesday: \nTools for STEAM – Part I8:40 Walk from the City Centre to OSYK09:00–12:00 School visit to an upper secondary school (OSYK) \n\nTools & Maker’s space as a learning environment\n\n11:15–12:00 School lunch12:00 Walk to the City Centre \nAfternoon: Optional Cultural Program – Winter Day in Koiteli \nThursday: \nTools for Steam – Part II8:30 Transportation from the City Centre to Rajakylä Comprehensive School09:00–11:00 Programming and Coding in STEAM curricula11:00–12:00 School Lunch12:00–15:00 Workshop at the Maker’s Space with Micro:Bits and Lego RobotsAfternoon coffee / tea15:00 Transportation to the City Centre \nFriday: \nTools for STEAM – Part III8:30 Transportation from the City Centre to Hintta school09:00–10:30 Design thinking at Hintta School \n\nIntroduction to design thinking\nHow design thinking is implemented on the school level\nHintta Design\n\n10:30–11:30 Visit to Hintta Early Childhood Education unit11:30–12:15 School Lunch12:15–15:00 Workshop at the Maker’s Space with 3d design and modellingAfternoon coffee / tea15:00 Transportation to the City Centre \nSaturday: \nFarewell Brunch09:00–11:00 Final session \n\nReflection and feeback\nCourse certificates11:00–12:00 Course BrunchVenue: In the Oulu city centre\n\nOptional Cultural Program \nSunday: \nDeparture \nOptional Cultural Program \n Registration and Prices \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form. \nDiscount of 10% is available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact courses@euneos.eu for more information. \nIf you want to send a group but don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact courses@euneos.eu. \nREGISTER (Registration takes place on our sister company\, Euneos’ website) \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 25\,5%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company\, school or other organization\, and during the registration\, provide a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) number. If you don’t have those\, please send a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country to courses@euneos.eu \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes  \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nAdmission to all sessions\nCourse materials\nSchool visits\nCertificate of attendance\nPossibility to participate in the optional cultural activities (additional fees apply)\n\nThe meal package (110€ excl. VAT) is obligatory and it includes: \n\nFive lunches and coffee/tea during breaks\nFarewell Brunch\n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately.  \nInsurance \nAcquiring travel insurance and social security are obligatory and at one’s own responsibility. The European Health Insurance Card\, EHIC is an option for EU citizens. \nPayments \nWe will send an invoice to make a bank transfer for all the registered participants when we confirm the course. The reference number of the bill(s) should be mentioned when paying. If you don’t mention the reference number you might get a reminder for the bill as the payment will not be recognised. The participant should assume all the bank transfer fees. If you need to make the payment using a credit card (Visa\, MasterCard)\, please contact courses@euneos.eu  and we will send you a link for the payment. \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nBinding registrationsWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that registration before the confirmation is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to courses@euneos.eu at least a month before the course starts. You will be charged the full fee if you do not cancel your participation. Please note that a processing fee of 160€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to courses@euneos.eu. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refund. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the VAT (or other price difference). \nIf the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainers \nTRAINERS\nMAIKKI MANNINEN \n \nMs. Maikki Manninen (Advisory Teacher for ICT Education) is both a class teacher and early education and care teacher. Her expertise lies eg. in ICT and STEAM education at the primary and secondary levels. \nHer working tasks include training and consultation on ICT especially according to the Finnish core curricula and the local strategies for both ICT and STEAM education. \nMs. Manninen is also experienced in development projects funded by the Finnish National Agency for Education eg. on innovative learning environments. \nLAURA RITOLA \n \n\nMaster Degree in Education\nPrincipal at Hintta Primary School in Oulu\n\nHintta is a Distinguished STEAM pedagogy school that applies STEAM as design education in their own curriculum. Ritola has got a background in foreign language development\, curriculum development and support\, and Global Education \n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) and Euneos Corporation (OID CODE:E10124150 / PIC CODE 950782555) organise ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: Full STEAM 2025 in Oulu\, Finland \nCourse description \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the basics of the Finnish Curriculum and gain insight into transversal skills in the Finnish Curriculum. The course concentrates on STEAM pedagogy. It introduces the fundamentals as well as presents the design circle that is the basis for planning\, teaching and learning\, and assessment in a STEAM-inspired learning environment. \nThe participants visit several schools to see how STEAM pedagogy is implemented in different ways. During the school visits\, the participants can also practice some tools that are used in STEAM pedagogy such as programming and coding and 3D designing and printing. \nVersatile learning methods \n\nlectures and presentations \nself-study online materials and facilitated discussions \nschool visits \nworkshops at the schools \ngroup work and discussions\n\nDesired learning outcomes \nAfter the course you will: \n\nimplement the fundamentals of STEAM-pedagogy and design-circle in your work\ncombine your curriculum outcomes with principles of STEAM-pedagogy\nplan\, implement and assess STEAM-based curriculum outcomes as a transversal\, phenomenon-based learning in your classroom  \nuse pedagogical tools such as programming and coding as well as 3D designing and printing as practical implementations in STEAM-based projects\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Optional Cultural Program \nOPTIONAL CULTURAL PROGRAM\n \nAn additional program (with separate fee) will be available for all enthusiasts. Furthermore\, participation is entirely voluntary\, and the time can instead be used to independent sightseeing as well.  \nAll optional activities emphasize enjoying Finland’s unique nature. Like STEAM pedagogy  connects different subjects\, the tranquility of nature helps distinct brain areas to become ‘connected’.  \nRegister now: Winter Day in Koiteli (coming soon) \nWelcome to Koiteli located by river Kiiminkijoki to spend a wonderful winter day in a good company! Word Koiteli comes from Sami language and means “in the middle”. Thus\, you get to enjoy fun snow activities in an island located in the middle of two rapids. Beautiful surroundings\, ancient trees and the silence surrounding you will give you the feeling of being also in the center of yourself as well. \nSnow activities include short try outs of different kind of snowshoes\, traditional kick sledge ‘potkuri’ and sledge ‘pulkka’. In Tunnelmatupa hut everyone will have the chance to make their own souvenir out of wood\, leather and pine wood tar. On top of these you will get to know the well-known arctic animal; reindeer and hear the stories of local reindeer herder. And of course\, everyone will experience a short ride in a sledge pulled by the reindeer. \nGroup will be divided into smaller groups that rotate between the activities. Small snack with warm juice/coffee/tea is served. \nDuration: about 4 hours including transfers from Oulu\, ½ hour one way \nPrice: 114€/person including transfers\, all the activities mentioned in the program\, services of English speaking guides\, small snack with warm juice/coffee/tea served non-stop during the whole program\, winter gear (overall\, gloves\, hat\, wollen socks and winter boots; size infos needed in advance). Minimum 20 participants. \n \nMagical Finnish Forest with Short Skis (coming soon) \nJoin us to explore the magical snowy Finnish forest on a pair of purpose-built skis – no previous experience needed. \nShort ski is an easy-to-use\, skin based forest ski that combines the best features of a snowshoe and ski and does not require earlier experience in skiing. \nWe will enjoy a peaceful ski tour through the silent white scenery. Your guide will tell you stories about local history and the vast surrounding nature. The trip includes a cozy break for hot juice. \nAuthentic Finnish Sauna Experience on Sea Ice (coming soon) \nSauna is an essential part of Finnish culture. There are more than 3 million saunas in Finland – in private homes\, offices\, summer cottages\, hotels\, towable trailers – you name it! \nNow you have the opportunity to experience a sauna in a unique way in a tent sauna set up on sea ice. The tent has two parts: dressing room and sauna. Wearing a swimsuit is mandatory and you can put it on already at the hotel. \nOur guide will tell you how sauna takes place. The guide takes care of adding wood to the stove and making warm washing water. Sauna involves throwing water on the stove\, which creates warm\, moist steam. When it feels too hot\, you can cool off outside on the ice and even go for a spin in the snow!  \n   \nIf you are still in Oulu on Sunday morning\,  you can say goodbye to the city by winter cycling in the Oulujoki river delta area. \nTime and duration: Sunday\, March 15\, 2025 at 9-11 AM. Duration 2 hours. \nStarting point: Oulu Market Square. Detailed instructions will be informed to the participants. \nIncluded: fatbike\, helmet\, guide\, warm juice. \n \n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nThe main venue of the course is located in the center of Oulu. There will be transportation to the schools and other visiting places that are not within walking distance. \nHotels: Green Star Hotel Scandic Station OuluScandic Oulu CityBest Western Hotel ApolloHotel Arina Radisson Blu OuluLapland Hotels Oulu \nDe Gamlas HemTurusen Saha Guest HouseNordic Art Hotel Lasaretti (about 1 km from the city centre\, close to some program venues)Oulu Hostel AlliMaria (about 2 km from the city centre\, public bus connection available)Hostel Huvila (about 3 km from the city centre\, public bus connection available)Nallikari Cottages\, Villas & Apartments (about 4 km from the city centre\, public bus connection available) \n \n General Information \nGENERAL INFORMATION\nThe City of Oulu is the capital of northern Finland. \nOulu is located by the Gulf of Bothnia\, at the mouth of Oulu River\, about 600 km north of the capital city Helsinki. The name Oulu comes from a word in the Sami language meaning floodwater. The city of Oulu combines Northern hospitality\, nature and culture with modern technology. Oulu has over 200 000 inhabitants\, and its investment in education\, research and innovation makes it the fastest growing region in Finland. Oulu has been designated the European Capital of Culture in 2026.   \nHow to get there \nDespite its northern location\, Oulu is well connected to the rest of the world. Oulu airport is the third busiest in Finland\, and there are several connective flights every day from Helsinki. \nFinnair \nLufthansa \nBy Train \nOulu is easily reachable by train from Helsinki. It is an economical and sustainable option.  There are two overnighters available every day\, and the trains during the daylight offer a good opportunity to see more of Finland. Oulu railway station is located in the city center\, walking distance from most hotels. Visit VR for more information. \nHow to get from the airport to city center \nCity busses\, routes 8 and 9\, run daily from early morning to late night via Oulu city centre to Oulu Airport. Travel time from city centre to airport is approximately 25-30 minutes on both routes. \nName of the Oulu Airport bus stop is Lentoasema (ID-number 2646). The bus stop is located right in front of the airport terminal. \nIn Oulu city centre name of the bus stop is Kaupungintalo E (ID-number 2087) when travelling to airport and Kaupungintalo P (ID-number 2101) when arriving at city centre. \nAdult ticket is 5\,80€ \nRead more about public transport in Oulu. \nTAXI \nNormal Taxi: The price from the airport to the city center is approx. 40€ \nFinnish taxis are reliable and accept credit cards. The following taxi companies operate in Oulu: \nOTAXI \nMENEVÄ \nCar rentals \nAll major car rentals have an office in Oulu for those interested in traveling around the surrounding areas by themselves.  \nWeather in Oulu \nIn March\, the average maximum daytime temperature lies around -1.0°C . So it is still cold\, but the brightness of the days invites you to enjoy the spring. In addition to new technologies\, outdoor activities play an important role in the everyday life of Finnish school children and in the lifestyle of Finns in general (just to bear in mind when choosing your clothing).  Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Rovaniemi. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English; especially the people involved in tourism speak excellent English. Course language is English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is UTC/GMT+2 \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nHow is education in Finland? \nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\nRead more about Finnish Education.  \n Contact Information \n\n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\n \nFor additional information about the registrations\, payments\, and invoices\, please contact: \nEuneos CorporationMäntyviita 7H02110 EspooEmail: courses@euneos.fi \nFor other inquiries about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Sofia Helsinki MembersSofiankatu 4 C00170 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n register NOW (Registration takes place on our sister company\, Euneos' website)\n \nWe welcome you to experience the full STEAM in Oulu\, Finland\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/full-steam2025-oulu/ LOCATION:Oulu\, Oulu\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/full-steam-2025-no-dates-v2Artboard-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250124T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250124T123000 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20221021T164610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T080815Z UID:25564-1737707400-1737721800@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Educa School Visit DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nUPGRADE YOUR EDUCA2025 EXPERIENCE!\nStart your educational journey in Finland by joining a guided Educa School Visit!\nWe have customized a special school visit opportunity for education enthusiasts attending the Educa event. You will see how learning occurs in a typical classroom setting. During the visit\, you will also have time to talk with Finnish teachers and ask about their teaching practices\, methods\, or challenges during their daily work. The visit also includes the Finnish school lunch – famous for being offered to every student for free. \nWe will visit a modern Finnish public school where you can see innovative learning environments that support the Finnish pedagogical approach to learning. The school is a comprehensive school\, meaning that the school contains a primary school\, with students in grades 1-6 and between the ages of 7 and 12\, and a lower secondary school (middle school or junior high)\, with students in grades 7-9 and between the ages of 13 and 15. \nYou won’t be missing the Educa presentations during the Educa School Visit\, as they will be recorded and you watch them later. \nThere is a limited number of seats available\, so book quickly to secure your spot! \n SCHOOL LUNCH INCLUDED \n\n Visit fee \n 190€ \n\n\n Success Story Booket\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Transportation\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n\n\n “The guide and staff at the host school were very welcoming and friendly. I enjoyed being among these passionate educators and the opportunity to gain some insight into the Finnish education system.” \n Carey Stewart\, Early Childhood Teacher\, Australia \n \n\n\n “The most interesting thing about Finnish school is the respect and love relationship between teacher and students. I could see education goes well based on them.” \n  Yousung Lee\, Sales Manager\, Korea\n \nRead more testimonials from people who attended School Visits in Finland. \n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR EDUCA SCHOOL VISIT\n \n \n \n\n \nDOWNLOAD BROCHURE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Price\n Your host\n Accommodation\n General Information on Helsinki\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nThe schedule for Educa School Visit \n8:00 The visit starts in front of the Messukeskus; look for an Educa School Visit -sign at the Main entrance. During the trip\, you will receive basic information about the Finnish educational system.8:30 Arriving at school – welcoming words from the school principal. Discussion session with him and some school teachers. Afterward visiting different classes. 11:15 School lunch12:00 Bus trip back to Messukeskus12:30 Educa School Visit ends – now is time to attend Educa event. \n Registration and Price \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\nRegistration \nAll registrations for Educa School Visit must be done using VisitEDUfinn’s online registration form. Accepted methods of payment are credit card and bank transfer. \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact us at info@visitedufinn.com  \nREGISTER FOR EDUCA SCHOOL VISIT \nPrice(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nThe price for Educa School Visits is 190€ (excl. VAT) per participant. \nPrice includes \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nTransportation\nSchool visit\nSchool lunch\nGuidance during the visit by an education expert\nBooklet: The Success Story of Finnish Basic Education\n\nPayments  \nPlease choose your payment type on the online registration form. The options are  \n\nOnline credit card payment (Visa\, Mastercard\, American Express)\nBank transfer (PDF Invoice). The invoice with the necessary information will be sent to you with the confirmation email. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees. \n\nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 25\,5%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable. \nCancellation policy  \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. For cancellations received by one month before the visit\, the paid registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after this date. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may be substituted by someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIn case the visit is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Your host \nYOUR HOST DURING EDUCA SCHOOL VISIT\nHELJÄ MISUKKA \nHeljä Misukka has had an exceptional career in the field of education. For the last ten years\, she was the Director of Educational Policy and Executive Team member at the Trade Union of Education in Finland; before that\, she worked as a Permanent Secretary to the Minister of Education. During 2015-2022\, she was also a board member of Finnish National Agency for Education\, and during 2013-2016\, she was an Executive Board member at the Laurea University of Applied Sciences. Currently\, she is the Executive director and owner of LovEdu. \n Accommodation \n\nACCOMMODATION\n \nEduca venue is Messukeskus in Helsinki. There are plenty of excellent options for accommodation in the city center or near Messukeskus\, for instance\, Holiday Inn Expo and Sokos Hotel Tripla. \nWe have negotiated special rates or discounts for our clients with the companies below. After your purchase\, we will give you the necessary codes. \nScandic Hotels (12% discount) \nOmena Hotels (special rate) \nHotel Arthur (10% discount) \nForenom apartments (10% discount) \n20 Rooms Hostel (special rate) \n\n General Information on Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about Educa School Visit and LIFE2025\, please contact:  \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Sofia Helsinki MembersSofiankatu 4 C00170 Helsinki\, FinlandTel. +358 504 128 179Email: info@visitedufinn.com \nFor additional information about Educa event\, please contact Educa website or: \nMessukeskusMessuaukio 100520 Helsinki\, FinlandTel. +358 40 450 3250Email: customer.service@messukeskus.com \n \n Register now\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWant to extend your stay to Finland and visit more schools? \n \n\n LIFE2025 THE SHADOWING EXPERIENCE \n Right after Educa in Helsinki you can join LIFE2025 – Lapland International Forum for Education™ in Rovaniemi\, right by the Arctic Circle with good chances of also seeing the Northern Lights. You will be job shadowing Finnish teachers and daily life at local schools\, interacting with invited speakers as well as with other participants from around the world. Come and experience the joy of learning together!\n LEARN MORE\n \nWe welcome you to Educa School Visit\n \n \n \n\n Want to know more about VisitEDUfinn’s Events?\n \n \n Contact us URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/educa-school-visit/ LOCATION:Helsinki CATEGORIES:Events,school visit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Banner-EDUCA-School-Visit-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20231228T203734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T132104Z UID:35016-1737676800-1738367999@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:LIFE2025 - Lapland International Forum for Education DESCRIPTION:LIFE2024 was a big success with 170 passionate educators from around the world sharing and learning together. Some had also brought their family or friends with them to experience the magic of winter in Finnish Lapland. LIFE will return in winter 2025! \nWelcome to the 8th Edition of the Lapland International Forum for Education™!\n**FULLY BOOKED**\nStill places available for Educa School Visit and for this course with similar winter activities: FULL Steam\nRegistration for LIFE2026 is open now!\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information.\n24-31 January 2025\nLIFE2025 -Cultivating Happiness! \nIn today’s fast-paced world\, everyone\, including teachers and students\, often faces a lot of pressure. How can we establish a school culture that fosters trust\, peacefulness\, and happiness in this hectic time? \nThe LIFE2025 program reflects the collaborative learning culture promoted by our newest national curriculum. You will be job shadowing Finnish teachers and daily life at local schools\, interacting with invited speakers as well as with other participants from around the world\, and walking in the footsteps of the world’s happiest nation in the untouched nature of Lapland. We’ll explore the foundations of happiness\, particularly pedagogical tools and practical methods\, alongside the influence of the environment\, such as the natural rhythm of changing seasons and the northern down-to-earth lifestyle.  \nThis unique teacher training course is the eighth Lapland International Forum for Education™\, and it is organized in collaboration with VisitEDUfinn\, creator of the LIFE event\, and Euneos\, one of the leading course providers in Europe. Welcome to Rovaniemi to experience education in the Finnish way! \nLapland International Forum for Education™ was chosen in 2019 as one of the winners in the Authentic Finnish Educational Travel Product contest. LIFE2025 offers an exclusive opportunity to visit Finnish kindergartens\, primary and secondary schools\, and the University of Lapland‘s Teacher Training School. One day you will even get the chance to job shadow Finnish teachers from the students’ perspective during our Be a Student -lesson simulations: Nature pedagogy\, Handcrafts\, Home economics\, Sport (snowshoeing)\, and Welfare pedagogy. In addition to school visits\, lectures\, and workshops\, you can participate in social programs\, such as the city of Rovaniemi reception and farewell dinner.  \nThe essential part of LIFE2025 takes place right near the Arctic Circle in the city of Rovaniemi\, also known as the official hometown of Santa Claus. During the event\, you have an opportunity to meet him in person and participate in many other exciting and unique winter adventures. The main venue is Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus\, and you can stay the last night of the event in a Showhotel or Glass igloo watching the Northern Lights. \nDuring LIFE2025\, you will learn concrete means of cultivating the happiness of pupils and the whole working community. In Rovaniemi\, we’ll establish our own collaborative learning culture and experience its impact firsthand. The shared challenge for all teachers is to foster active\, happy\, and productive learners. Finnish happiness\, which encompasses connection to others\, the freedom to be oneself\, savoring the simple joys of everyday life\, and a profound connection to nature\, finds its roots in our schools\, where nurturing these values is a priority.  \nIn addition to the main event in Rovaniemi\, you can extend your visit either at the beginning or at the end: Start the journey in our capital city Helsinki (January 24-25) by listening to the top Finnish education experts at Educa fair\, the largest event for Finland’s education and training sector. You can start your Educa experience by joining a special Educa School Visit. In 2020\, Educa gathered together over 20 000 educators from Finland and abroad. If Educa and LIFE2025 still leave you hungry for more\, don’t worry. On Friday (January 31)\, we will organize an optional extra outdoor pedagogies workshop as an AFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE.  \nIf you participated in the previous LIFE2024\, LIFE2023\, LIFE2022\,  LIFE2020\, LIFE2019\, LIFE2018\, or LIFE2017 events\, we warmly welcome you to join us again. Based on your feedback\, we have added more days\, more interaction with other participants\, and made other changes so that the overall experience will be better than ever.  \nRegistration is available soon!  \n SCHOOL VISITS INCLUDED \n\n Event/Course fee \n 660€\n Early bird price until September 30\, 2024 \n\n\n Group & Student discounts available\n \n\n Meal package for additional 230€\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n\n\n “This visit is part of our efforts to learn from the best in the world when it comes to education” \n Kirsty Williams\, Minister for Education\, Wales\n \n\n\n “So grateful the conference was so well planned and organized. Would highly recommend to others.” \n Jessica Cowan\, School counselor\, USA\n \n https://youtu.be/S_zaK8elDxw \nDawson science teacher Ms. D cannot wait to teach her students all about the Northern Lights! Ms. D\, along with Ms. Musgrave\, Ms. McNamara and Ms. Jacobsen\, spent the week at Visitedufinn Ltd. LIFE2020 Conference and had the unique opportunity to learn from the famous Finnish education. They got to see how everyday life works in Finnish schools\, visit with local teachers and students\, and listen to the top Finnish education experts. Dawson is a true learning community and professional development is a big priority for faculty and staff. We cannot wait to learn more from our Finland Four! #DawsonDifference \nhttps://youtu.be/1a0T2yQpR_w\n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT\n \n \n \n\n \nDOWNLOAD BROCHURE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Prices\n Educational Experts\n Outdoor pedagogies workshop\n Social Program\n Winter Activities\n Accommodation\n General Information on Rovaniemi\n General Information on Helsinki\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nThis is a preliminary program based on the successful 2024 program. There will be changes as we confirm next year’s speakers and add new elements.  \nThe fundamental purpose of LIFE2025 is to see daily life at local schools. You can choose the age range to ensure it is relevant to you. If you want to observe pre-primary education\, it is typically conducted in kindergartens. Here are the age ranges for each visit: \n\nDaycare / Kindergarten (age 1–6)\nPrimary & lower secondary school (age 7-15)\nTeacher Training School (age 7–12)\nHigh School/Vocational School (age 16–18)\n\nDuring the shadowing\, you will be observing teachers in their activities and talking about their daily teaching practices. \nSpecial opportunity: we are offering approximately 20 participants the chance to swap one of their chosen visits for a principals’ shadowing. This will be offered to all registered participants later\, and the fastest to respond will secure a spot. \nLIFE2025 offers engaging expert presentations\, workshops focusing on different aspects of Finnish education\, and learning outside the classroom “on the move”. The course also aspires to create an output. This involves working individually or in groups on a concrete project\, such as composing a happiness initiative for your own school.  \nTentative program for LIFE2025 – Please note that changes are possible. ** \nFriday 24 \n10:00 – 19:00 Participating in Educa event (English program). You can join an optional Educa School Visit. \nSaturday 25 \n10:00 – 17:00 Educa continues (English program) \nTraveling to Rovaniemi (according to individual flight options). Recommended visit before going to Rovaniemi: Oodi Library. \nNOTE! Educa-program will be streamed so you can also fly directly to Rovaniemi without missing the presentations. \nSunday 26 \n08:30 – 09:00 Registration at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus \n09:00 – 09:45  Conference opening\, Ms. Outi Hakanen\, Finland’s Ambassador for Education (from The Ministry for Foreign Affairs)  \n09:45 – 10:15 Educa event reflections \n10:15 – 10:45 Coffee break \n10:45 – 11:15 Module A: Introduction to Finnish pre-education & care \n11:15 – 11:45 Module B: Introduction to primary & secondary education (including special education) \n12:30 busses leave for Santa’s Village \n13:00 – 17:00 Visiting Santa Claus Village; includes an optional ride in Husky Park \n19:00 – 22:00 Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience (optional) \nMonday 27 \n08:30 – 13:00 School visits (including lunch) \n\nDaycare / Kindergarten\nPrimary & lower secondary school\nTeacher Training School (only 20 seats available!) SOLD OUT!\n\n13:00 – 14:30 Outdoor activities/ participants’ recess \n14:45 Coffee served in the conference room  \n15:00-17:00 Program in the conference room at Hotel Santa Claus: \n\n15:00-15:15 Greetings from schools \n15:15-16:00 wrap up talk (in small groups & whole group)\n16:00-17:00 Mr. Jussi Kainulainen: Local implementations of the national curriculum – case Rovaniemi\n\n19:00 – 21:00 City Reception \non Tuesday and Wednesday\, the participants are divided into two groups\, A and B. \nTuesday 28  \n08:30 – 13:00 School visits (including lunch)\, GROUP A \n\nPrimary & lower secondary school\nHigh school SOLD OUT!\n Vocational school \nNEW SESSION! Teacher Training School (only 20 seats available!) \n\nOR  \n08:30 – 13:00 Discovering building blocks of happiness at  PILKE and Arktikum\, workshops and lectures in small groups\, GROUP B \n14:30 – 15:00 Coffee break \n15:00 – 18:00 ‘Be a student’ – lesson simulations in a Finnish school*\, GROUP B \n\nSport (snowshoeing) – LAST SEATS AVAILABLE!\nNature pedagogy\nHome economics\nHandcrafts\nWelfare pedagogy\n\nOR \n15:00 – 18:00 Program at the hotel: School visit wrap-up in small groups and a workshop on  Social media’s effect on young people’s happiness\, GROUP A \n19:00 – 21:30 Northern Lights Hunting (optional) \nWednesday 29 \n08:30 – 13:00 School visits (including lunch)\, GROUP B \n\nPrimary & lower secondary school\nHigh school SOLD OUT!\n Vocational school \nNEW SESSION! Teacher Training School (only 20 seats available!) \n\nOR  \n08:30 – 13:00 Discovering building blocks of happiness at  PILKE and Arktikum\, workshops and lectures in small groups\, GROUP A \n14:30 – 15:00 Coffee break \n15:00 – 18:00 ‘Be a student’ – lesson simulations in a Finnish school*\, GROUP A \n\nSport (snowshoeing) – LAST SEATS AVAILABLE!\nNature pedagogy\nHome economics\nHandcrafts\nWelfare pedagogy\n\nOR \n15:00 – 18:00 Program at the hotel: School visit wrap-up in small groups and a workshop on  Social media’s effect on young people’s happiness\, GROUP B \n19:00 – 21:00 Farewell Dinner at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus \nThursday 30 \n08:30 – 10:30  Educational Administration  \n\nBehind the scenes: decisions and work that make a happy school possible \nGuest speaker: Heljä Misukka\n\n11:00 – 11:45 Working on the action plans. \n12:00 – 12:30 Closing words\, feedback \n12:30 – 13.30 Lunch \n14:00 – 17:00 Snowmobile Safari to Reindeer Farm (optional) \nAFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE: optional with an extra fee \nFriday 31  \n09:00 – 13:00  A hands-on workshop: Learning through and about nature \nWe have combined three different elements in one package. You get \n\nto experience Finnish nature education in the role of a student.\nto learn about Lappish lifestyle and survival skills needed in  Arctic environment.\nconcrete tools to use in your work.\n\nThis nature pedagogy workshop is designed and conducted by Kimmo Tuunala from Finncredible.   \n* IMPORTANT! All the school visits and lesson simulations have a minimum and maximum group size. The earlier you book\, the more options you will have! \n** NOTE! If there are differences between the brochure and the website\, you can count on the website as it has updated information. \n Registration and Prices \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\n**Registration is now open** Join  Lapland International Forum for Education 2025! \nAll registrations for LIFE2025 must be done using the online registration form. To register a student or an accompanying person\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com. Accepted methods of payment are credit card and bank transfer. Below are also additional links for booking accommodation in Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus and the winter activities with Lapland Safaris. \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2025 \nREGISTRATION  FOR LIFE2025 WINTER ACTIVITIES \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nAll prices exclude Finnish VAT 25\,5%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \n\n\n\nRegistration categories \n\nEarly bird fee (until  September 30\, 2024)  \n\n\nStandard fee (October 1 – December 31\, 2024)  \n\n\nLate/On-site fee (after  December 31\, 2024) \n\n\n\nNormal\n660€\n760€\n860€\n\n\nStudent*\n560€\n660€\n760€\n\n\nAccompanying person (spouse\, friend\, family member)\n230€\n240€\n250€\n\n\n\n*Students: you need to contact info@visitedufinn.com and attach proof of full-time student status (ID card or letter from your institution or program director).  \nDISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS OF 5 OR MORE PARTICIPANTS! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information.  \nPrices include (normal or student) \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nAdmission to all sessions\nEvent materials\nSchool visits\nVisit Santa Claus Village\nCertificate of attendance\nPossibility to participate in the optional workshop for LIFE2025 participants (additional fees apply)\nPossibility to participate in special winter activities designed for LIFE2025 (additional fees apply) – REGISTRATION \n\nThe meal package 230€ is obligatory and it includes: \n\nFive lunches and coffee/tea with snacks during breaks mentioned in the program\nRovaniemi City Reception\nFarewell Dinner\n\nPrices include (accompanying person – spouse\, friend\, family member) \n\nRovaniemi City Reception\nVisit Santa Claus Village\nIce swimming or sled slides\nFarewell Dinner\nPossibility to participate in special winter activities designed for LIFE2025 (additional fees apply) – REGISTRATION \n\nErasmus+ grant holders \nLIFE2025 can be part of the Erasmus+ staff mobility\, either a job shadowing experience or a course. VisitEDUfinn’s OID code is E10020922. Read more about the VisitEDUfinn’s Erasmus+ staff mobility opportunities. LIFE2025 is listed as a course in European School Education Platform. \nPayments  \nPlease choose your payment type on the online registration form. The options are  \n\nOnline credit card payment (Visa\, MasterCard\, American Express)\nBank transfer (PDF-invoice). The invoice with the necessary information will be sent to you with the confirmation email. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees. \n\nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. For cancellations received by 31 October 2024\, the paid registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after this date. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) per participant will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refunding. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nAny questions about the registration or payments? Please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Prices \n Educational Experts \nEDUCATIONAL EXPERTS IN ROVANIEMI\n  \nJUSSI KAINULAINENJussi Kainulainen has extensive experience in the Finnish education system. He has working experience in primary and secondary education as a class teacher\, SEN teacher\, and vice-principal. Jussi has also been engaged with school administration as a Development Manager in the City of Kokkola and currently as Pedagogical Director here in Rovaniemi\, supporting education in local schools from early childhood education until secondary education. In addition\, Jussi has international working experience from\, e.g.\, Namibia and Laos\, where he worked for two years within United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). After Laos\, he acted as Programme Manager with EduCluster Finland’s leading Education Partnership Program (EPA) in Abu Dhabi\, UAE. Before relocating back to Finland and Rovaniemi\, Jussi worked in Malaysia to improve education in Malaysian government schools. \nPIIA ROOS \n\nPiia Roos has long experience as a teacher and a leader in Finnish childcare centers. For the past 10 years she worked as a teacher in vocational college for practical nurses majoring in early childhood education. Her special interests are children’s perspective and participation. \nHELJÄ MISUKKA  \n\nHeljä Misukka has had an exceptional career in the field of education. For the last ten years\, she was the Director of Educational Policy and Executive Team member at the Trade Union of Education in Finland; before that\, she worked as a Permanent Secretary to the Minister of Education. During 2015-2022\, she was also a board member of Finnish National Agency for Education\, and during 2013-2016\, she was an Executive Board member at the Laurea University of Applied Sciences. Currently\, she is the Executive director and owner of LovEdu. \nLIFE2025 COORDINATOR AND FACILITATOR \nSUVI KRISTA WESTLINGSuvi K. Westling is an expert on educational psychology with a broad view of education and a deep understanding of the human mind. She graduated from and later taught students in an innovative program of educational psychology at the University of Helsinki. Her teaching has included lecturing\, supervising pre-service teachers’ practice\, and facilitating group processes and phenomenon-based group studies. In her research\, she has studied the quality of regulation of students’ learning and activity both at school and in teacher education. She has worked as an expert in educational program design at an academic level as well as in several international organizations. \nSuvi has also gained grassroots experience with children and teenagers while working as a classroom teacher\, youth worker\, and camp supervisor in various places at earlier phases of her life. She has developed an international mindset and understanding of different cultures by participating and working in different international communities and networks\, living and studying in Latin America (Chile). \nNOTE: Other experts and speakers will be confirmed later \n Outdoor pedagogies workshop \nFriday\, January 31\nAFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE – LEARNING THROUGH AND ABOUT NATURE \nIMPORTANT! If you are attending LIFE2025 but did not book the workshop at the moment of your registration\, you can still do it: \nREGISTER FOR AFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE -WORKSHOP \n➢Date and time: 31.1.2025\, 9:30-12:30➢Place: At an authentic Lappish environment➢Group size: 15 – 50 persons➢Price: 190€ (EXCL. VAT 25\,5%) per participant➢Trainer: Kimmo Tuunala➢Booking: as part of the LIFE2025 online registration process \n \nBenefits of outdoor learning are undeniable and the connection for learning 21st century skills is strong. In addition\, nature affects very positively on well-being and strengthening the connection with nature improves self-esteem and confidence. Why not to use it then more in learning? This workshop gives you very concrete and experiental methods for outdoor learning. \nIn this 3-hour hands-on workshop we have combined three differentelements in one package. You get1. to experience Finnish nature education in the role of a student.2. to learn about the Lappish lifestyle and survival skills needed inan Arctic environment.3. concrete tools to use in your work. \nFACILITATOR \nKimmo Tuunala (M.Ed) is a class teacher\, teacher trainer\, environmentaleducator and facilitator. He is a nature enthusiast and has carried outnature-related lessons\, theme days\, camps and workshops for years.With his team\, Kimmo designs experience-based sessions that are closelyconnected to Lappish nature\, the wellbeing effects of nature\, thehuman-nature connection\, sustainable way of living and survival skills. \n Social Program \nSOCIAL PROGRAM\nVisit to the Santa Claus Village  \nSunday 26 January at 13:30 – 17:00. \nTransport from Santa’s Hotel and back.    \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees. Optional visit and ride in Husky Park for an additional fee of 35€ – 49€. \nRovaniemi City Reception and light dinner \nMonday 27 January at 19:00 – 21:00 \nVenue to be announced (Korundi or City Hall)- but both are a short walk away from the hotel.  \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees. \nFarewell Dinner \nWednesday 29 February 19:00 – 22:00 \nThe farewell dinner is organized at the LIFE2025 venue Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus. \nIncluded in the registration fee for all attendees.  \nWinter Activities \nSunday 26 January at 19:00 – 22:00Tuesday 28 January at 19:00 – 21:30Thursday 30 February at 14:00 – 17:00. \nFor both LIFE2025 participants and avecs/accompanying persons\, we have organized an exclusive winter activity program in the surrounding areas of Rovaniemi. More information is in Winter Activities -tab.  \nPrice: NOT Included in the registration fee for all attendees.  \n Winter Activities \nWINTER ACTIVITIES\nFor both\, LIFE2025 participants and avecs/accompanying persons\, we have planned an exclusive winter activity program. What activity would you like to try? Hunt magical northern lights in the darkening evening\, enjoy Finnish delicacies in a restaurant made of ice\, or feel the speed of riding a snowmobile?  Maybe all of them… And not to forget the husky ride and cuddling these beautiful dogs. \nPlease register for all the winter activities by January 19\, 2025! \nREGISTRATION FOR THE ICE RESTAURANT DINNER AND SNOW MOBILE SAFARI \nREGISTER FOR THE HUSKY RIDE \nREGISTER FOR NORTHERN LIGHTS HUNTING \nSUNDAY\, 26 JAN \n12:30 – 17:30 (time slot) Husky ride at Santa Claus Village \nMeet the genuine Siberian Huskies\, enjoy the environment and get thrilled by the speed of the sled! Embark on a wonderful journey through the beautiful wilderness of Finnish Lapland on a husky-led sleigh. This adventure captures the charming spirit of the North. Glide through old\, snow-covered forests\, feeling the cool arctic breezes as you explore this winter wonderland. With every step of the hardworking huskies\, feel the rhythm of the wild\, showcasing the lasting charm of Lapland. This journey is not just a ride; it’s a close encounter with nature\, a touching experience of the old wilderness that promises to leave your heart wanting more. \nYou can choose between two ride options\, Jenga (500 m) and Tiny Quarter (2 km).   \nDURATION: A couple of minutes (Jenga) – 8 minutes (Tiny Quarter)PRICE (Jenga): 35 € (adults) / 25 € (children 4 – 12 years)PRICE (Tiny Quarter): 49 € (adults) / 35 € (children 4-12 years)Max. 100 persons \nSUNDAY\, 26 JAN  \n19:00 – 22:00 Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience \nWhat could be a more exciting start for your stay in the Arctic than a dinner surrounded by snow and ice?! Ice restaurant is located within the Arctic SnowHotel\, a 30-minute drive from Rovaniemi. Before the dinner\, SnowHotel’s guide will tell you about the construction\, operation and special features of the SnowHotel during the memorable guided tour through the beautiful rooms of the hotel and arctic specialties\, such as the snow sauna. At the end of the tour\, there is a possibility to order a shot from the ice bar for an additional fee\, served in a glass made from ice. The Ice Restaurant built of snow and ice provides a unique setting for an unforgettable dinner serving up hot Lappish delicacies savoured around ice tables. You can pick your culinary experience from four different menus: Elk\, Chicken\, Salmon\, or Vegetarian Menu. Guaranteed to taste as good as it looks!  \nDURATION: 3 hoursPRICE: 149€ (adults) / 89€ (children 2-12 years)Min. 5 persons – Max. 80 persons \nTUESDAY\, 28 JAN \n19:00- 22:00 Aurora Hunting \nDuring the night\, we normally go to 2-3 different locations which are always chosen according to local weather conditions and photographic opportunities. This means that if we have a clear sky and a possibility to see the Aurora 100 km away\, we will take the chance and drive you there. \nDURATION: 3 hoursPRICE: 120€ (adults) / 60€ (kids)Min. 15 persons – Max. 90 persons (we will go with several busses if needed) \nTHURSDAY\, 30 JAN  \n14:00 – 17:00 Snowmobile Safari to Reindeer Farm \nGo on an exciting snowmobile safari to real reindeer farm! First you will learn about our Lappish culture and reindeer husbandry. Everyone who passes a reindeer-driving test will be issued an international reindeer driver’s license and you will have the possibility of participating in a special Lapp ceremony of crossing the Arctic Circle. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or berry juice before returning back to town. NOTE! In this safari two participants share a snowmobile\, single driver option available.DURATION: 3 hoursPRICE: 191€ (adults) / 95€ (children 4-14 years)Min. 10 persons – Max. 40 persons \n  \nREGISTER FOR THE ICE RESTAURANT DINNER OR SNOW MOBILE SAFARI \nREGISTER FOR THE HUSKY RIDE \nREGISTER FOR NORTHERN LIGHTS HUNTING \nLooking for daily activities for avecs/accompanying persons? Please contact directly the well-known operator Lapland Safaris: info@laplandsafaris.fi. They have plenty of amazing options for each day\, and you will be taken care of by a very professional team. \n Accommodation \n\nACCOMMODATION\n\n \n\nLIFE2025 has two venues. Educa venue is Messukeskus in Helsinki. There are plenty of excellent options for accommodation in the city center or near Messukeskus. \nIn Rovaniemi\, the venue is at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus. The buses for the school visits also leave from this hotel. You can inquire about available rooms directly from the hotel.  \nsingle room 303 EUR/night \ndouble room 311 EUR/night \n  \nSanta’s Hotel Rudolf is located 500 meters from the Hotel Santa Claus\, and they share the same reception and breakfast restaurant. This is a more affordable option\, but still very comfortable. Special prices for LIFE2025 participants (just tell the hotel that you are joining LIFE2025): \nsingle room/ 139 EUR / night \ndouble room / 147 EUR / night \ntriple room/ 177 EUR / night \nBooking Santa’s Hotel or Rudolf: call +358 400 102 220 or send email at info.rovaniemi@santashotels.fi.  \nAnother highly recommended option is Forenom’s 3-year-old apartment building located only 100 meters from the venue. LIFE2025 participants will get a 10% discount (ask for a code). \nAs January is the high season in Rovaniemi\, we recommend booking your hotel roomquickly. All bookings directly to the hotel/hostel/apartment/igloos: \nWant a unique experience that you will never forget? \n\nSpend the last night of your trip in the SnowHotel or Igloo! \n\nSanta’s Igloos Arctic Circle\nArctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos\n\nOther accommodation options in the city center \n\nCafé Hostel Koti\nEconomy Hotel Rudolf\nHotel Aakenus\nScandic Pohjanhovi \nScandic Rovaniemi City\nScandic Polar\nCity Hotel\nSokos Hotel Vaakuna\nHotel Arctic Light\n\n\n General Information on Rovaniemi \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON ROVANIEMI\n \nRovaniemi is the administrative capital and commercial center of Finland’s Lapland. \nThe city is about 800 km north of Helsinki\, the capital of Finland. In the past few decades\, Rovaniemi has grown into a busy and active town with now more than 63\,000 inhabitants. Rovaniemi is also the educational center of Lapland\, and there are two universities located in Rovaniemi. The University of Lapland is the northernmost university in Finland and the European Union. Lapland University for Applied Sciences has its home base in Rovaniemi. The unique location of Rovaniemi on the Arctic Circle  attracts more than 400\,000 tourists each year from all over the world. Visit Rovaniemi‘s website for more information. \nHow to get there \nDespite its northern location\, Rovaniemi is well connected to the rest of the world. From abroad\, it’s easiest to reach the city via a short flight from Helsinki. Daily flights between Rovaniemi and Helsinki are operated by Finnair throughout the year. In addition\, more and more airlines offer direct flights to Rovaniemi. \nFinnairNorwegian \nTrainFor those who don’t wish to stay an extra night in Helsinki or Rovaniemi\, a night train and sleeping compartment can be an interesting\, exotic\, economical\, and sustainable option.  There are two night trains available every day\, and the trains during the daylight offer a good opportunity to see more of Finland. Visit VR for more information. \nHow to get from the airport/railway station to the hotels \nAirport Express \nThis bus service from the airport to the city center and back drives to all the central hotels and the bus station in approx. 15 minutes for 7-12€ per person. Airport Express departs from the airport after every flight arrival. Check your hotel reception about the pickup time from your hotel back to the airport. For further information call +358 (0)16 – 362 222.  \nThe railway station is located about 1.5 kilometers from the city center. There is no direct bus connection. The easiest way to get to the hotel is to either walk or take a taxi.  \nTaxi \nNormal Taxi: The price from the airport to the city center is approx. 20€. \nFinnish taxis are reliable and accept credit cards. The following taxi companies operate in Rovaniemi: \nRovaniemi Taxi Service \nTaksi Rovaniemi \nMenevä \nCar rentals \nAll major car rentals have an office in Rovaniemi for those interested in traveling around the surrounding areas and Lapland by themselves.  \nWeather in Rovaniemi \nIn January-February\, the average temperatures are around -11 degrees (Celsius). So have that in mind when choosing your clothing. For the winter activities\, however\, there is always proper clothing available for the participants. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Rovaniemi. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but most people speak basic English. Those who work in tourism speak excellent English. The language of LIFE2023 is English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and they accept all major credit cards. In addition\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is UTC/GMT+2 \n General Information on Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about LIFE2025 and Husky Rides\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Sofia Helsinki MembersSofiankatu 4 C00170 HELSINKIFINLANDTel. +358 504 128 179Email: info@visitedufinn.com \nFor additional information about the rest of the WINTER ACTIVITIES\, please contact: \nLapland SafarisKoskikatu 196200 Rovaniemi Tel: +358 16 33 11 200 E-mail: info@laplandsafaris.fi \n \n Register now\n \nWe welcome you to LIFE2025 – SHADOWING EXPERIENCE:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US\n \nLorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus\, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis\, pulvinar dapibus leo. URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/life2025/ LOCATION:Rovaniemi\, Rovaniemi\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/banner-LIFE2025-WEB-JPM.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241209T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241209T123000 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20230424T164156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T072831Z UID:29095-1733743800-1733747400@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Free Finnish School Visit Tasting - Next Session on DECEMBER 9\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nFree Finnish School Visit Tasting\nVisitEDUfinn is now giving everyone a chance to visit a Finnish classroom\, free of charge! Our Free Finnish School Visit Tasting is for everyone who would like to get a “taste” for what happens in a Finnish classroom. You will have the opportunity to interact with a Finnish teacher and other participants\, and gain a better understanding of the basic principles of Finnish education. \nDuring the Tasting\, you will be able to observe real classroom action through Zoom and have dialogue with the teacher. The visit lasts approximately one hour\, and afterwards the Zoom link will remain open for the participants to network\, share\, and discuss what questions arose during the short sampling of Finnish education. \nEach visit has a different theme and different teachers\, so you will learn something new during each Tasting Visit. However\, as the name indicates\, these visits are only for getting a small taste– there is no pedagogical expert hosting the event or explaining how everything seen in the classroom is related to Finnish education. Therefore\, it is strongly recommended that you familiarize yourself with the basics of Finnish education beforehand. On our website\, there are free materials and links. In addition\, we have Online Courses about Finnish education. \nFor those hungry for more after our tasting\, we offer longer School Visits both online and onsite\, and Job Shadowing experiences. Ultimately\, if you crave a full-course experience of Finnish education\, you are welcome to join our Study Tours in Finland. \nIMPORTANT! These visits are not recorded\, so please do not register unless you are able to attend the live session. \nNext Tasting (LIVE Virtual): \nDate: Monday\, December 9\, 2024 \nTime: 11:30 -12:15 AM Helsinki/EET (UTC/GMT+2) \nLesson theme: 6th grade\, digital learning \nPlease check the correct time in your country\, for instance using https://www.thetimezoneconverter.com/ \nTHIS SESSION IS FULLY BOOKED (125 REGISTRATIONS) – REGISTRATION CLOSED \n  URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/free-finnish-school-visit-tasting/ CATEGORIES:online services,school visit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/open-school-visit-Christmas-SpecialArtboard-1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240825 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240901 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20230713T081723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T220232Z UID:30574-1724544000-1725148799@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:L'Éducation pour le 21e Siècle - Le Modèle Finlandais DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nUne immersion dans l’innovation éducative\n Explorez\, Échangez\, Évoluez\n\nRejoignez notre cours de 7 jours à Helsinki\, Finland\n**L’inscription est disponible MAINTENANT!**\n25-31 août 2024\nNous invitons les enseignants de tous les niveaux scolaires à chercher de nouvelle inspiration professionnelle en Finlande. Nous sommes célèbres pour l’éducation et le bonheur\, et nous voulons partager nos expériences avec vous! Une école innovante et\, d’une part\, le bien-être des enseignants et des élèves\, l’absence de précipitation et de stress. Comment ces éléments s’emboîtent-ils et comment pouvons-nous permettre aux élèves d’apprendre à leur propre rythme en ce 21e siècle chargé ? \nTous les pays ont leurs propres forces en matière d’éducation\, mais voir des pratiques différentes est toujours favorable et fait nourrir de nouveaux projets et rêves. Cette cours de formation de 7 jours est conçu pour répondre aux exigences de qualité pour les formations Erasmus+ KA1. Nous ne prétendons pas avoir réinventé l’éducation\, mais notre ambition est de fournir un forum de discussion\, d’inspiration et de partage de bonnes pratiques pour enrichir le développement professionnel des enseignants. Bienvenue dans la découverte de l’éducation finlandaise! \n Plusieurs visites scolaires incluses \n\n Frais d’inscription \n 660€ \n\n\n Réduction de groupe disponible\n \n\n Forfait repas 140€\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n Inscrivez-vous (L’inscription se fait sur le site de notre entreprise sœur\, Euneos)\n \nEXPÉRIENCES CLIENTS\n\n\n“J’ai adoré voir le mode de vie Finlandais. Pouvoir comprendre cette culture différente\, orienté vers la nature depuis la plus petite enfant afin de consolider les bases d’un mode de vie sain et dynamique.”\n \n Participant de session printemps 2024\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAMME\n \n Introduction\n Programme\n ERASMUS+\n Frais d’inscription\n Formateurs et experts\n Information générale\n Helsinki\n Nous contacter\n Introduction \nLeçons de la Finlande \nAu 21ème siècle\, l’école finlandaise continue d’être reconnue comme un modèle d’excellence dans le domaine de l’éducation. Certaines raisons principales pour lesquelles le système éducatif finlandais est considéré comme bénéfique pour le bien-être des élèves et enseignants comprennent: \n1. Moins de pression académique : Le système éducatif finlandais met l’accent sur l’apprentissage par le jeu\, la créativité et l’épanouissement de chaque élève. Cette approche favorise la curiosité et l’engagement. \n2. Accès équitable à l’éducation : Le système éducatif finlandais met l’accent sur l’égalité des chances en offrant un accès équitable à l’éducation pour tous les étudiants\, quel que soit leur statut socioéconomique ou leur origine ethnique. Cela crée un environnement inclusif qui favorise le bien-être des élèves.  \n3. Temps de travail équilibré : Les journées d’école en Finlande sont relativement courtes\, avec beaucoup de temps pour les pauses et les activités récréatives. Cela permet aux élèves de se reposer\, de se détendre et de se concentrer sur d’autres aspects de leur développement personnel. \n4. Confiance envers les enseignants : En Finlande\, les enseignants sont hautement valorisés et font l’objet d’une confiance accrue de la part des autorités éducatives et des parents. Cela permet aux enseignants d’exercer leur métier avec autonomie et professionnalisme\, ce qui a un impact positif sur l’environnement d’apprentissage. \n5. Soutien individualisé : Les enseignants finlandais sont bien formés pour reconnaître les besoins individuels des étudiants et leur fournir un soutien approprié. Cela contribue à renforcer la confiance en soi et le sentiment d’appartenance à la communauté scolaire. \nIl est important de noter que chaque culture et système éducatif a ses propres forces et faiblesses. Le modèle finlandais n’est pas directement transférable à d’autres pays ou cultures\, car il est influencé par des facteurs socio-culturels spécifiques. Cependant\, il offre des idées et des pratiques intéressantes qui pourraient être adaptées et intégrées dans d’autres contextes éducatifs pour améliorer le bien-être des élèves.  \ntélécharger: Programme préliminaire (PDF) \n Programme \ntélécharger: Programme préliminaire (PDF) \nDIMANCHE\, 25 août \n\nouverture: faire connaissance & fixer les objectifs de la formation\nDîner de Bienvenue \n\nLUNDI\,  26 août \n\nIntroduction au système éducatif finlandais\nBien-être des étudiants à l’ère de l’intelligence artificielle : défis et solutions dans l’éducation moderne\nDéjeuner\nPromenade guidée à Helsinki\nSoirée libre\n\nMARDI\, 27 août \n\nVisite de terrain: jardin d’enfants/école maternelle\nDéjeuner\nSession séminaire : éducation de la petite enfance basée sur le jeu libre\nSoirée libre pour vos propres découvertes culturelles\n\nMERCREDI\, 28 août \n\nVisite de terrain: École primaire\nDéjeuner à l’école\nsession séminaire Les élements clés de l’écolefinlandaise: autonomie et confiance en soi et aux autres\nDévoiler les secrets de bonheur finlandais: Yoga dans la forêt et ”étreinte des arbres”\n\nJEUDI\, 29 août \n\nVisite de terrain: collège et lycée\nDéjeuner\nAtelier pratique: Les activités pedagogique plein air (possiblement avec un groupe d’élèves finlandais)\nSauna & Baignade dans la Mer Baltique \n\nVENDREDI\, 30 août \n\nSession séminaire: soutenir le bien-être et la santé mentale\ndéjeuner\nAnalyse socio-culturelle des pratique pédagogiques\nDîner ensemble\n\nSAMEDI\, 31 août \n\nFaire un plan d’action\nBrunch et remise des diplômes\n\n ERASMUS+ \nCours de formation pour les enseignants:  L’Éducation pour le 21e Siècle – Le Modèle Finlandais \nCe cours est éligible à être financer à 100% par le programme Erasmus+ (KA1 mobilité des individus). Le but du cours est de se familiariser avec des méthodes d’enseignement innovantes qui sont bénéfiques pour le bien-être global des enfants. \n  \nPublic cible  \n\nEnseignants de maternelle\, d’école primaire et de collège et lycée\nEnseignants en éducation spécialisée\nPersonnel de gestion et de leadership scolaire\nTous les autres experts non enseignants\n\nMéthodes de travail  \n\nExploration des préjugés\nAteliers (y compris avec des élèves finlandais)\nDiscussions facilitées / séances de remue-méninges\nTravail d’équipe et présentations\nVisites sur le terrain\nJournal d’apprentissage personnel\n\nRésultats attendus  \n\nAcquérir une compréhension approfondie des écoles et du système éducatif finlandais\nTrouver de nouvelles façons de soutenir le bien-être des élèves à l’école\nMettre en œuvre des sessions d’enseignement en utilisant des méthodes participatives\nCréer un plan de développement concret pour votre propre école.\n\n Frais d’inscription \nFRAIS D’INSCRIPTION \nCe cours est une opportunité très unique pour seulement 25 participants\, alors dépêchez-vous et inscrivez-vous à cet événement spécial aujourd’hui! Toutes les inscriptions doivent être faites en utilisant le formulaire d’inscription en ligne suivant. Les réservations seront traitées sur le principe du “premier arrivé\, premier servi”\, alors l’inscription précoce est le seul moyen d’assurer votre place. Les modes de paiement acceptés sont la carte de crédit et le virement bancaire. Si vous avez des problèmes ou des questions concernant la complétion du formulaire en ligne\, veuillez contacter info@visitedufinn.com. \nPrix \nSi vous bénéficiez du financement Erasmus+ KA1\, cela devrait couvrir les frais. Pour ceux qui viennent de pays hors UE\, il existe d’autres bourses de développement professionnel pour les enseignants. Nous avons essayé de maintenir les coûts aussi bas que possible afin que la participation auto-financée soit également une option réelle. \nLe prix du cours n’inclut pas la TVA finlandaise de 24%. Pour être exonéré de la TVA\, vous devez vous inscrire en tant que représentant/employé d’une école ou d’une organisation et\, lors de l’inscription\, joindre le certificat fiscal de votre école\, le code OID ou un document similaire. \nFrais de cours 660€ (hors TVA) par participant\, valable jusqu’au 15 mars\, 2024. \nForfait repas obligatoire 140€ (hors TVA) \nLes prix incluent: \n\nAccès gratuit de 30 jours aux cours en ligne sur l’éducation finlandaise\nProgramme L’Education pour le 21e Siècle\nDéjeuners et rafraîchissements chaque jour\nDîner de bienvenue et Dîner de clôture\nFrais d’entrée le cas échéant (par exemple\, L’Expérience Finlandaise Complète avec Sauna)\nMatériaux\nCertificats de participation\n\nAutres dépenses : billets d’avion\, hébergement et billets de transport local à acheter séparément \nPolitique d’annulation \nPré-inscription \nNous pouvons confirmer ce cours une fois que nous aurons reçu 10 inscriptions. Lorsque nous confirmons le cours\, nous envoyons également un lien pour payer par carte de crédit ou une facture. Notez que la pré-inscription est également contraignante; comme il y a un nombre minimum et maximum de participants\, chaque inscription compte. \nAnnulation par le participantToutes les annulations doivent être faites par email à info@visitedufinn.com au moins un mois avant le début du cours. Si vous n’annulez pas votre participation\, les frais complets vous seront facturés. Veuillez noter qu’une somme de 100€ (hors TVA) sera déduite de tous les remboursements. En cas d’empêchement\, la personne inscrite peut être remplacée par une autre personne de la même organisation en envoyant une notification à info@visitedufinn.com. \n Formateurs et experts \nFacilitatrice \nJohanna Havisto\, titrée en enseignement du FLE et de la psychologie. Elle a étudié en tant que matières secondaires la pédagogie spécialisée ainsi que l’écriture créative. Elle possède une expérience professionnelle dans le travail avec des individus de tous âges : du jardin d’enfants au collège et aussi dans l’enseignement pour adultes. Elle valorise la nouvelle compréhension et connaissance acquises à travers des contacts internationaux. Johanna aspire à partager les atouts majeurs de l’éducation finlandaise\, tels que le rythme paisible et la focalisation sur le bien-être des élèves. \n  \nLes autres conférenciers et experts seront annoncés au fur et à mesure. \n Information générale \n\nSe rendre de l’aéroport à votre hôtel \nPlusieurs compagnies de taxis proposent leurs services à l’aéroport. Le prix pour se rendre au centre-ville est d’environ 50 €. Il existe également des options de transport en commun ; la gare et la station de bus sont toutes deux situées à l’aéroport. Le prix est d’environ 5 €\, selon que vous payez en espèces ou utilisez une application ou une machine à billets. \n\nMétéo à Helsinki \nNous avons 4 saisons\, et toutes les saisons peuvent surprendre. Consultez le site Web de l’Institut météorologique finlandais avant de faire vos valises.  \nLangues parlées \nLes langues officielles en Finlande sont le finnois et le suédois\, mais pratiquement tout le monde parle anglais. En revanche\, il y a moins de locuteurs de français. La langue du cours est bien sûr le français. \nDevise \nL’unité monétaire finlandaise est l’euro. Il y a de nombreux distributeurs automatiques de billets ouverts 24 heures sur 24 et acceptant toutes les principales cartes de crédit. De plus\, Visa et Mastercard sont largement acceptés presque partout (hôtels\, restaurants\, magasins\, taxis\, cafétérias\, bars\, etc.). \nTension \nLe courant électrique en Finlande est de 230V\, 50Hz. Les prises sont de taille continentale à deux broches. \nHeure \nL’heure en Finlande est GMT/UTC+2 (pendant l’été +3). \nTemps libre à Helsinki \n\nWhat’s up in Helsinki during your study visit?\nDesign and shopping tips in Helsinki!\nDo not miss Oodi\, the Temppeliaukio Church\,and the Old Market Hall!\nMore recommendations for our clients.\nDownload our compact guide to Helsinki and Finland.\n\n Helsinki \nHelsinki – la ville la plus cool du monde? \nProbablement oui ! Dans la capitale de la Finlande\, on trouve l’influence de nos voisins\, la Suède et la Russie\, mais la ville reste unique. C’est une métropole moderne avec plus de 650 000 habitants (1\,5 million dans la grande région métropolitaine) et pourtant\, on n’est jamais à plus de 10 minutes à pied de la nature. En une même journée\, vous pouvez cueillir des baies dans une forêt et profiter de l’agitation de la ville. Helsinki est une grande ville animée qui ne dort jamais\, mais tellement sûre que l’on peut y voir des élèves de 7 ans prendre le tramway tout seuls pour aller à l’école. \nEn ressentant la brise fraîche de la mer Baltique en vous promenant dans les rues pittoresques\, il n’est pas si difficile d’imaginer pourquoi les Finlandais sont la nation la plus heureuse du monde. Après la promenade\, réchauffez-vous avec une tasse de café et une brioche à la cannelle. Ces pauses café avec des amis et des collègues sont des moments presque sacrés pour les Finlandais. \nPendant votre séjour à Helsinki\, découvrez les bibliothèques en tant qu’innovation sociale dans l’éducation finlandaise\, les musées interactifs\, les îles autour de Helsinki et le sauna. Il y a beaucoup d’autres attractions qui promettent une expérience inoubliable à Helsinki\, comme le studio d’Alvar Aalto\, la cathédrale d’Helsinki par Carl Ludvig Engel\, la place du Sénat\, le vieux marché couvert\, le sauna et restaurant Löyly\, et bien plus encore. \nConsultez ce qui se passe à Helsinki pendant votre visit \n  \n  \n  \n Nous contacter \n\nPour savoir plus\n\nPour obtenir des informations supplémentaires sur les inscriptions\, les paiements et les factures\, veuillez contacter : \nEuneos CorporationMäntyviita 7H02110 EspooEmail: courses@euneos.fi \nPour toute autre question concernant ce cours\, veuillez contacter : \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Sofia Helsinki MembersSofiankatu 4 C00170 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com\n \n INSCRIPTION (L'inscription se fait sur le site de notre entreprise sœur\, Euneos)\n \n\n Want to know more about our Events?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/leducation-pour-le-21e-siecle-le-modele-finlandais/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/french-course-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240526 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20231004T114035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T212806Z UID:32899-1716076800-1716681599@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:The Art of Happy Learning Practices – Spring2024 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nThe Art of Happy Learning Practices – Discover Finnish education\, happiness and nature pedagogics \nJoin our 7-day course in Helsinki\, Finland\n**Registration is closed**\nIf you missed this course\, don’t worry! Our sister company Eunoes\, organizes a very similar course: \n\nKeys to Well-Being- Happy students learn better\, June 2-8\, 2024\n\nIn addition\, we have these confirmed courses in Finland during Spring 2024: \n\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers and principals of grades 10-12\, March 17-23\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nL’Éducation pour le 21e Siècle – Le Modèle Finlandais\, April 14-20\, 2024\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  Refugees and Migrants\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers of grades 1-9 (age 6-15 yrs.)\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Math Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture AI Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Language Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n Future Education – Learning for Life\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  for all school levels\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nJoin us on a 7-day exploration of Finnish education\, happiness\, and nature pedagogics. Dive deep into the essence of happiness from an educational perspective: how Finland cultivates a school community where trust\, freedom\, and happiness thrive. What roles do schools and teachers play in Finland’s consistent first-place ranking in the World Happiness Report for six consecutive years? Unveil the secrets behind Finland’s renowned education system and the nation’s happiness\, and experience the power of nature-based learning. As you traverse the unique Finnish landscape\, uncover the keys to happiness by exploring its lifestyle\, education system\, and principles of the welfare state. Empower and recharge yourself amidst the tranquil embrace of nature and discover practical methods to enhance both your and your pupils’ well-being. With limited availability and only 25 places on offer\, seize this exclusive opportunity to witness and learn from the best. Reserve your spot now! \nCan’t wait? You can start finding your inner Finn right away\, so that you are better prepared for our course in May 2024. \n Unveil the secrets of happiness \n\n Course fee \n 660€ \n\n\n Group discounts available\n \n\n Meal package for additional 140€\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“What I valued the most about the course was the immersive hands-on experience that facilitated a deeper understanding of the concept of design thinking and the potential challenges encountered by teachers and students.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “The most enjoyable and beneficial parts of the course were the active and creative activities\, visits to museums\, educational institutions\, and the chance to connect with colleagues from different countries.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a more engaging approach to learning.\nBy working collaboratively in groups\, we were able to consider multiple perspectives and come up with innovative solutions to common problems.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Introduction\n Program\n Registration and prices\n Trainer\n Erasmus+\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Helsinki\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Introduction \nDefining Happiness \nHappiness is not just a feel-good emotion\, but\, when understood more broadly\, it is a deeper state of contentment that guides our entire lives\, enhancing our physical and mental well-being and relationships. In the professional sphere\, happy individuals are often more productive\, more innovative\, and can navigate challenges with greater resilience. \nBut this is not a self-help course\, and we do not try to oversimplify the essence of happiness to the point where every individual can decide to be happy.  \nWe take into account the sociocultural context and strive to highlight structural factors through which communities\, such as society or school\, can enhance the conditions for their members’ happiness. \n  \nWhat do the Finns who top the world happiness index year after year say about this concept so hard to define? \n“It comes as a byproduct when one forgets self-worship and focuses on serving people.“ \n“Above all\, happiness is a normal\, steady and good everyday life. The basics are fine. A good life also includes something that doesn’t always feel happy.” \n“The forest is my second home. It’s easy to be there and explore your own thoughts. Even death can be better understood through nature. Although I am not religious\, we are all governed by the same laws of nature.” \n“For me\, happiness is freedom: I get to do what I want and look how I want.” \nFinnish happiness is connection to others\, the freedom to be oneself\, enjoying the ordinary everyday life\, and a deep connection to nature. The old Finnish proverb says “He who has happiness should hide it.” However\, we want to share our happiness with all of you. Welcome! \n Program \nCore themes of the course \n\nThe Finnish welfare state and Finnish education system overview\nThe role of nature in Finnish society\nNature pedagogics\nHappiness in the Finnish society\nThe Finnish lifestyle (Balance and happiness)\nApplying Finnish principles in different settings\n\nTentative day-by-day program \nSUNDAY – Welcome words\, introduction and getting to know each other \n\nArriving at the venue\nWelcome lunch\nLecture: Introduction to the Finnish welfare state and education system\nSauna and swimming\n\n  \nMONDAY – Nature as a part of Finnish identity \n\nBreakfast\nThe role of nature in Finnish society\nLunch break\nSocratic walk as a pedagogical activity\n\n  \nTUESDAY – Nature pedagogies \n\nBreakfast\nLearning through and about nature\nLunch break\nWorkshop: How to implement nature pedagogy in your own environment?\nForest trip and learning about every man’s rights\n\n  \nWEDNESDAY- Happiness in Finnish context \n\nBreakfast\nLecture: The happiness in Finnish society. Onnellisuus= being content with life\nLunch break\nWhat does Finnish happiness mean? Interactive discussion\nOptional evening activities\n\n  \nTHURSDAY – Drawing inspiration from Finnish happiness to your own life and school community \n\nBreakfast\nBalance & Gratitude workshop: Finding balance in your own life\nLunch break\nPromoting happiness in your schools: Strategies to create happiness in school culture\nInternational conference dinner\n\n  \nFRIDAY – Analysing and recognizing different cultural settings\, preparing an action plan \n\nBreakfast\nAdapting Finnish Happiness Principles to Diverse Cultural Contexts\nLunch break\nFREE AFTERNOON (preparing your own action plan)\n\n  \nSATURDAY – Wrap-up and feedback \n\nBreakfast\nWrap-up session\, time for discussion. Reviewing key takeaways\nFarewell lunch\nTransfer back to Helsinki\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nIf you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER  \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€ \nPrice includes \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nCourse program\nEntrance fees (on the planned excursions)\nMaterials\nCertificates of attendance \n\nThe meal package (140€ excl. VAT) is obligatory\, and it includes: \n\n6 lunches (including a School lunch)\, 2 dinners\, and refreshments and coffee during conference sessions.\n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately. \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€). \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refund. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainer \nTRAINER\nMs. Melina Rauhala \n \n  \n\nMs. Rauhala (BA) is an enthusiast in lifelong learning. Ms. Rauhala has worked for VisitEDUfinn as a school visit coordinator during the school year 2022-2023 and is currently working as a freelancer lecturer/host. She is an education professional\, completing her Master of Arts in Education by summer 2024. As a part of her studies\, she is completing teacher training studies in adult education and learning by Spring 2024. During her studies\, she has been focusing on psychology\, business administration\, and sociology.  Ms. Rauhala is especially interested in adult learning and the Finnish education system. Melina has up-to-date academic knowledge of education. Melina’s interests include comparative and international education\, and she believes you can change the world through education. \n\n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title:  \nThe Art of Happy Learning Practices \nAudience \n\nTeachers at all levels from kindergarten to secondary and adult education\nSpecial education teachers\nSchool management and leadership\nAll other education professionals\n\nWorking methods \n\nWorkshops\nFacilitated discussions \nLearning through and about nature\nTeamwork and Presentations\nLearning diary/ action plan   \n\nCourse outcomes \n\nUnderstanding of the Finnish Education System: Participants will gain a comprehensive overview of Finland’s renowned education system and how it contributes to the nation’s overall happiness and well-being.\nInsight into Nature Pedagogics: Participants will learn about the significance of nature in Finnish society and how nature pedagogics plays a vital role in the learning process.\nAppreciation of the Finnish Lifestyle: Through exploring the Finnish lifestyle\, participants will understand the balance between work and leisure and how it contributes to happiness in society.\nKnowledge of the Finnish Welfare State: Attendees will become familiar with the structure and benefits of the Finnish welfare state\, which plays a crucial role in supporting the country’s education system and overall well-being.\nApplication of Finnish Principles: Participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to apply Finnish principles in various settings\, allowing them to incorporate elements of the Finnish education system\, lifestyle\, and nature pedagogics into their own contexts.\n\nThese outcomes will provide participants with a holistic understanding of the factors that contribute to Finland’s success in education and overall happiness. \nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nThe course will be held in a nature-friendly resort near Helsinki. We will announce the location on this page soon. Each participant will pay for their accommodation directly to the lodging place. \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \n  \n Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \nHow is education in Finland?  \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/the-art-of-happy-learning-practices/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Banner-HappyArtboard-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240505 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240512 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20230726T133344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T124845Z UID:31173-1714867200-1715471999@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Innovative teaching and learning methods - Spring2024 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nInnovative Teaching and Learning Methods\nJoin our 7-day course in Helsinki\, Finland\n**Registration is closed**\nNext session in August 19-23\, 2024Click for more information! \nIf you missed this course\, don’t worry! We have these confirmed courses in Finland during Spring 2024: \n\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers and principals of grades 10-12\, March 17-23\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nL’Éducation pour le 21e Siècle – Le Modèle Finlandais\, April 14-20\, 2024\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  Refugees and Migrants\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers of grades 1-9 (age 6-15 yrs.)\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Math Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture AI Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Language Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n Future Education – Learning for Life\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  for all school levels\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nKeys to Well-Being- Happy students learn better\, June 2-8\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nATTENTION TEACHERS AND EDUCATORS! The innovative teaching and learning methods course is coming back in October!  Join us in Helsinki\, Finland on OCT 6-12\, 2024. This 7-day session is confirmed\, you can make your plans without risk of cancellation.   \nInnovative teaching and learning methods \nThe fundamental purpose of this course is to experience in practice how innovative teaching and learning can be integrated into daily school life. \nWe invite all teachers passionate to develop their professional skills to participate. The course is open also for education professionals from outside the EU (Erasmus+ funding is not mandatory). The course combines theory with practical exercises and field visits.  During the seven-day course\, you will experiment with design thinking\, phenomenon-based learning and playful learning in a participatory learning environment. You will work on your own\, in pairs\, and in teams. We will visit a Finnish school to see students in action\, and for example Design Factory and Fazer Experience exhibition to see how innovative pedagogy is implemented in different ways. Active participation is essential to immerse yourself in Finnish education and culture\, as well as deepen your practices in multidisciplinary teaching/ learning methods. \n Only 20 places are available; reserve your spot now! \n SCHOOL VISIT INCLUDED \n\n Course fee \n 660€ \n\n\n Group discounts available\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“What I valued the most about the course was the immersive hands-on experience that facilitated a deeper understanding of the concept of design thinking and the potential challenges encountered by teachers and students.”\n ParticipantCourse Innovative Teaching and learning Methods in Finland 2023\n “The most enjoyable and beneficial parts of the course were the active and creative activities\, visits to museums\, educational institutions\, and the chance to connect with colleagues from different countries.”\n ParticipantCourse Innovative Teaching and learning Methods in Finland 2023\n “I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a more engaging approach to learning.\nBy working collaboratively in groups\, we were able to consider multiple perspectives and come up with innovative solutions to common problems.”\n ParticipantCourse Innovative Teaching and learning Methods in Finland 2023\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and prices\n Trainer\n Erasmus+\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Helsinki\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nTentative program  – Please note that minor changes are still possible!  \nSunday: Introduction to the course \n13:00 –16:00 ( Venue: To be confirmed later )  \n\nWelcome! \nIntroduction to the course \nGetting to know each other\nTeam forming\n\nDistance learning: Preparing for team presentation on Tue (1.5 hours)  \nMonday: Preparing your mind for innovation \n9.30-12.00   \n\nPreparing your mind for innovation\nDesign Thinking workshop\n\n12.00-13.00 Lunch  \n13:00-16:00 \n\nDesign thinking project – visit a learning center\nAfterschool club teacher job shadowing\n\nDistance learning: Design process models (1.5 hours) \nTuesday: Discovering innovation tools \n9:30-12:00  \n\nTeam introduction and design process presentation\nDigital collaboration tools\n\n12.00-13.00 Lunch  \n13:00-16:00 \n\nDesign factory visit   \n\nWednesday: Insights into Finnish education \n9:30-12:30    \n\nExperience Finnish education in practice: visit a local school and shadow classes. Opportunity to talk to teachers and pupils. \n\n12.30-13.00 Lunch \nFREE AFTERNOON \nDistance Learning: Phenomenon-based Learning in Finland (2 hour) \nThursday:  Idea presentation and action plan \n 9:30-12:30 \n\nInnovation Workshop\n\n12.30-13.30 Lunch \n13:30-16:00 \n\nDrama Workshop\n\nFriday: Deepening Your Experience \n10:00-12:00   \n\nVisit Fazer Experience Visitor Center\n\n12:00-13:00 Lunch  \n13:00-16:00   \n\nTeam presentation\n\nOptional visit in the evening:  EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art \nSaturday:  A walk down memory lane \n10:00-12:00 \n\nA walk down memory lane\nCourse certificates \n\n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nThe pre-registration deadline for this course is February 29\, 2024! \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe course will be confirmed later. For the moment\, we take binding pre-registrations. If you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nCourse program\nEntrance fees (on the planned excursions)\nMaterials\nCertificates of attendance  \n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately. Please note that we will recommend nice lunch places and public transportation for the trips\, but participants will be responsible for the lunch and transportationcost during the program. \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€). \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refund. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainer \nTRAINER\nAugust session (for other sessions\, we announce trainers later) \n \nJoni AlWindi is an award-winning Swedish/Finnish entrepreneur and EdTech pioneer\, economist\, consultant and multilingual promoter of innovative\, productive and pedagogical application of technology in education and training. \n\nWith work experience in Latin America since 2003\, as an English teacher\, independent education researcher and EdTech pioneer since 2008\, he’s now based in Finland since 2011. As a founder and co-founder of several entrepreneurial initiatives\, including with the University of Helsinki\, he’s focused on Finnish education and digital pedagogy\, training teachers in Finland and beyond since 2016 around the core message of attaining immediate impact through powerful methodologies and modern technology. \n He graduated from the Stockholm School of Economics and St Gallen University with a double Master’s in International Economics and International Management in 2009\, while already working as an independent education researcher and EdTech entrepreneur in Colombia. \nPublications:Handbook of International Development and Education (2015)http://www.e-elgar.com/shop/handbook-of-international-development-and-educationEdTech Journeysedtechjourneys.substack.com\n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: Innovative teaching and learning methods \nAudience \n\nKindergarten\, primary\, and secondary school teachers\nSpecial education teachers\nSchool management and leadership\nAll other non-teaching experts\n\nWorking methods \n\nWorkshops\nFacilitated discussions \nDistance Learning\nTeamwork and Presentations\nField visits   \n\nCourse outcomes \nAfter the course\, you will be able to \n\nGain insight into Finnish schools and education\nFacilitate team-building activities\nImplement teaching sessions by utilizing participatory methods\nApply design process to teaching and learning\nCombine your curriculum outcomes with Phenomenon-based Learning and Design Thinking\nCo-design multidisciplinary projects\nUse digital collaboration tools\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nThe participants can freely choose their accommodation. However\, we highly recommend being located close to Senate Square as the most interesting sights are within walking distance from the Square. Forenom offers comfortable accommodation in different locations around Helsinki area\, and our clients get 10% discount (ask for a code). For those with a limited budget\, Eurohostel is an excellent option.   \nTell us what kind of accommodation you prefer\, and we can help to find a place for your stay! \n \n  \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \n  \n Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \nHow is education in Finland?  \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/innovative-teaching-and-learning-methods-spring2024/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/INNOVATIVE-FINLAND-2024-links.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240421 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240428 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20230726T125322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231223T102326Z UID:31151-1713657600-1714262399@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Super Week of Sustainability - Spring2024 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nSuper Week of Sustainability \nJoin our 7-day course in Oulu\, Finland\n**Pre-registration is available NOW!**\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nSuper Week of Sustainability is your opportunity to learn from Finnish experts’ skills\, mindset and methods for teaching sustainable development topics. We will dive into the world of sustainable development from different perspectives and together walk towards creating more sustainable future. \nWe are delighted to partner with Educational and Cultural Services\, City of Oulu to provide teachers\, educators and school administrators from around the world tools to create the school of the future today. \nThe central and sometimes difficult themes of sustainable development affect us all. But instead of losing hope\, we can take an active role and act. The activity starts from interest and empathy towards nature and its diversity\, because what you value\, you want to take care of. That is the goal of the course: to take care of the future of the entire planet. \nThe themes of sustainable development must be brought to the fore in everything we do\, in everyday school life. The aim of the course is to create an understanding of these themes and to concretize them to the level of making. We believe that the promotion of these themes belongs to the entire school community\, not just to a few dedicated people. After the course\, you will have the tools to act and promote sustainable development in your own work community. \nJoin us and enhance your teaching skills and methodologies in an innovative network of experts and schools from early childhood education\, basic education\, and upper secondary school. Together we build sustainable future. \nThe course is organized by Educational and Cultural Services\, City of Oulu and VisitEDUfinn Ltd. We both have a track record of organizing educational events with the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 as required by the European Commission\, suitable for teachers with ERASMUS+ grant. ` \nCourse description\nSustainable development is one of the most crucial skills now and in the future. The purpose of this course is to give you the necessary skills\, mindset and tools to promote sustainable development education in your own work and school. We will dive into sustainability topics from different perspectives\, and offer you an opportunity to experience in practice\, how sustainability teaching and learning can be integrated to the daily school life. \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the topics of sustainable development education. The course is based on the Learning Stream for Sustainable Future created by the city of Oulu. The course approaches sustainable development from four perspectives: \n\nStrenghtening nature relationship\nCircular economy\nClimate competence\nUN’s Sustainable Development Goals\n\nThe participants will also learn the basics of the Finnish Curriculum\, gain insight into transversal competences in the Finnish Curriculum\, and how sustainability topics can be integrated into teaching. \nWe are all learners in the stream of a sustainable future and grow together towards a sustainable lifestyle. Our goal with this course is to equip you with the tools raise and educate ecosocial individuals\, who want to create a sustainable future for themselves and others. \nDon’t miss out!  \nSmall actions make a big difference \nAs teachers\, we should keep in mind the quote live as you preach.  \nFor this course\, it means the following small actions:  \n\nIf you travel eco-friendly without flying\, we give you a free ticket to either of our optional activities. \nIn Oulu\, we will mostly use public transport or walk to the different course sites (always when it is possible)\nThe meals served during the course are mostly vegetarian / low climate impact foods\n\n SCHOOL VISITS INCLUDED \n\n Course fee \n 660€ \n\n\n Group discounts available\n \n\n Meal package for additional 110€\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“The course provided a valuable and unforgettable experience through full immersion\, benefiting both personally and academically. It also presents a great opportunity to make new friends.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “The best part of the course was discovering a new methodology to effectively engage students in class\, getting to know teachers from other European countries and studying together in Finland. It was an experience like no other!”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “One of the highlights of the course was the warm and inviting atmosphere during meetings\, as well as the enriching cultural interactions in Finland.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “This experience was truly incredible! it confirmed that working in a group is absolutely essential for fostering motivation and meaningful teaching\, both for children as well as teachers. I can’t stress enough how important this experience has been for my personal and professional growth.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGcrYkHwE80\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nDOWNLOAD BROCHURE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Prices\n Trainers\n Erasmus+\n Optional Activities\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nTentative program  – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \nSUNDAY \nArrival to Finland and Oulu \nAfternoon session \n15:30-17:30Welcome session\, ice-breakers and introduction to the course \nMONDAY \n9:00-11:00Introduction:Finnish Education System and Transversal Competences \nLunch Break \n11:00-12:00Lunch in the City Center \n12:00-15:00Theme 1:Learning Stream for Sustainable Future \nUN’s Sustainable Development Goals in Education \nTUESDAY \n9:00-11:30Theme 2:Strengthening Nature Relationship \n11:30-12:00Transportation to the school \n12:00-15:00 School visit (including lunch) \n15:00-15:30Transportation from the school visit \nWEDNESDAY \n8:30-9:00Transportation to the school visit \n9:00-11:00School visit 2 \n11:00-12:00School Lunch \n12:00-12:30Transportation from the school visit \nTHURSDAY \n9:00-11:30Theme 3:Climate Competence \n11:30-12:00Transportation for the school visit \n12:00-12:45School Lunch \n12:45-15:00School visit 3 \n15:00-15:30Transportation from the school visit \nFRIDAY \n9:00-12:00Theme 4:Circular Economy in Education \n12:00-13:00Lunch in the City Center \nSATURDAY \n9:00-11:00Course’s Final Session \n11:00-12:00Brunch in the City Center \nTHANK YOU AND HAVE A NICE WEEKEND AND JOURNEY BACK HOME! \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nSpread the word about this course among your colleagues! \n Registration and Prices \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nThe pre-registration deadline for this course is February 29\, 2024! \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe course will be confirmed later. For the moment\, we take binding pre-registrations. If you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes  \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nAdmission to all sessions\nCourse materials\nSchool visits\nCertificate of attendance\nPossibility to participate in the optional cultural activities (additional fees apply)\n\nThe meal package (110€ excl. VAT) is obligatory and it includes: \n\nFive lunches and coffee/tea during breaks\nFarewell Brunch\n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately.  \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€). \n  \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIn case the course is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nAny questions about the registration or payments? Please contact info@visitedufinn.com. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainers \nTRAINERS \n \nJussi Tomberg\, Senior Advisor for Sustainability \nHead of Project\, Coordination of Finnish AspNet Schools  \nJussi works with sustainability and SDG themes. He works as an advisory teacher for sustainability in the Educational and Cultural Services of the City of Oulu\, Finland. At the moment\, he develops the sustainable path for education in Finland and supports UNESCO ASPNet schools with SDG themes. Mr. Tomberg is the Head of Finnish National UNESCO ASP network project. Mr Tomberg has also worked as a Biology and Geography teacher in secondary and upper secondary schools\, and as an in-service Training Educator. Motto: What you don’t know\, you can’t respect. \n \nPaula Ratava works as an Advisory Teacher for Sustainable Future in the City of Oulu. Her expertise lies in education for sustainability in general and especially in climate and environmental issues. As a background\, she has graduated as an environmental educator and expert and also as a teacher of Biology\, Geography\, and Languages. Ms. Ratava is really keen on hope and solutions-oriented education for sustainability\, so her mostly used keywords are probably “realistic hope”\, “constructive dialogue” and “the community level of action”. Her working days consist of planning materials\, training and events for teachers and students\, advising schools in sustainability issues and managing development projects on education for sustainability funded by the Finnish National Agency for Education. \n \nEemeli Alanne (Master of Arts in Education) works as an advisory teacher for entrepreneurship education in the City of Oulu. Eemeli is an education professional with a special focus on entrepreneurship\, working life readiness and sustainability. He loves learning new things and applying the theory into practice. He holds degrees in hospitality management\, education & globalization and currently is doing MBA in leading sustainable growth. He has worked with NGOs in the field as well as the public sector. He has worked with thousands of students from 3rd graders to adults to understand entrepreneurship better. He has developed learning materials and facilitated events for hundreds of people. Eemeli thinks entrepreneurship is a learning process and a mindset. \nEemeli is energetic and passionate about the things he does. Working with him is not only about talking\, it’s about doing\, which is at the core of entrepreneurial behaviour. \n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: Super Week of Sustainability \nCourse description \nSustainable development is one of the most crucial skills now and in the future. The purpose of this course is to give you the necessary skills\, mindset and tools to promote sustainable development education in your own work and school. We will dive into sustainability topics from different perspectives\, and offer you an opportunity to experience in practice\, how sustainability teaching and learning can be integrated to the daily school life. \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the topics of sustainable development education. The course is based on the Learning Stream for Sustainable Future created by the city of Oulu. The course approaches sustainable development from four perspectives: \n\nStrenghtening nature relationship\nCircular economy\nClimate competence\nUN’s Sustainable Development Goals\n\nThe participants will also learn the basics of the Finnish Curriculum\, gain insight into transversal competences in the Finnish Curriculum\, and how sustainability topics can be integrated into teaching. \nWe are all learners in the stream of a sustainable future and grow together towards a sustainable lifestyle. Our goal with course is to equip you with the tools raise and educate ecosocial individuals\, who want to create a sustainable future for themselves and others. \nLearning outcomes \nThe training course aims to give you the knowledge and understanding to develop and implement sustainable development education in your own work and school. The course has the following learning goals: \n\nParticipants understand the different elements of sustainable development education and can identify their connection to own work.\nParticipants can combine one’s curriculum goals with sustainable development topics.\nParticipants know how to use different pedagogical methods to implement and integrate sustainability into teaching in a meaningful way.\nParticipants can act as change makers in their own institutions and further develop themselves and organizations towards sustainable lifestyle and work culture.\n\nWorking methods \nThe training course uses different methods to enhance the learning experience. The working methods include: \n\n\n\nLectures and presentations\nSchool visits \nWorkshops\nGroup work and discussions\n\n\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Optional Activities \nOPTIONAL ACTIVITIES\nWednesday afternoon:  \n \nExcursion to the Sanginjoki nature reserve – Doing by hand \nWelcome to the old forest ranger’s house “Loppula” and its surroundings in Sanginjoki nature reserve (https://www.nationalparks.fi/sanginjoki). Local nature organizations renovated the house in 2023 to serve travelers in the area. \nReed is a typical plant that causes problems for local lakes here in Finland. Water restoration can produce good material\, for example\, for craft use. This trip shows an excellent example of a small-scale circular economy. In this excursion You will get familiarized with the reed and its possibilities as a craft material. You will get to make your own reed necklace or decorative cone. You will also enjoy a short walk in the forest and snacks by the campfire. Our instructors with You during the activity are Johanna Riepula and Rita Porkka. \nMore information and inscription: Doing by hand \n \nFriday afternoon:  \nExcursion to the Sanginjoki nature reserve – body and mind \nWelcome to Korpilampi Trail in Sanginjoki. It is about 2 kilometers long path through the beautiful old forest (https://www.nationalparks.fi/sanginjoki/trails#korpilammenkierros). There is a campfire site and a lean-to shelter on the northern shore of Korpilampi Pond. \nThis is the best way to strengthen Your nature relationship! This afternoon offers You both body and mind relaxation in a Finnish forest. You will get tools for recovery with a taste of forestmind (Forestmind (metsamieli.fi)) while forest yoga will relax your body. You will also enjoy a short walk in the forest and snacks by the campfire. Our instructors with you during the activity are Laura Rahikkala and Rita Porkka.  \nMore information and inscription: Body and Mind \n \n Accommodation \n\nACCOMMODATION\n \nThe main venue of the course is the historic building Aleksinkulma. Aleksinkulma is located in the city center of Oulu.  \n\n\n\nHotels:  \n\n\nHotel Arina \nRadisson Blu Oulu \nDe Gamlas Hem \nGreen Star Hotel (This is the first carbon-neutral hotel chain in Finland) \nScandic Station Oulu \nScandic Oulu City \nBest Western Hotel Apollo \n\nFurnished apartments:  \nForenom offers comfortable accommodation in several different locations in Oulu\, and the participants get a 10% discount with the code VISITEDU10 \n\n General Information \nGENERAL INFORMATION\nThe City of Oulu is the capital of northern Finland. \nOulu is located by the Gulf of Bothnia\, at the mouth of Oulu River\, about 600 km north of the capital city Helsinki. The name Oulu comes from a word in the Sami language meaning floodwater. The city of Oulu combines Northern hospitality\, nature and culture with modern technology. Oulu has over 200 000 inhabitants\, and its investment in education\, research and innovation makes it the fastest growing region in Finland. Oulu has been designated the European Capital of Culture in 2026.   \nHow to get there \nDespite its northern location\, Oulu is well connected to the rest of the world. Oulu airport is the third busiest in Finland\, and there are several connective flights every day from Helsinki. \nFinnair \nLufthansa  (Direct flights from Munich to Oulu) \nBy TrainOulu is easily reachable by train as well with several daily connections from Helsinki. It is an economical and sustainable option.  There are two overnighters available every day\, and the trains during the daylight offer a good opportunity to see more of Finland. Oulu railway station is located in the city center\, walking distance from most hotels. Visit VR for more information. \nHow to get from the airport to city center \nCity busses\, routes 8 and 9\, run daily from early morning to late night via Oulu city centre to Oulu Airport. Travel time from city centre to airport is approximately 25-30 minutes on both routes. \nName of the Oulu Airport bus stop is Lentoasema (ID-number 2646). The bus stop is located right in front of the airport terminal. \nIn Oulu city centre name of the bus stop is Kaupungintalo E (ID-number 2087) when travelling to airport and Kaupungintalo P (ID-number 2101) when arriving at city centre. \nAdult ticket is 5\,80€ \nRead more about public transport in Oulu. \nTAXI \nNormal Taxi: The price from the airport to the city center is approx. 40€ \nFinnish taxis are reliable and accept credit cards. The following taxi companies operate in Oulu: \nOTAXI \nMENEVÄ \nCar rentals \nAll major car rentals have an office in Oulu for those interested in traveling around the surrounding areas by themselves.  \nWeather in Oulu \nIn March\, the average maximum daytime temperature lies around -1.0°C . So it is still cold\, but the brightness of the days invites you to enjoy the spring. In addition to new technologies\, outdoor activities play an important role in the everyday life of Finnish school children and in the lifestyle of Finns in general (just to bear in mind when choosing your clothing).  Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Rovaniemi. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English; especially the people involved in tourism speak excellent English. Course language is English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is UTC/GMT+2 \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nHow is education in Finland? \nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\nRead more about Finnish Education.  \n Contact Information \n\n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n\n \n \n Register now\n \n \nWe welcome you to a Super Week of Sustainability in Oulu\, Finland.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/super-week-of-sustainability-spring2024/ LOCATION:Oulu\, Oulu\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Sustainability-2024-small.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240414 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240421 DTSTAMP:20250519T080941 CREATED:20230726T123323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T211830Z UID:31133-1713052800-1713657599@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Phenomenal learning put into practise - Spring2024 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nPhenomenal learning put into practice\nJoin our 7-day course in Helsinki\, Finland! **Registration is closed**\nIf you missed this course\, don’t worry! We have these confirmed courses in Finland during Spring 2024: \n\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers and principals of grades 10-12\, March 17-23\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nL’Éducation pour le 21e Siècle – Le Modèle Finlandais\, April 14-20\, 2024\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  Refugees and Migrants\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers of grades 1-9 (age 6-15 yrs.)\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Math Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture AI Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Language Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n Future Education – Learning for Life\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  for all school levels\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nKeys to Well-Being- Happy students learn better\, June 2-8\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n\n\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe Finnish national curriculum introduces phenomenal\, multidisciplinary learning. It means thatinstead of individual subject areas focusing on the themes of phenomena\, the different disciplinesare combined\, and thus it can be examined wider and from different perspectives.The common objective for phenomenal learning is to support the holistic development of children.Students need to find ways to contribute and to become active members of the society. School inFinland is seen as a community and learners as active builders of knowledge. The aim of educationis to create the conditions for lifelong learning\, which is an integral part of building a good life. \nThe course introduces you topics such as Finnish double flip\, environmental education\, gamifiedmathematics and coding. The different pedagogical approaches from Finnish schools andclassrooms offer practical ideas how to promote phenomenal learning and whole schoolcollaboration\, even beyond. \nDuring the course you will learn more about phenomenal learning put into action via lectures\, groupwork\, assignments\, peer learning and a visit to a Finnish school. You also get to enjoy a bit of Finnish culture\, explore beautiful Helsinki and why not to experience sauna as well as a dip in the sea too! \nWe hope to see you in April 2024! \n SCHOOL VISIT INCLUDED \n\n Course fee \n 660€ \n\n\n Group discounts available\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“The course provided a valuable and unforgettable experience through full immersion\, benefiting both personally and academically. It also presents a great opportunity to make new friends.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “The best part of the course was discovering a new methodology to effectively engage students in class\, getting to know teachers from other European countries and studying together in Finland. It was an experience like no other!”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “One of the highlights of the course was the warm and inviting atmosphere during meetings\, as well as the enriching cultural interactions in Finland.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “This experience was truly incredible! it confirmed that working in a group is absolutely essential for fostering motivation and meaningful teaching\, both for children as well as teachers. I can’t stress enough how important this experience has been for my personal and professional growth.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and prices\n Trainer\n Erasmus+\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Helsinki\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nTentative program  – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \nSunday: \nAfternoon:arrivalIntroduction to the courseMix&Mingle: getting to know each otherSelf-study material and learning diary \nMonday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Finnish education – What is the magic bullet?11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Curriculum and competencesPeer learningSelf-study material and learning diary \nTuesday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Phenomenal learning – Multi-disciplinary approach11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Learning environment – Environmental school…it takes the whole village.Group workSelf-study material and learning diary \nWednesday:9-11 Panel discussion/ debate based on the self-study materialStudent presentations on their phenomenal project plans/draftsPeer support and learning11-12 Lunch12-15 Visit to a schoolSelf-study material and learning diary \nThursday:9-11 Reflections from the visitPresentation: Finnish Flip11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Gamified MathsWorkshopSelf-study material and learning diary \nFriday:9-11 Student presentations: Phenomenal learning projects11-12 Lunch12-15 Peer assessment and facilitated discussion based on the projectsSelf-study material and learning diary \nSaturday: \n9-11 Final words and reflections on the learning journeyCertificates11-12 Lunch12 – Optional cultural activities: Allas\, Löyly\, Lonna\, Torni\, Suomenlinna…Explore and enjoy Helsinki!(additional fees apply) \n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICE\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nThe pre-registration deadline for this course is February 29\, 2024! \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe course will be confirmed later. For the moment\, we take binding pre-registrations. If you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nCourse program\nEntrance fees (on the planned excursions)\nMaterials\nCertificates of attendance  \n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately. Please note that we will recommend nice lunch places and public transportation for the trips\, but participants will be responsible for the lunch and transportationcost during the program. \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refund. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainer \nTRAINER\nWho is in charge of the phenomenal learning and competences course? \n \n\nPirjo Suhonen has a Master’s thesis (2016) on Educational Technology. She is a strong believer on life-long learning and passionate about creativity\, innovation and global education. She has varied work experience from Finland\, England\, France and Belgium. Working in multinational European School of Brussels was rewarding and the birthplace of ALO Finland digital teacher training courses on Finnish education. \nMiss Suhonen has done podcasts and research from Alaska to Australia. Last year one of herproudest moments was to be in the same OECD panel with the Director of education and skills\, Andreas Schleicher. You can find out more about her work and research atALOFinland.com/community and a short video\, which gives you more insight about her and her work. \n\n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: Phenomenal learning put into practise \nAudience \n\nKindergarten\, primary\, and secondary school teachers\nSpecial education teachers\nSchool management and leadership\nAll other non-teaching experts\n\nWorking Methods \n\nExploration of pre-assumptions\nWorkshops\nFacilitated discussions / shared brainstorming\nTeamwork and Presentations\nField visits   \nPersonal learning diary\n\nOutcomes \n\nGain insight into Finnish schools and education\nFacilitate team-building activities\nImplement teaching sessions by utilizing participatory methods\nCreate a concrete development plan for your own school\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nThe participants can freely choose their accommodation. However\, we highly recommend being located close to Senate Square as the most interesting sights are within walking distance from the Square. Forenom offers comfortable accommodation in different locations around Helsinki area\, and our clients get 10% discount (ask for a code). For those with a limited budget\, Eurohostel is an excellent option.   \nTell us what kind of accommodation you prefer\, and we can help to find a place for your stay! \n \n  \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \n  \n Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nHow is education in Finland? \nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Contact Information \n\n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n\n \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/phenomenal-learning-put-into-practise-spring2024/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Phenomenal-2024-Small.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240407 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20230726T114058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T213553Z UID:31108-1712448000-1713052799@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:21st Century learning and competences - Spring2024 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \n21st Century learning and competences\nJoin our 7-day course in Helsinki\, Finland\n**Registration is closed**\nIf you missed this course\, don’t worry! We have these confirmed courses in Finland during Spring 2024: \n\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers and principals of grades 10-12\, March 17-23\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nL’Éducation pour le 21e Siècle – Le Modèle Finlandais\, April 14-20\, 2024\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  Refugees and Migrants\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers of grades 1-9 (age 6-15 yrs.)\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Math Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture AI Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Language Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n Future Education – Learning for Life\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  for all school levels\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nKeys to Well-Being- Happy students learn better\, June 2-8\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe Finnish national curriculum aims to meet the needs of the rapidly changing world and provide children with the skills and abilities to live a good life. It introduces phenomenal learning and seven core competencies. 21st-century teaching supports students’ growth into human beings and promotes the necessary skills for democratic membership in society and a sustainable way of life. The aim of education is to encourage students to recognize their own strengths and talents as well as opportunities for development.  \nThe course provides you practical insight into phenomenal learning and the 21st-century competencies in Finland and answers questions such as: \n\nWhat are the core competencies in Finland\, and why are they considered important? \nHow to enhance 21st-century teaching\, learning\, and competence development in schools?\n\nYou will learn more about multiliteracy\, entrepreneurship\, and other crucial competencies taught in Finland via lectures\, group work\, assignments\, peer learning\, and a visit to a Finnish school. You also get to enjoy a bit of Finnish culture\, explore beautiful Helsinki\, and why not experience the sauna as well as have a dip in the sea too! \nLimited places are available\, so please enroll soon. I hope to see and learn with you in Finland! \n SCHOOL VISIT INCLUDED \n\n Course fee \n 660€ \n\n\n Group discounts available\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“The course provided a valuable and unforgettable experience through full immersion\, benefiting both personally and academically. It also presents a great opportunity to make new friends.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “The best part of the course was discovering a new methodology to effectively engage students in class\, getting to know teachers from other European countries and studying together in Finland. It was an experience like no other!”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “One of the highlights of the course was the warm and inviting atmosphere during meetings\, as well as the enriching cultural interactions in Finland.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “This experience was truly incredible! it confirmed that working in a group is absolutely essential for fostering motivation and meaningful teaching\, both for children as well as teachers. I can’t stress enough how important this experience has been for my personal and professional growth.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and prices\n Trainer\n Erasmus+\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Helsinki\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nTentative program  – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \nSunday:ArrivalAfternoon:Introduction to the courseMix&Mingle: getting to know each otherSelf-study material and learning diary \nMonday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Finnish education – What is the secret sauce?11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Curriculum and competences – Is Finland getting rid of subjects?Peer learning on core competencesSelf-study material and learning diary \nTuesday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study material Panel discussion on 21st century competencesPresentation: Core competence 1 – Thinking and learning to learn skills11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Core competence 2 – Taking care of oneself and othersGroup workSelf-study material and learning diary \nWednesday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Core competence 3 – Multiliteracy11-12 Lunch12-15 Visit to schoolSelf-study material and learning diary \nThursday \n9-11 Reflections from the visitPresentation: Core competence 4 – ICT11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Core competence 5 – Cultural competence\, interaction and expressionGroup workSelf-study material and learning diary \nFriday: \n9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Core competence 6 – Entrepreneurship11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Core competence 7 – Participation and influence\, building the sustainablefutureDebate on crucial 21st century competences now and in the futureSelf-study material and learning diary \nSaturday: \n9-11 Final words and reflections on the learning journeyCertificates11-12 Lunch12 – Optional cultural activities: Allas\, Löyly\, Lonna\, Torni\, Suomenlinna…Explore and enjoy Helsinki!(additional fees apply) \n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nThe pre-registration deadline for this course is February 29\, 2024! \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe course will be confirmed later. For the moment\, we take binding pre-registrations. If you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nCourse program\nEntrance fees (on the planned excursions)\nMaterials\nCertificates of attendance  \n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately. Please note that we will recommend nice lunch places and public transportation for the trips\, but participants will be responsible for the lunch and transportationcost during the program. \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refund. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainer \nTRAINER\nWho is in charge of the 21st century learning and competences -course? \n  \n\n \nPirjo Suhonen has a Master’s thesis (2016) on Educational Technology. She is a strong believer on life-long learning and passionate about creativity\, innovation and global education. She has varied work experience from Finland\, England\, France and Belgium. Working in multinational European School of Brussels was rewarding and the birthplace of ALO Finland digital teacher training courses on Finnish education. \nMiss Suhonen has done podcasts and research from Alaska to Australia. Last year one of herproudest moments was to be in the same OECD panel with the Director of education and skills\, Andreas Schleicher. You can find out more about her work and research atALOFinland.com/community and a short video\, which gives you more insight about her and her work. \n\n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: 21st Century learning and competences \nAudience \n\nKindergarten\, primary\, and secondary school teachers\nSpecial education teachers\nSchool management and leadership\nAll other non-teaching experts\n\nWorking Methods \n\nExploration of pre-assumptions\nWorkshops\nFacilitated discussions / shared brainstorming\nTeamwork and Presentations\nField visits   \nPersonal learning diary\n\nOutcomes \n\nGain insight into Finnish schools and education\nFacilitate team-building activities\nImplement teaching sessions by utilizing participatory methods\nCreate a concrete development plan for your own school\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nThe participants can freely choose their accommodation. However\, we highly recommend being located close to Senate Square as the most interesting sights are within walking distance from the Square. Forenom offers comfortable accommodation in different locations around Helsinki area\, and our clients get 10% discount (ask for a code). For those with a limited budget\, Eurohostel is an excellent option.   \nTell us what kind of accommodation you prefer\, and we can help to find a place for your stay! \n \n  \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \n  \n Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nHow is education in Finland? \nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/21st-century-learning-and-competences-spring2024/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/21-Century-2024-small.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240329 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20230921T111121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T115620Z UID:32594-1711324800-1711670399@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:STEP2024 – Foro de Aprendizaje sobre la Educación Finlandesa DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nSTEP2024 – Foro de aprendizaje sobre la Educación Finlandesa\nEL TEMA DE STEP2024: \nLa Educación para los Retos del Futuro. \nForo celebrado por quinto año\, diseñado para profesionales en la educación de cualquier parte del mundo interesados en conocer sobre la educación en Finlandia. Durante el programa conoceremos sobre los principios de la educación finlandesa\, aprenderemos metodologías innovadoras para el aprendizaje\, visitaremos instituciones educativas para conocer el día a día de los colegios y en los talleres fortaleceremos las competencias del docente. Este año con el enfoque en la enseñanza para los retos del futuro. \n¡Cupo limitado! reserva tu lugar y aprovecha esta oportunidad de viajar a Finlandia y aprender de los expertos! \n¿QUÉ ES STEP2024? \nSTEP2024 es una oportunidad exclusiva para conocer cómo son las escuelas finlandesas\, ver con sus propios ojos cómo está organizada la enseñanza y cuáles son los principios del aprendizaje en el país nórdico famoso por su Educación. El programa crea un espacio de encuentro con expertos en diferentes áreas y niveles de la enseñanza de Finlandia y de los países hispanoparlantes. El objetivo de STEP2024 es crear inspiración e ideas innovadoras y\, a través de la reflexión y diálogo con otros profesionales del sector\, fortalecer las competencias beneficiosas para un trabajo educativo de alta calidad acorde a los retos del futuro de la educación. \n¿PARA QUIÉN ES? \nSTEP2024 reunirá un grupo selecto de profesionales del sector educativo cuya inquietud compartida es saber responder a los desafíos del futuro y crear una Educación que aprovecha las fortalezas de todos. El programa está dirigido a educadores\, directores de escuela\, consultores educacionales\, formadores de docentes o diseñadores de planes curriculares por mencionar a algunos de los perfiles que puedan beneficiarse de esta oportunidad para desarrollar sus competencias profesionales. La participación en el programa requiere dominar bien el idioma castellano. \n¿QUIÉN LO ORGANIZA? \nSTEP2024 está organizado por la compañía VisitEDUfinn Ltd. creada por expertos finlandeses en educación y especializada en ofrecer conocimientos prácticos sobre la educación finlandesa y oportunidades de desarrollo para profesionales del sector educacional. VisitEDUfinn dispone de una amplia experiencia en organización de programas formativos internacionales. \nSTEP2024 es el quinto foro hispanoparlante\, después de los exitosos programas STEP2023\, STEP2022\, STEP2018 y STEP2017. \n¿EN DÓNDE Y CUÁNDO ES? \nLas actividades del Programa STEP2024 se desarrollarán en Helsinki y en la zona metropolitana de la capital finlandesa. \nSe recomienda llegar al menos un día antes del comienzo del programa. \n VISITAS A COLEGIOS FINLANDESES \n\n Precio de la Entrada \n 990€\n Venta temprana hasta el 30 de noviembre de 2023 \n\n\n Descuentos para Grupos\n \n\n Cóctel\, almuerzos y cena\n \n\n Transporte durante el programa\n \n\n Visita guiada en Suomenlinna\n \n\n Certificados\n \n\n \n INSCRÍBASE AHORA \n VISITEDUFINN \nQue dicen nuestros clientes\nEste programa puede ser adaptado para grupos privados según sus necesidades específicas y horario. Para obtener una cotización\, contáctenos en info@visitedufinn.com. ¡No pierda esta oportunidad de desarrollar sus habilidades! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Programa\n Precios E Inscripción\n Expertos Y Equipo Organizador\n Alojamiento\n Información General\n Contacto\n Programa \n\nPROGRAMA\nSTEP2024 es una combinación única de visitas a las escuelas\, conferencias y talleres con expertos en la educación finlandesa y un entorno exótico de Norte de Europa. EL TEMA DE STEP2024: \nLa Educación para los Retos del Futuro. \nLunes 25 de Marzo – Comienza la Aventura del Aprendizaje en Finlandia \n– Bienvenida e inauguración oficial \n– Sesión de Conferencias: \n\nIntroducción al sistema educativo finlandés\nLa innovación educativa para los retos del Futuro.  Su importancia dentro del plan de estudios nacional de Finlandia.\n\n– Cóctel de Networking \nMartes 26 de Marzo– Educación de Primera Infancia \n– Visita jardín infantil \n– Comida \n– Sesión de Conferencia/taller: Los principios de la educación de primera infancia \n– Visita a la fortaleza histórica de Suomenlinna \nMiércoles 27 de Marzo – Educación Básica \n– Visita escuela de enseñanza básica \n– Comida \n– Sesión de Conferencia/Taller: Metodologías Innovadoras \n– Actividad cultural opcional: por ejemplo visita a la nueva biblioteca central Oodi\, a los museos o un baño en el mar Báltico. \nJueves 28 de Marzo– Educación Media \n– Visita escuela de educación media y espacios innovadores de aprendizaje \n– Comida \n– Conferencia de cierre: Fortalezas del docente para los retos del futuro \n– Cena de despedida y entrega de reconocimientos \n Precios E Inscripción \n\nPRECIOS E INSCRIPCIÓN\n\nINSCRIPCIÓN STEP2024 \n¡Ojo! Nuestro servicio de registro es casi 100% español pero la página “check-out” está en inglés. Si tiene algún problema avísenos. \n¡IMPORTANTE! Por el momento se puede viajar a Finlandia sin restricciones por el coronavirus. Pero la situación puede cambiar y por eso nos comprometemos a lo siguiente: Si no se llega a realizar el evento o las restricciones del gobierno finlandés impide tu llegada a Finlandia\, se devuelve todas las cantidades pagadas. Sin embargo\, recomendamos comprar solamente vuelos y alojamiento flexibles. \nEl precio de la entrada incluye: \n– Programa básico de STEP2024– Cóctel de bienvenida– Almuerzos y refrigerios durante el programa– Transportes durante el programa– Visita guiada en Suomenlinna– Cena de despedida– Certificados \nLos precios: \nVenta temprana hasta el 30 de noviembre de 2023 990€ + IVA24%*Venta normal hasta el 29 de febrero de 2024 1290€ + IVA24%*Venta tardía después del 29 de febrero de 2024 1590€ + IVA24%* \n¡Descuento especial en grupos de más de 10! Contáctanos para más información. \n*Para aplicar la exención del IVA puede registrarse como representante de su organización. Al final de la inscripción debe subir un certificado del registro fiscal de la entidad en su país u otro documento identificativo de su organización. \nTérminos de cancelación: \n– Por una cancelación recibida antes del 28 de febrero de 2024 se cobrará 50% de las cantidades pagadas como gastos administrativos.– Por una cancelación recibida después del 28 de febrero de 2024 se cobrará 100% de las cantidades pagadas como gastos administrativos.–  Si estás obligado a cancelar tu participación por las restricciones puestas por el gobierno finlandés\, se devuelve todas las cantidades pagadas.–  Si VisitEDUfinn cancela o postpone el evento\, se devuelve todas las cantidades pagadas. \nINSCRIPCIÓN STEP2024 \n Expertos Y Equipo Organizador \n\nEXPERTOS Y EQUIPO ORGANIZADOR\n\nAdemás del personal de las instituciones educativas que reciben los participantes de STEP2024\, el programa cuenta con varios profesionales del sector educativo finlandés con una experiencia amplia en la colaboración internacional \nBEATRIZ VIZCAÍNO \nBeatriz Vizcaíno Coordinadora del Foro STEP es Mexicana -Canadiense residente en Finlandia. Licenciada en Derecho y Maestra en Administración Pública. Es Consultora en proyectos de Internacionalización\, coordinadora de programas Educativos\, conferencista y especialista en colaboraciones internacionales. \nEn VisitEDUfinn es responsable de las operaciones internacionales en América Latina y Coordinadora de Programas Educativos\, Misiones Educativas\, Eventos\, Cursos y Conferencias. \nRIKU KOROSUO \nRiku Korosuo (M.Sc.) está especializado en el sector comercial internacional y educación. Después de trabajar nueve años en España\, realizó los estudios pedagógicos finlandeses para trabajar como docente cualificado en Finlandia. Con experiencia docente en la Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas Haaga-Helia y Helsinki Business College\, en los últimos años se ha dedicado en la promoción internacional de la educación finlandesa. Entre otros proyectos\, ha estado apoyando al Ministerio de Educación de Colombia durante varios meses  para la reforma de la educación técnica del país. En la actualidad es Gerente General de VisitEDUfinn y Jefe de Relaciones Externas de la Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas Haaga-Helia. \nAULI LESKINEN \nActividad: Conferencia de Inauguración del programa – Sociedad finlandesa y sus principios educativos \nAuli Leskinen es Doctora en Estudios Latinoamericanos por la Universidad de Helsinki y la Universidad de Chile. Sus estudios de Maestría son de filología española\, literatura comparada y de estudios de cooperación y desarrollo. Tiene formación de guionista y dramaturga. Hace 30 años empeña en distintos cargos en la zona iberoamericana; 2012-2016 fue directora del Instituto Iberoamericano de Finlandia en Madrid con la misión de fomentar el intercambio científico\, cultural y educativo con España\, Portugal y América Latina. Trabajó 10 años como corresponsal de tv y radio en América Latina de Finnish Broadcasting Company Ltd.\, YLE\, de Finlandia. Empeño en 1996-2013 como Profesora de Estudios Latinoamericanos en la Universidad de Helsinki\, con especialización en el arte\, la literatura y los medios de comunicación. Actualmente es Directora de desarrollo para colaboración educativa internacional de Joensuu Science Park Ltd. \nPEKKA TUKONEN \nActividad: Conferencia introductoria – Sistema educativo finlandés K-12 \nPekka Tukonen es Director de la Escuela de Saunakallio en Järvenpää\, sur de Finlandia. Pekka se ha dedicado al liderazgo y gestión escolar durante más de 10 años. Además\, ha sido coordinador escolar de área norte del municipio de Järvenpää y responsable de varios proyectos municipales\, entre otros ”Actividades en las aulas” e ”Iqualdad en la Educación”. En la escuela al que dirige tienen varios proyectos internacionales y p.ej. una iniciativa de enseñanza colaborativa. \nPekka ha trabajado en una institución educacional privada en Sant Cugat del Vallés\, Cataluña (España) durante 7 años.  Es Magister en Pedagogía (Universidad de Helsinki y Universidad de Barcelona) con titulación superior oficial de dirección escolar en Finlandia. \nMARJO UOTILA \nActividad: Conferencia introductoria – Sistema educativo finlandés K-12 \nMarjo Uotila es Profesora de español e inglés en Järvenpään lukio\, el Liceo de Enseñanza Media científico-humanista de la ciudad de Järvenpää\, donde imparte su docencia en el nivel de Bachillerato (centro de secundaria post obligatoria). Magister (MA) en Filología Inglesa y Lenguas Románicas (español y francés)\, completó su formación docente en la Universidad de Turku en el sudoeste de Finlandia. \nTras más de veinte años enseñando a jóvenes entre 16 y 19 años\, cuenta con una amplia experiencia docente en el bachillerato finlandés y el examen final nacional de esta trayectoria escolar. Paralelamente\, ha contribuido activamente en la internacionalización de su centro educativo como coordinadora de varios proyectos internacionales y como tutora de los alumnos de intercambio procedentes de diferentes países. \nALBA SILLERO VIGIL \nActividad: Experiencias como docente hispanoparlante en Finlandia y puesta en práctica del currículo basado en competencias: planificación\, procesos de aprendizaje y evaluación \nAlba Sillero Vigil\, original de Fuengirola\, cursó su diplomatura de profesora de lengua extranjera en la Universidad de Málaga y recibió su M.A. en Ciencias de la Educación en la Universidad de Oulu\, donde pasó 10 años viviendo y trabajando. Actualmente trabaja en Helsinki en el programa bilingüe español-finés en la escuela de Käpylä\, donde es tutora de primaria y profesora de español como lengua extranjera. \n Alojamiento \n\nALOJAMIENTO\n\nLos participantes pueden elegir libremente su alojamiento. Sin embargo\, es muy recomendable estar cerca o bien comunicado de La Plaza del Senado\, donde empiezan las visitas a las escuelas. \n \n \n Información General \nINFORMACIÓN GENERAL\nHelsinki \nHelsinki es la capital y la ciudad más grande en Finlandia\, con unos 620.000 habitantes. Encuentras más información sobre la ciudad y sus atracciones turísticas en https://www.visitfinland.com/es/lugares-que-conocer/region-de-helsinki/ \nComo llegar \nPara Helsinki se llega fácilmente en avión desde cualquier sitio del mundo. \nTaxi \nLos taxis in Finlandia son de confianza y la tarifa depende del kilometraje. En prácticamente todos los taxis se puede pagar con una tarjeta de crédito.  \nEn Helsinki las empresas más importantes son: \nTaksi Helsinki\, tel: +358 100 0700; www.taksihelsinki.fiLähitaksi\, tel: +358 100 7300; www.lahitaksi.fi/en \nTiempo  \nEn marzo la temperatura media en Helsinki es un grado bajo cero (Celsius) pero se puede llegar encima de los 15 grados. Antes de venir\, por favor visita la página de Finnish Meteorological Institute para elegir la ropa adecuada: http://en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi/weather/helsinki \nIdioma \nLos idiomas oficiales en Finlandia son finés y sueco pero prácticamente todos hablan muy bien inglés. No se habla mucho español\, pero las atracciones turísticas más importantes suelen ofrecer información y servicios en español.  \nDivisa \nEn Finlandia se utiliza Euros. Se puede intercambiar divisas de otros países en bancos\, en los aeropuertos o hoteles. Siempre mejor traer dólares. Lo más seguro es llevar una tarjeta de crédito ya que se aceptan Visa y Mastercard en prácticamente cualquier sitio y se puede sacar efectivo en los cajeros automáticos que están abiertos 24/7. \nVoltaje \nEl voltaje en Finlandia es 230V\, 50Hz. Los enchufes son de tipo europeo. \nHora \nLa hora finlandesa es UTC/GMT +2 (hora de verano UTC/GMT +3) \n Contacto \nCONTACTO\nPara más información sobre STEP2024\, por favor que se ponga en contacto con: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n  \n \n Descargar folleto\n \n \n Inscríbase ahora\n \nEl Sr. Tukonen (Máster en Educación) es director de una escuela primaria en Järvenpää\, una pequeña ciudad cerca de Helsinki. Tiene más de 10 años de experiencia en liderazgo escolar y participación en varios proyectos municipales. Además\, ha trabajado antes durante varios años como maestra de escuela primaria. \nEl estudió pedagogía en la Universidad de Helsinki. Tras finalizar sus estudios\, trabajó en España\, cerca de Barcelona\, durante ocho años\, en uno de los colegios privados más conocidos de Cataluña. Su título de Finlandia fue reconocido como un título superior en Pedagogía en España. También completó varios estudios de posgrado\, así como estudios de idiomas (por ejemplo\, español\, catalán e inglés). \nHa participado en múltiples congresos educativos internacionales y ha dado charlas a especialistas en educación en inglés y en español. Ha sido anfitrión de diversas visitas internacionales relacionadas con la educación y cuenta con una amplia red de colaboradores en escuelas y universidades. \n\n VISITAS EN FINLANDIA: Entender y Conocer su sistema educativo \n Conocer más las visitas en Finlandia y leer nuestro blog escrito por Pekka Tukonen\, un director de una escuela finlandesa.\n \n LEER EL BLOG URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/step2024/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/STEP2024-BANNER-22.09Artboard-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240310 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240317 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20221229T115255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T095124Z UID:26934-1710028800-1710633599@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Full STEAM - Professional Development Course for Teachers in March 2024 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nFULL STEAM Teacher Training Program\nJoin our 7-day course in Oulu\, Finland\n**Registration is closed**\nIf you missed this course\, don’t worry! We have these confirmed courses in Finland during Spring 2024: \n\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers and principals of grades 10-12\, March 17-23\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nL’Éducation pour le 21e Siècle – Le Modèle Finlandais\, April 14-20\, 2024\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  Refugees and Migrants\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  only for teachers of grades 1-9 (age 6-15 yrs.)\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Math Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture AI Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nFuture Language Classroom\, May 5-11\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n Future Education – Learning for Life\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nEducation in Finland and/or Estonia –  for all school levels\, May 12-18\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\nKeys to Well-Being- Happy students learn better\, June 2-8\, 2024 (our sister company Euneos offers this course)\n\nThe registration deadline for this course is Friday\, February 23\, 2024!\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nFULL STEAM  (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts & Mathematics) is a unique opportunity for professional educators to learn from Finnish experts innovative  Skills and Methodologies for teaching STEAM. \nWe are delighted to partner with the Educational and Cultural Services\, City of Oulu to provide school administrators and teachers from around the world interested in improving their STEAM teaching practice\, with a STEAM teaching training program in the self-proclaimed STEAM capital of the world –the City of Oulu.  \nStudents that are now in primary education will be in working life still in 2060. What skills do you think would be needed then? We can not know for sure\, but STEAM pedagogy is one potential answer when trying to prepare children for an unpredictable future. Read the course leader’s blog post about the importance of teaching steam skills.  \nJoin us and enhance your STEAM teaching skills and methodologies in an innovative network of experts and schools from early childhood education\, basic education\, and upper secondary school\, where STEAM learning and teaching are being developed. \nThe course is organized by Educational and Cultural Services\, City of Oulu and VisitEDUfinn Ltd. We both have a track record of organizing educational events with the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 as required by the European Commission\, suitable for teachers with ERASMUS+ grant. ` \nSTEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, Mathematics) education in Finland is based on the National Curriculum. STEAM in OULU is student-centered\, experimental\, and community-based learning platform that improves a school’s operating culture from the perspective of doing and learning together. \nThere is an extensive network of STEAM schools in Oulu and STEAM pedagogy is used to develop not only learning but also the whole operational culture of the schools. Steam skills development can be seen throughout the city: even many kindergartens are involved as well as university of Oulu\, and companies in the region. Come and experience the full STEAM in Oulu!­­ \n SCHOOL VISITS INCLUDED \n\n Course fee \n 660€ \n\n\n Group discounts available\n \n\n Meal package for additional 110€\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“FULL STEAM course was an incredible experience! I want to express my gratitude to all the assistants who were involved in making the course a success. They were all incredibly knowledgeable and committed\, I am very happy to have meet them and the rest of the group. Thanks a lot!”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n “I absolutely loved being a part of this course\, from collaborating with others to exploring various learning environments\, this has been an incredible experience for me. The workshops were all incredibly informative and helpful.”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n “Not only did I learn valuable STEAM pedagogy\, but I also acquired coding skills that I can immediately use in my classroom. I returned to my school feeling motivated and energized to take on new challenges and lead with even greater success.”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n “This course is a must for international teachers! We found it incredibly helpful\, especially when it came to learning about educational policies and strategies from different countries.”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n “I loved the emphasis on integrating ART into STEAM learning. This has given us a positive outlook on how we can incorporate different disciplines into our teaching\, making it more engaging and fun for our students.”\n ParticipantFull Steam 2023 Course\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUhiz5-uoq8&t=2s\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Prices\n Trainers\n Erasmus+\n Optional Cultural Program\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nThe fundamental purpose of Full STEAM in Finland\, Oulu is to experience in practice how STEAM skills teaching and learning can be integrated to the daily school life. \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the basics of the Finnish Curriculum and gain insight into transversal skills in the Finnish Curriculum. The course concentrates on STEAM pedagogy. It introduces the fundamentals as well as presents the design circle that is the basis for planning\, teaching and learning\, and assessment in a STEAM-inspired learning environment. The participants visit several schools to see how STEAM pedagogy is implemented in different ways. During the school visits\, the participants can also practice some tools that are used in STEAM pedagogy such as programming and coding and 3D designing and printing. The course also includes a visit to FabLab operated by the city of Oulu.  Tentative program  – Please note that minor changes are possible! \n \nSunday\, March 10\nIntroduction to the course\nArrival 14:00 –16:00  Venue to be confirmed later \n\nWelcome! \nIntroduction to the course \nWarm up activities and getting to know each other \n\nSelf-study: Online materials: Finnish Education system (4h) \nMonday\, March 11: Basics of STEAM \n9.00-11.00 Finnish education system  \n\nPresentation \nFacilitated discussion based on self-study materials \nPresentation: Transversal skills in Oulu’s curriculum \n\n11.00-12.00 Lunch  \n12:00-15:00 STEAM in OULU: introduction to STEAM pedagogy  \n\nPresentation and discussion \nGroup work \nAfternoon coffee \n\nSelf-study: Online materials (STEAM)\, 2h   \n \nTuesday\, March 12\n Design process model\n9:00-11:00  \n\nFacilitated discussion based on self-study materials: STEAM  \nPresentation and discussion: Design process model \n\n11:00-13:30 \n\nOulu FabLab visit  \n\nAfternoon: to be confirmed \n17:00-19:00 Optional Cultural Program: Exploring the Oulujoki river delta area on fat bikes \nRegistration deadline: noon 11.3.2024 \n \nWednesday\, March 13\n Tools for STEAM: Maker’s Space as a STEAM learning environment \n8:30 Transportation from the City Centre  \n9:00-12:00 School Visit   \n\nMaker’s Space as a STEAM learning environment \nSchool lunch  \n\n12:00 Transportation to the City Centre  \nAfternoon: Optional Cultural Program – Winter Day in Koiteli \nRegistration deadline: 14.2.2024 \n \nThursday\, March 14\n Tools for Steam: Programming and coding with Micro:Bit & Lego Robots (Rajakylä)\n8:30 Transportation from the City Centre  \n9:00-11:00 Programming and Coding in STEAM curricula  \n11:00-12:00 School Lunch   \n12:00-15:00 Workshop at the Maker’s Space with Micro:Bits and Lego Robots  \n15:00 Transportation to the City Centre   \n \nFriday\, March 15\n Tools for STEAM: Design thinking: 3D – Design and modeling\n8:30 Transportation from the City Centre  \n9:00-11:00 Design thinking at Hintta School  \n11:00-12:00 School Lunch  \n12:00-15:00 Workshop at the Maker’s Space with 3d design and modelling   \n15:00 Transportation to the City Centre  \n20:00 Optional Cultural Program –  Aurora Hunting Safari \nRegistration deadline: 14.2.2024 \nSaturday\, March 16\nFarewell Brunch   \n9:00-11:00 Course certificates  \n\nFinal Reflection \nCourse certificates \n\n11:00-12:00 Course Brunch  \n13:00-16:00 Optional Cultural Program: Winter Wonderland with Short Skis \nRegistration deadline: noon 14.3.2024 \n \n \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nSpread the word about this course among your colleagues! \n Registration and Prices \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nThe registration deadline for this course is Friday\, February 23\, 2024! \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nIf you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes  \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nAdmission to all sessions\nCourse materials\nSchool visits\nVisits to Oulu Fab Lab \nCertificate of attendance\nPossibility to participate in the optional cultural activities (additional fees apply)\n\nThe meal package (110€ excl. VAT) is obligatory and it includes: \n\nFive lunches and coffee/tea during breaks\nFarewell Brunch\n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately.  \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€). \n  \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIn case the course is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nAny questions about the registration or payments? Please contact info@visitedufinn.com. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n \n Trainers \nTRAINERS\nMAIKKI MANNINEN \nMs. Maikki Manninen (Advisory Teacher for ICT Education) is both a class teacher and early education and care teacher. Her expertise lies eg. in ICT and STEAM education at the primary and secondary levels. \nHer working tasks include training and consultation on ICT especially according to the Finnish core curricula and the local strategies for both ICT and STEAM education. \nMs. Manninen is also experienced in development projects funded by the Finnish National Agency for Education eg. on innovative learning environments. \nOTHER EXPERTS /TRAINERS WILL BE ANNOUCED LATER. STAY TUNED! \n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: Full STEAM \nCourse description \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the basics of the Finnish Curriculum and gain insight into transversal skills in the Finnish Curriculum. The course concentrates on STEAM pedagogy. It introduces the fundamentals as well as presents the design circle that is the basis for planning\, teaching and learning\, and assessment in a STEAM-inspired learning environment. The participants visit several schools to see how STEAM pedagogy is implemented in different ways. During the school visits\, the participants can also practice some tools that are used in STEAM pedagogy such as programming and coding and 3D designing and printing. \nVersatile learning methods \n\nlectures and presentations \nself-study online materials and facilitated discussions \nschool visits \nworkshops at the schools \ngroup work and discussions\n\nDesired learning outcomes \nAfter the course you will: \n\nimplement the fundamentals of STEAM-pedagogy and design-circle in your work\ncombine your curriculum outcomes with principles of STEAM-pedagogy\nplan\, implement and assess STEAM-based curriculum outcomes as a transversal\, phenomenon-based learning in your classroom  \nuse pedagogical tools such as programming and coding as well as 3D designing and printing as practical implementations in STEAM-based projects\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Optional Cultural Program \nOPTIONAL CULTURAL PROGRAM\n \nAn additional program (with separate fee) will be available for all enthusiasts. Participation is entirely voluntary\, and the time can instead be used to independent sightseeing as well.  \nAll optional activities emphasize enjoying Finland’s unique nature. Like STEAM pedagogy  connects different subjects\, the tranquility of nature helps distinct brain areas to become ‘connected’.  \nWinter Day in Koiteli 13.3.2024 \nWelcome to Koiteli located by river Kiiminkijoki to spend a wonderful winter day in a good company! \nWord Koiteli comes from Sami language and means “in the middle”. You get to enjoy fun snow activities in an island located in the middle of two rapids. Beautiful surroundings\, ancient trees and the silence surrounding you will give you the feeling of being also in the center of yourself. \nSnow activities include short try outs of different kinds of snowshoes\, traditional kick sledge ‘potkuri’ and sledge ‘pulkka’. In Tunnelmatupa hut everyone will have the chance to make their own souvenir out of wood\, leather and pine wood tar. \n \nWinter Cycling by Fatbikes in Oulu 12.3.2024 \nDid you know that Oulu is the winter cycling mecca of the world and that the Winter Cycling Federation was founded in Oulu? \nThe local people of Oulu ride bikes all year round\, even in snow and freezing weather. It is quite common for children to go to school and for their hobbies by bike. Oulu has excellent cycle paths and the terrain is flat\, so pedaling is easy. \nOn this Fatbike tour\, you can get to know winter cycling like the people of Oulu! \n  \nAurora Hunting Safari 15.3.2024 \nExperience the magical winter nature of Northern Finland while hunting Northern lights in Oulu! With a bit of luck\, the highlight of the tour is a dance of Auroras across a starry Northern sky. \nThe Aurora Hunting safari commences with donning the provided warm winter gear. Following the change\, the experience unfolds with transportation to the Northern Lights viewing location in a comfortable bus. Please be aware that the endeavor to find the location best suited for the conditions may entail spending a couple of hours on the bus during the evening. \nWinter Wonderland by Short Skis 16.3.2024 \nJoin us to explore the magical snowy Finnish forest on a pair of purpose-built skis – no previous experience needed. \nShort ski is an easy-to-use\, skin based forest ski that combines the best features of a snowshoe and ski and does not require earlier experience in skiing. \nWe will enjoy a peaceful ski tour through the silent white scenery. Your guide will tell you stories about local history and the surrounding nature. The trip includes a cozy break for warm juice. \n   \n Accommodation \n\nACCOMMODATION\n \nThe main venue of the course is located in the center of Oulu. There will be transportation to schools and other visiting places that are not within walking distance. \nHotels:  \n\n\nHotel Arina  \nThey give a discount to the Full STEAM participants: \n\nDates: 10-16.3.2024 (+ some rooms 9.3. and 17.3.)        \nPrice: 125 € / single standard room / night or 145 € / double standard room / night (total quota 20 rooms)\nValidity: Please book before 28th January\, 2024 (50% of the non-booked rooms will be released then) or by 11th Feb\, 2024 (if there are still discount rated rooms available).\nCancellation: The last free cancellation date for each individual reservation is 7 days prior to the arrival.\nCode: BFULLSTEAM\n\nRadisson Blu Oulu \nDe Gamlas Hem \nGreen Star Hotel (This is the first carbon-neutral hotel chain in Finland) \nScandic Station Oulu \nScandic Oulu City \nBest Western Hotel Apollo \n\n  \n General Information \nGENERAL INFORMATION\nThe City of Oulu is the capital of northern Finland. \nOulu is located by the Gulf of Bothnia\, at the mouth of Oulu River\, about 600 km north of the capital city Helsinki. The name Oulu comes from a word in the Sami language meaning floodwater. The city of Oulu combines Northern hospitality\, nature and culture with modern technology. Oulu has over 200 000 inhabitants\, and its investment in education\, research and innovation makes it the fastest growing region in Finland. Oulu has been designated the European Capital of Culture in 2026.   \nHow to get there \nDespite its northern location\, Oulu is well connected to the rest of the world. Oulu airport is the third busiest in Finland\, and there are several connective flights every day from Helsinki. \nFinnair \nLufthansa \n  \nBy Train \nOulu is easily reachable by train from Helsinki. It is an economical and sustainable option.  There are two overnighters available every day\, and the trains during the daylight offer a good opportunity to see more of Finland. Oulu railway station is located in the city center\, walking distance from most hotels. Visit VR for more information. \nHow to get from the airport to city center \nCity busses\, routes 8 and 9\, run daily from early morning to late night via Oulu city centre to Oulu Airport. Travel time from city centre to airport is approximately 25-30 minutes on both routes. \nName of the Oulu Airport bus stop is Lentoasema (ID-number 2646). The bus stop is located right in front of the airport terminal. \nIn Oulu city centre name of the bus stop is Kaupungintalo E (ID-number 2087) when travelling to airport and Kaupungintalo P (ID-number 2101) when arriving at city centre. \nAdult ticket is 5\,80€ \nRead more about public transport in Oulu. \nTAXI \nNormal Taxi: The price from the airport to the city center is approx. 40€ \nFinnish taxis are reliable and accept credit cards. The following taxi companies operate in Oulu: \nOTAXI \nMENEVÄ \nCar rentals \nAll major car rentals have an office in Oulu for those interested in traveling around the surrounding areas by themselves.  \nWeather in Oulu \nIn March\, the average maximum daytime temperature lies around -1.0°C . So it is still cold\, but the brightness of the days invites you to enjoy the spring. In addition to new technologies\, outdoor activities play an important role in the everyday life of Finnish school children and in the lifestyle of Finns in general (just to bear in mind when choosing your clothing).  Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Rovaniemi. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English; especially the people involved in tourism speak excellent English. Course language is English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is UTC/GMT+2 \n Contact Information \n\n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n\n \n \n Register now\n \nWe welcome you to experience the full STEAM in Oulu\, Finland\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/full-steam-2024/ LOCATION:Oulu\, Oulu\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/STEAM-2024-updated.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240203 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20230214T081810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T135439Z UID:27699-1706227200-1706918399@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:LIFE2024 - Join the Journey towards Wellbeing in Education DESCRIPTION:IMPORTANT UPDATE 1.5.2024: REGISTRATION FOR LIFE2025 IS OPEN NOW: https://visitedufinn.com/event/life2025/  \nIMPORTANT UPDATE 30.11.2023: LIFE2024 IS SOLD OUT! AS AN ALTERNATIVE\, PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR FULL STEAM COURSE WITH SIMILAR WINTER ACTIVITIES! https://visitedufinn.com/event/full-steam-2024/  \nLIFE2023 was a big success with 142 passionate educators from around the world sharing and learning together. Some had also brought their family or friends with them to experience the magic of winter in Finnish Lapland. LIFE will return in winter 2024\,  and this time\, the main focus will be on the well-being of students and teachers. Happy schools are the foundation for a more sustainable future. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nLIFE2024 THE SHADOWING EXPERIENCE JOURNEY TOWARDS WELLBEING IN EDUCATION\nWelcome to the 7th Edition of the Lapland International Forum for Education™!\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information.\nLIFE2024 is a new way to dive deeper into the renowned Finnish education system while enjoying the unparalleled beauty of Lapland. The program reflects the collaborative learning culture promoted by our newest national curriculum. You will be job shadowing Finnish teachers and daily life at local schools\, interacting with invited speakers as well as with other participants from around the world\, and walking in the footsteps of the world’s happiest nation in the untouched nature of Lapland. \nThis unique teacher training course is the seventh Lapland International Forum for Education™\, and it is organized in collaboration with VisitEDUfinn\, creator of the LIFE event\, and Visit Rovaniemi. Welcome to Rovaniemi to experience education in the Finnish way! \nLapland International Forum for Education™ was chosen in 2019 as one of the winners in the Authentic Finnish Educational Travel Product contest. LIFE2024 offers an exclusive opportunity to visit Finnish kindergartens\, primary and secondary schools\, and the University of Lapland‘s Teacher Training School. One day you will even get the chance to job shadow Finnish teachers from the students’ perspective during our Be a Student -lesson simulations: Nature pedagogy\, Handcrafts\, Home economics\, Sport (snowshoeing)\, and Welfare pedagogy. In addition to school visits\, lectures\, and workshops\, you can participate in social programs\, such as the city of Rovaniemi reception and farewell dinner.  \nThe essential part of LIFE2024 takes place right near the Arctic Circle in the city of Rovaniemi\, also known as the official hometown of Santa Claus. During the event\, you have an opportunity to meet him in person and participate in many other exciting and unique winter adventures. The main venue is Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus\, and you can stay the last night of the event in a Showhotel or Glass igloo watching the Northern Lights. \nDuring LIFE2024\, you will learn concrete examples of how to work as co-teachers\, how to group the students\, and what kind of means there are to support the wellbeing of pupils and the whole working community. In Rovaniemi\, we will also establish our own learning culture together and thus experience what it means in practice.  Preparing our students for the unpredictable future is our common challenge. In Finland\, we believe that a collaborative learning culture with a safe and warm atmosphere is the best way to enhance students’ well-being and contribute to creating a happy and sustainable future.  \nIn addition to the main event in Rovaniemi\, you can extend your visit either at the beginning or at the end: Start the journey in our capital city Helsinki (January 26-27) by listening to the top Finnish education experts at Educa fair\, the largest event for Finland’s education and training sector. You can start your Educa experience by joining a special Educa School Visit. In 2020\, Educa gathered together over 20 000 educators from Finland and abroad. If Educa and LIFE2024 still leave you hungry for more\, don’t worry. On February 2\, we organize an optional extra outdoor pedagogies workshop as an AFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE.  \nIf you participated in the previous LIFE2023\, LIFE2022\,  LIFE2020\, LIFE2019  or LIFE2018 events\, we warmly welcome you to join us again. Based on your feedback\, we have added more days\, more interaction with other participants\, and made other changes so that the overall experience will be better than ever.  \nRegistration is available NOW!  \n SCHOOL VISITS INCLUDED \n\n Event/Course fee \n 660€\n Early bird price until October 31\, 2023 \n\n\n Group & Student discounts available\n \n\n Meal package for additional 190€\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n\n\n “This visit is part of our efforts to learn from the best in the world when it comes to education” \n Kirsty Williams\, Minister for Education\, Wales\n \n\n\n “So grateful the conference was so well planned and organized. Would highly recommend to others.” \n Jessica Cowan\, School counselor\, USA\n \n https://youtu.be/S_zaK8elDxw \nDawson science teacher Ms. D cannot wait to teach her students all about the Northern Lights! Ms. D\, along with Ms. Musgrave\, Ms. McNamara and Ms. Jacobsen\, spent the week at Visitedufinn Ltd. LIFE2020 Conference and had the unique opportunity to learn from the famous Finnish education. They got to see how everyday life works in Finnish schools\, visit with local teachers and students\, and listen to the top Finnish education experts. Dawson is a true learning community and professional development is a big priority for faculty and staff. We cannot wait to learn more from our Finland Four! #DawsonDifference \nhttps://youtu.be/1a0T2yQpR_w\n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT\n \n \n \n\n \nDOWNLOAD BROCHURE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Prices\n Educational Experts\n Outdoor pedagogies workshop\n Social Program\n Winter Activities\n Accommodation\n General Information on Rovaniemi\n General Information on Helsinki\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nThis is a preliminary program based on the successful 2023 program. There will be changes as we confirm next year’s speakers and add new elements.  \nThe fundamental purpose of LIFE2024 is to see in person how students’ well-being is enhanced in Finnish kindergartens and schools. You get a chance to shadow daily life at local schools. You can choose the age range to ensure it is suitable for your needs*. If you want to know more about pre-primary education\, note that in Finland\, it usually takes place in kindergartens. Here are the age ranges for each visit: \n\nKindergarten (age 0–6)\nPrimary & lower secondary school (age 7-15)\nTeacher Training School (age 7–12)\nHigh School/Vocational School (age 16–18)\n\nDuring the shadowing\, you will observe teachers in their activities and talk about their daily teaching practices. \nLIFE2024 offers engaging expert presentations\, workshops focusing on different aspects of Finnish education\, and learning outside the classroom “on the move”. The course also aspires to create an output. This involves working individually or in groups on a concrete project to be used in your own school\, such as composing a (new) wellbeing plan. \nTentative program for LIFE2024 – Please note that changes are possible. ** \nFriday 26 \n10:00 – 19:00 Participating in Educa event (English program). You can join an optional Educa School Visit. \nSaturday 27 \n10:00 – 17:00 Educa continues (English program) \nTraveling to Rovaniemi (according to individual flight options). Recommended visit before going to Rovaniemi: Oodi Library. \nNOTE! Educa-program will be streamed so you can also fly directly to Rovaniemi without missing the presentations. \nSunday 28 \n08:30 – 09:00 Registration at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus \n09:00 – 09:45  Conference opening \n09:45 – 10:15 Educa event reflections \n10:15 – 10:30 Coffee break \n10:30 – 11:00 Introduction to Finnish education \n11:00 – 11:30 Finnish pre-education & care \n12:30 – 17:30 Visiting Santa Claus Village; includes an optional ride in Husky Park \n19:00 – 22:00 Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience (optional) \nMonday 29 \n08:30 – 13:00 Kindergarten or Comprehensive school visit (including lunch) \n13:45 – 16:30 Program at the Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus (including coffee) \n\n13:45-14:15 wrap up talk\n14:20-15:20 Student welfare at Finnish schools (speaker to be announced later)\nCoffee break\n15:30-16:30 Jussi Kainulainen: Local implementations of the national curriculum – case Rovaniemi\n\n19:00 – 21:00 City Reception \nTuesday 30 \n08:30 – 13:00 High school\, Vocational school or Teacher training school visit (including lunch) \n13:00 – 13:30 Socratic walk & visit wrap up at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus \n13:30 – 14:30 Winter activities (ice swimming or sled slides) \n14:30 – 15:00 Coffee break \n15:00 – 18:00 group split in two: \n\n ‘Be a student’ – lesson simulations in a Finnish school*\n\nOR \n\nSelf-guided tour in Korundi House of Culture\n\n19:00 – 21:30 Excursion to Aurora Borealis Camp (optional) \nWednesday 31 \n09:00 – 11:30 Discovering elements of well-being  \n\npart 1: Workshop & free exploration in Science Centre Pilke\n\n11:30 – 12:30 Lunch \n12:30 – 15:00 Discovering elements of well-being  \n\npart 2: PILKE and Arktikum\, workshops and lectures in small groups\n\n15:00 – 18:00 group split in two: \n\n ‘Be a student’ – lesson simulations in a Finnish school*\n\nOR \n\n Self-guided tour in Korundi House of Culture\n\n19:00 – 21:00 Farewell Dinner at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus \nThursday 1 \n08:30 – 09:00  Introduction to Finnish Teacher education – interviews with students. \n09:00-10:00 Working on the action plans. \nCoffee Break \n10:15-12:15 Heljä Misukka: The ultimate Q&A session about the Finnish school system. \n12:15-12:30 Closing words\, feedback \n12:30 – 13.30 Lunch \n14:00 – 17:00 Snowmobile Safari to Reindeer Farm (optional) \nAFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE: optional with an extra fee \nFriday 2   \n09:30 – 12:30  A 3-hour hands-on workshop: Learning through and about nature \nWe have combined three different elements in one package. You get \n\nto experience Finnish nature education in the role of a student.\nto learn about Lappish lifestyle and survival skills needed in  Arctic environment.\nconcrete tools to use in your work.\n\nThis nature pedagogy workshop is designed and conducted by Kimmo Tuunala from Finncredible.   \n* IMPORTANT! All the school visits and lesson simulations have a minimum and maximum group size. The earlier you book\, the more options you will have! \n** NOTE! If there are differences between the brochure and the website\, you can count on the website as it has updated information. \n Registration and Prices \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\n**Registration is now open** Join  Lapland International Forum for Education 2024! \nAll registrations for LIFE2024 must be done using the online registration form. Accepted methods of payment are credit card and bank transfer. Below are also additional links for booking accommodation in Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus and the winter activities with Lapland Safaris. \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2024 \nREGISTRATION  FOR LIFE2024 WINTER ACTIVITIES \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nAll prices exclude Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \n\n\n\nRegistration categories \n\nEarly bird fee (until 31 October 2023)  \n\n\nStandard fee (1 November – 31 December 2023)  \n\n\nLate/On-site fee (after 31 December 2023) \n\n\n\nNormal\n660€\n760€\n860€\n\n\nStudent*\n560€\n660€\n760€\n\n\nAccompanying person (spouse\, friend\, family member)\n190€\n220€\n250€\n\n\n\n*Students: during the registration\, you need to attach proof of full-time student status (ID card or letter from your institution or program director) \nDISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS OF 5 OR MORE PARTICIPANTS! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information.  \nPrices include (normal or student) \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nAdmission to all sessions\nEvent materials\nSchool visits\nVisit Santa Claus Village\nCertificate of attendance\nPossibility to participate in the optional workshop for LIFE2024 participants (additional fees apply)\nPossibility to participate in special winter activities designed for LIFE2024 (additional fees apply) – REGISTRATION \n\nThe meal package (190€ EXCL. VAT 14%) is obligatory and it includes: \n\nFive lunches and coffee/tea with snacks during breaks mentioned in the program\nRovaniemi City Reception\nFarewell Dinner\n\nPrices include (accompanying person – spouse\, friend\, family member) \n\nRovaniemi City Reception\nVisit Santa Claus Village\nIce swimming or sled slides\nFarewell Dinner\nPossibility to participate in special winter activities designed for LIFE2024 (additional fees apply) – REGISTRATION \n\nErasmus+ grant holders \nLIFE2024 can be part of the Erasmus+ staff mobility\, either a job shadowing experience or a course. VisitEDUfinn’s OID code is E10020922. Read more about the VisitEDUfinn’s Erasmus+ staff mobility opportunities.  LIFE2024 is listed as a course in European School Education Platform.  \nPayments  \nPlease choose your payment type on the online registration form. The options are  \n\nOnline credit card payment (Visa\, MasterCard\, American Express)\nBank transfer (PDF-invoice). The invoice with the necessary information will be sent to you with the confirmation email. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees. \n\nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to annukka@visitrovaniemi.fi. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. For cancellations received by 31 October 2023\, the paid registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after this date. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) per participant will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to Ms. Annukka Jarkko: annukka@visitrovaniemi.fi \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refunding. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nAny questions about the registration or payments? Please contact annukka@visitrovaniemi.fi \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Prices \n Educational Experts \nEDUCATIONAL EXPERTS IN ROVANIEMI\nAULIS PITKÄLÄ \nAulis Pitkälä has had an exceptional career in the field of education. From 2012-2016\, he was the Director General of the Finnish National Agency for Education. \nAfterward\, he worked as a Deputy Mayor of Education and Cultural Services in the city of Espoo. In 2017\, he was awarded the honorary title for his distinguished career in education by the President of the Republic of Finland. \n   \nJUSSI KAINULAINENJussi Kainulainen has extensive experience in the Finnish education system. He has working experience in primary and secondary education as a class teacher\, SEN teacher\, and vice-principal. Jussi has also been engaged with school administration as a Development Manager in the City of Kokkola and currently as Pedagogical Director here in Rovaniemi\, supporting education in local schools from early childhood education until secondary education. In addition\, Jussi has international working experience from\, e.g.\, Namibia and Laos\, where he worked for two years within United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). After Laos\, he acted as Programme Manager with EduCluster Finland’s leading Education Partnership Program (EPA) in Abu Dhabi\, UAE. Before relocating back to Finland and Rovaniemi\, Jussi worked in Malaysia to improve education in Malaysian government schools. \n  \nPIIA ROOS \n\nPiia Roos has long experience as a teacher and a leader in Finnish childcare centers. For the past 10 years she worked as a teacher in vocational college for practical nurses majoring in early childhood education. Her special interests are children’s perspective and participation. \n  \nHELJÄ MISUKKA  \n\nHeljä Misukka has had an exceptional career in the field of education. For the last ten years\, she was the Director of Educational Policy and Executive Team member at the Trade Union of Education in Finland; before that\, she worked as a Permanent Secretary to the Minister of Education. During 2015-2022\, she was also a board member of Finnish National Agency for Education\, and during 2013-2016\, she was an Executive Board member at the Laurea University of Applied Sciences. Currently\, she is the Executive director and owner of LovEdu. \n  \nLIFE2024 COORDINATOR AND FACILITATOR \nSUVI KRISTA WESTLINGSuvi K. Westling is an expert on educational psychology with a broad view of education and a deep understanding of the human mind. She graduated from and later taught students in an innovative program of educational psychology at the University of Helsinki. Her teaching has included lecturing\, supervising pre-service teachers’ practice\, and facilitating group processes and phenomenon-based group studies. In her research\, she has studied the quality of regulation of students’ learning and activity both at school and in teacher education. She has worked as an expert in educational program design at an academic level as well as in several international organizations. \nSuvi has also gained grassroots experience with children and teenagers while working as a classroom teacher\, youth worker\, and camp supervisor in various places at earlier phases of her life. She has developed an international mindset and understanding of different cultures by participating and working in different international communities and networks\, living and studying in Latin America (Chile). \nNOTE: Other experts and speakers will be confirmed later \n Outdoor pedagogies workshop \nFriday\, February 2\nAFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE – LEARNING THROUGH AND ABOUT NATURE \nIMPORTANT! If you are attending LIFE2024 but did not book the workshop at the moment of your registration\, you can still do it: \nREGISTER FOR AFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE -WORKSHOP \n➢Date and time: 2.2.2024\, 9:30-12:30➢Place: At an authentic Lappish environment➢Group size: 15 – 50 persons➢Price: 190€ (EXCL. VAT 24%) per participant➢Trainer: Kimmo Tuunala➢Booking: as part of the LIFE2024 online registration process \n \nBenefits of outdoor learning are undeniable and the connection for learning 21st century skills is strong. In addition\, nature affects very positively on well-being and strengthening the connection with nature improves self-esteem and confidence. Why not to use it then more in learning? This workshop gives you very concrete and experiental methods for outdoor learning. \nIn this 3-hour hands-on workshop we have combined three differentelements in one package. You get1. to experience Finnish nature education in the role of a student.2. to learn about the Lappish lifestyle and survival skills needed inan Arctic environment.3. concrete tools to use in your work. \nFACILITATOR \nKimmo Tuunala (M.Ed) is a class teacher\, teacher trainer\, environmentaleducator and facilitator. He is a nature enthusiast and has carried outnature-related lessons\, theme days\, camps and workshops for years.With his team\, Kimmo designs experience-based sessions that are closelyconnected to Lappish nature\, the wellbeing effects of nature\, thehuman-nature connection\, sustainable way of living and survival skills. \n Social Program \nSOCIAL PROGRAM\nVisit to the Santa Claus Village  \nSunday 28 January at 13:30 – 17:00. \nTransport from Scandic Pohjanhovi and back.    \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees. Optional visit and ride in Husky Park for an additional fee of 35€ – 45€. \nRovaniemi City Reception and light dinner \nMonday 29 January at 19:30 – 20:30 \nRovaniemi City Reception in Rovaniemi City Hall (Hallituskatu 7). There is a 10-minute walk from the Scandic Pohjanhovi. LIFE2024 organizers will lead the participants to the City Hall and back to the hotel.  \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees. \nFarewell Dinner \nWednesday 31 February at 19:00 – 21:00 \nThe farewell dinner is organized at the LIFE2023 venue Scandic Pohjanhovi in the city center.  \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees.  \nWinter Activities \nSunday 28 January at 19:00 – 22:00Tuesday 30 January at 19:00 – 21:30Thursday 1 February at 14:00 – 17:00. \nFor both LIFE2024 participants and avecs/accompanying persons\, we have organized an exclusive winter activity program in the surrounding areas of Rovaniemi. More information is in Winter Activities -tab.  \nPrice: NOT Included in the registration fee for all attendees.  \n Winter Activities \nWINTER ACTIVITIES\nFor both\, LIFE2024 participants and avecs/accompanying persons\, we have planned an exclusive winter activity program. To participate in these activities\, please register before January 21\, 2023\, using the following links: \n LIFE2024 WINTER ACTIVITIES (NOT HUSKY RIDE) \nSUNDAY\, 28 JAN \n12:30 – 17:30 (time slot) Husky ride at Santa Claus Village (registration closed\, fully booked) \nMeet the genuine Siberian Huskies\, enjoy the environment and get thrilled by the speed of the sled! Embark on a wonderful journey through the beautiful wilderness of Finnish Lapland on a husky-led sleigh. This adventure captures the charming spirit of the North. Glide through old\, snow-covered forests\, feeling the cool arctic breezes as you explore this winter wonderland. With every step of the hardworking huskies\, feel the rhythm of the wild\, showcasing the lasting charm of Lapland. This journey is not just a ride; it’s a close encounter with nature\, a touching experience of the old wilderness that promises to leave your heart wanting more. \nYou can choose between two ride options\, Jenga (500 m) and Tiny Quarter (2 km).   \nDURATION: A couple of minutes (Jenga) – 8 minutes (Tiny Quarter)PRICE (Jenga): 35 € (adults) / 20 € (children 4 – 12 years)PRICE (Tiny Quarter): 45 € (adults) / 30 € (children 4-12 years)Max. 100 persons \nSUNDAY\, 28 JAN  \n19:00 – 22:00 Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience \nWhat could be a more exciting start for your stay in the Arctic than a dinner surrounded by snow and ice?! Ice restaurant is located within the Arctic SnowHotel\, a 30-minute drive from Rovaniemi. Before the dinner\, SnowHotel’s guide will tell you about the construction\, operation and special features of the SnowHotel during the memorable guided tour through the beautiful rooms of the hotel and arctic specialities\, such as the snow sauna. At the end of the tour\, there is a possibility to order a shot from the ice bar for an additional fee\, served in a glass made from ice. The Ice Restaurant built of snow and ice provides a unique setting for an unforgettable dinner serving up hot Lappish delicacies savoured around ice tables. You can pick your culinary experience from four different menus: Elk\, Chicken\, Salmon\, or Vegetarian Menu. Guaranteed to taste as good as it looks!  \nDURATION: 3 hoursPRICE: 139€ (adults) / 79€ (children 2-12 years)Min. 5 persons – Max. 80 persons \nTUESDAY\, 30 JAN \n19:00 – 21:30 Excursion to Aurora Borealis Camp \nDiscover the phenomena of the northern sky at our Northern Lights base. At the resort\, you’ll find the Aurora Borealis theatre built inside a massive snow igloo\, where a film and spectacular photos of the Northern Lights are presented. You’ll also have time to roam around the resort\, take a brisk snowmobile sleigh ride\, or can just lay back by an open fire admiring the northern sky. And don’t forget to enjoy the traditional reindeer burgers in the Kota teepee! With a little luck\, the sky is clear and the moon\, stars\, and even the Northern Lights may show up. Transfer to the camp and back by bus.DURATION: 2\,5 hoursPRICE: 132€ (adults) / 66€ (children 4-14 years)Min. 15 persons – Max. 46 persons \nIf the minimum number of participants is not met\, you will have the opportunity to participate in Lapland Safari’s weekly departure at 21:30. \nTHURSDAY\, 1 FEB  \n14:00 – 17:00 Snowmobile Safari to Reindeer Farm \nGo on an exciting snowmobile safari to real reindeer farm! First you will learn about our Lappish culture and reindeer husbandry. Everyone who passes a reindeer-driving test will be issued an international reindeer driver’s license and you will have the possibility of participating in a special Lapp ceremony of crossing the Arctic Circle. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or berry juice before returning back to town. NOTE! In this safari two participants share a snowmobile\, single driver option available.DURATION: 3 hoursPRICE: 181€ (adults) / 90€ (children 4-14 years)Min. 10 persons – Max. 40 persons \nIMPORTANT NOTICE: For all Winter Activities\, you should be at the Lapland Safaris office located right in the center of Rovaniemi 30 minutes before the activities start. \nLIFE2024 WINTER ACTIVITIES (NOT HUSKY RIDE) \n  \nLooking for daily activities for avecs/accompanying persons? Please contact directly the well-known operator Lapland Safaris: info@laplandsafaris.fi. They have plenty of amazing options for each day\, and you will be taken care of by a very professional team. \n Accommodation \n\nACCOMMODATION\n\n \n\nLIFE2023 has two venues. Educa venue is Messukeskus in Helsinki. There are plenty of excellent options for accommodation in the city center or near Messukeskus. \nIn Rovaniemi\, the venue is at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus\, and you can reserve a room there on the hotel website. The buses for the school visits also leave from that hotel.  \nSanta’s Hotel Rudolf is located 500 meters from the Hotel Santa Claus\, and they share the same reception and breakfast restaurant. This is a more affordable option\, but still very comfortable. Special prices for LIFE2024 participants (just tell the hotel that you are joining LIFE2024): \nsingle room/ 135 EUR / night \ndouble room / 141 EUR / night \ntriple room/ 171 EUR / night \nAnother highly recommended option is Forenom’s 3-year-old apartment building located only 100 meters from the venue. LIFE2023 participants will get a 10% discount using discount code VISITEDU10. \nAs January-February is the high season in Rovaniemi\, we recommend booking your hotel roomquickly. All bookings directly to the hotel/hostel/apartment/igloos: \nWant a unique experience that you will never forget? \n\nSpend the last night of your trip in the SnowHotel or Igloo! \n\nSanta’s Igloos Arctic Circle\nArctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos\n\nOther accommodation options in the city center \n\nCafé Hostel Koti\nEconomy Hotel Rudolf\nHotel Aakenus\nScandic Pohjanhovi \nScandic Rovaniemi City\nScandic Polar\nCity Hotel\nSokos Hotel Vaakuna\nHotel Arctic Light\n\n\n General Information on Rovaniemi \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON ROVANIEMI\n \nRovaniemi is the administrative capital and commercial center of Finland’s Lapland. \nThe city is about 800 km north of Helsinki\, the capital of Finland. In the past few decades\, Rovaniemi has grown into a busy and active town with now more than 63\,000 inhabitants. Rovaniemi is also the educational center of Lapland\, and there are two universities located in Rovaniemi. The University of Lapland is the northernmost university in Finland and the European Union. Lapland University for Applied Sciences has its home base in Rovaniemi. The unique location of Rovaniemi on the Arctic Circle  attracts more than 400\,000 tourists each year from all over the world. Visit Rovaniemi‘s website for more information. \nHow to get there \nDespite its northern location\, Rovaniemi is well connected to the rest of the world. From abroad\, it’s easiest to reach the city via a short flight from Helsinki. Daily flights between Rovaniemi and Helsinki are operated by Finnair throughout the year. In addition\, more and more airlines offer direct flights to Rovaniemi. \nFinnairNorwegian \nTrainFor those who don’t wish to stay an extra night in Helsinki or Rovaniemi\, a night train and sleeping compartment can be an interesting\, exotic\, economical\, and sustainable option.  There are two night trains available every day\, and the trains during the daylight offer a good opportunity to see more of Finland. Visit VR for more information. \nHow to get from the airport/railway station to the hotels \nAirport Express \nThis bus service from the airport to the city center and back drives to all the central hotels and the bus station in approx. 15 minutes for 7-12€ per person. Airport Express departs from the airport after every flight arrival. Check your hotel reception about the pickup time from your hotel back to the airport. For further information call +358 (0)16 – 362 222.  \nThe railway station is located about 1.5 kilometers from the city center. There is no direct bus connection. The easiest way to get to the hotel is to either walk or take a taxi.  \nTaxi \nNormal Taxi: The price from the airport to the city center is approx. 20€. \nFinnish taxis are reliable and accept credit cards. The following taxi companies operate in Rovaniemi: \nRovaniemi Taxi Service \nTaksi Rovaniemi \nMenevä \nCar rentals \nAll major car rentals have an office in Rovaniemi for those interested in traveling around the surrounding areas and Lapland by themselves.  \nWeather in Rovaniemi \nIn January-February\, the average temperatures are around -11 degrees (Celsius). So have that in mind when choosing your clothing. For the winter activities\, however\, there is always proper clothing available for the participants. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Rovaniemi. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but most people speak basic English. Those who work in tourism speak excellent English. The language of LIFE2023 is English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and they accept all major credit cards. In addition\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is UTC/GMT+2 \n General Information on Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS\, please contact:  \nVisit RovaniemiMaakuntakatu 29-3196200 RovaniemiTel: +358 16 346 270 E-mail: annukka.jarkko@visitrovaniemi.fi \nFor additional information about LIFE2024\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.Ensi Linja 100530 Helsinki\, FinlandTel. +358 504 128 179Email: info@visitedufinn.com \nFor additional information about the WINTER ACTIVITIES\, please contact: \nLapland SafarisKoskikatu 196200 Rovaniemi Tel: +358 16 33 11 200 E-mail: info@laplandsafaris.fi \n \n Register now\n \nWe welcome you to LIFE2024 – SHADOWING EXPERIENCE:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/life2024/ LOCATION:Rovaniemi\, Rovaniemi\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/NEW24banner-LIFE2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240123T131500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240123T140000 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20210322T183533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T142614Z UID:12454-1706015700-1706018400@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Free Finnish School Visit Tasting - session cancelled\, a new date will be announced soon! DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nFree Finnish School Visit Tasting\nVisitEDUfinn is now giving everyone a chance to visit a Finnish classroom\, free of charge! Our Free Finnish School Visit Tasting is for everyone who would like to get a “taste” for what happens in a Finnish classroom. You will have the opportunity to interact with a Finnish teacher and other participants\, and gain a better understanding of the basic principles of Finnish education. \nDuring the Tasting\, you will be able to observe real classroom action through Zoom and have dialogue with the teacher. The visit lasts approximately one hour\, and afterwards the Zoom link will remain open for the participants to network\, share\, and discuss what questions arose during the short sampling of Finnish education. \nEach visit has a different theme and different teachers\, so you will learn something new during each Tasting Visit. However\, as the name indicates\, these visits are only for getting a small taste– there is no pedagogical expert hosting the event or explaining how everything seen in the classroom is related to Finnish education. Therefore\, it is strongly recommended that you familiarize yourself with the basics of Finnish education beforehand. On our website\, there are free materials and links. In addition\, we have Online Courses about Finnish education. \nFor those hungry for more after our tasting\, we offer longer School Visits both online and onsite\, and Job Shadowing experiences. Ultimately\, if you crave a full-course experience of Finnish education\, you are welcome to join our Study Tours in Finland. \nIMPORTANT! These visits are not recorded\, so please do not register unless you are able to attend the live session.  \nNext Tasting (LIVE Virtual): \nTuesday\, January 23\, 2024 at 1:15 PM – 2 PM EET (UTC/GMT+2) – SESSION CANCELLED\, A NEW DATE AND TIME WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON!  \nPlease check the correct time in your country\, for instance\, using https://www.thetimezoneconverter.com/ URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/free-finnish-school-visit-tasting-3/ CATEGORIES:online services,school visit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/free-visit-english-2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231029 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20230207T130825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231028T104659Z UID:27524-1697932800-1698537599@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Phenomenal learning put into practise DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nPhenomenal learning put into practice\nRegistration is now closed\nWe invite you to sign up for the 2024 edition!\n\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe Finnish national curriculum introduces phenomenal\, multidisciplinary learning. It means thatinstead of individual subject areas focusing on the themes of phenomena\, the different disciplinesare combined\, and thus it can be examined wider and from different perspectives.The common objective for phenomenal learning is to support the holistic development of children.Students need to find ways to contribute and to become active members of the society. School inFinland is seen as a community and learners as active builders of knowledge. The aim of educationis to create the conditions for lifelong learning\, which is an integral part of building a good life. \nThe course introduces you topics such as Finnish double flip\, environmental education\, gamifiedmathematics and coding. The different pedagogical approaches from Finnish schools andclassrooms offer practical ideas how to promote phenomenal learning and whole schoolcollaboration\, even beyond. \nDuring the course you will learn more about phenomenal learning put into action via lectures\, groupwork\, assignments\, peer learning and a visit to a Finnish school. You also get to enjoy a bit ofFinnish culture\, explore beautiful Helsinki and why not to experience sauna as well as a dip in thesea too! \nLimited places available so please enrol soon. I hope to see and learn with you in October! \n SCHOOL VISIT INCLUDED \n\n Course fee \n 660€ \n\n\n Group discounts available\n \n\n Free access to online courses\n \n\n Certificates\n \n\n \n REGISTER NOW \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“The course provided a valuable and unforgettable experience through full immersion\, benefiting both personally and academically. It also presents a great opportunity to make new friends.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “The best part of the course was discovering a new methodology to effectively engage students in class\, getting to know teachers from other European countries and studying together in Finland. It was an experience like no other!”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “One of the highlights of the course was the warm and inviting atmosphere during meetings\, as well as the enriching cultural interactions in Finland.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “This experience was truly incredible! it confirmed that working in a group is absolutely essential for fostering motivation and meaningful teaching\, both for children as well as teachers. I can’t stress enough how important this experience has been for my personal and professional growth.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and prices\n Trainer\n Erasmus+\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Helsinki\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nTentative program  – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \nSunday: \nAfternoon:arrivalIntroduction to the courseMix&Mingle: getting to know each otherSelf-study material and learning diary \nMonday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Finnish education – What is the magic bullet?11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Curriculum and competencesPeer learningSelf-study material and learning diary \nTuesday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Phenomenal learning – Multi-disciplinary approach11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Learning environment – Environmental school…it takes the whole village.Group workSelf-study material and learning diary \nWednesday:9-11 Panel discussion/ debate based on the self-study materialStudent presentations on their phenomenal project plans/draftsPeer support and learning11-12 Lunch12-15 Visit to a schoolSelf-study material and learning diary \nThursday:9-11 Reflections from the visitPresentation: Finnish Flip11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Gamified MathsWorkshopSelf-study material and learning diary \nFriday:9-11 Student presentations: Phenomenal learning projects11-12 Lunch12-15 Peer assessment and facilitated discussion based on the projectsSelf-study material and learning diary \nSaturday: \n9-11 Final words and reflections on the learning journeyCertificates11-12 Lunch12 – Optional cultural activities: Allas\, Löyly\, Lonna\, Torni\, Suomenlinna…Explore and enjoy Helsinki!(additional fees apply) \n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICE\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nThe registration deadline for this course is September 30\,2023 – Extended until October 8\, 2023! \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nIf you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nCourse program\nEntrance fees (on the planned excursions)\nMaterials\nCertificates of attendance  \n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately. Please note that we will recommend nice lunch places and public transportation for the trips\, but participants will be responsible for the lunch and transportationcost during the program. \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refund. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainer \nTRAINER\nWho is in charge of the phenomenal learning and competences course? \n \n\nPirjo Suhonen has a Master’s thesis (2016) on Educational Technology. She is a strong believer on life-long learning and passionate about creativity\, innovation and global education. She has varied work experience from Finland\, England\, France and Belgium. Working in multinational European School of Brussels was rewarding and the birthplace of ALO Finland digital teacher training courses on Finnish education. \nMiss Suhonen has done podcasts and research from Alaska to Australia. Last year one of herproudest moments was to be in the same OECD panel with the Director of education and skills\, Andreas Schleicher. You can find out more about her work and research atALOFinland.com/community and a short video\, which gives you more insight about her and her work. \n\n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: Phenomenal learning put into practise \nAudience \n\nKindergarten\, primary\, and secondary school teachers\nSpecial education teachers\nSchool management and leadership\nAll other non-teaching experts\n\nWorking Methods \n\nExploration of pre-assumptions\nWorkshops\nFacilitated discussions / shared brainstorming\nTeamwork and Presentations\nField visits   \nPersonal learning diary\n\nOutcomes \n\nGain insight into Finnish schools and education\nFacilitate team-building activities\nImplement teaching sessions by utilizing participatory methods\nCreate a concrete development plan for your own school\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nThe participants can freely choose their accommodation. However\, we highly recommend being located close to Senate Square as the most interesting sights are within walking distance from the Square. Forenom offers comfortable accommodation in different locations around Helsinki area\, and our clients get 10% discount (ask for a code). For those with a limited budget\, Eurohostel is an excellent option.   \nTell us what kind of accommodation you prefer\, and we can help to find a place for your stay! \n \n  \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \n  \n Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nHow is education in Finland? \nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Contact Information \n\n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n\n \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/phenomenal-learning/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Phenomena-Learning-VF2-VisitEDUfinn.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20231013T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20231013T160000 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20231006T103005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T171330Z UID:32932-1697209200-1697212800@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Erasmus Days: Experiences of Erasmus+ Teacher Mobilities in Finland DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nA Possibility to Learn – \nExperiences of Erasmus+ Teacher Mobilities in Finland\nWhat kind of learning experiences do Erasmus+ mobilities provide? What are the schools like in Finland? \nJoin our webinar on teachers’ experiences to find out. We sent a satisfaction survey to teachers (N168) participating in Erasmus+ mobilities in Finland in the school year 2022-2023 and are now sharing the results. 97\,5% of participants would recommend the Erasmus+ programme. Join us for this free webinar to learn more about the experiences and benefits of the Erasmus+ program! Organized via Zoom so you can join from anywhere! \nStart time: 15:00 End time: 16:00 (EEST Easter European Summer Time\,  UTC+3) \nThere is room for only 100 participants\, so we recommend a quick registration to secure your seat! We will not record the webinar\, so please don’t register if you know that you cannot join on Friday. Thank you! \nWe will send a Zoom link to all registered participants a few hours before the webinar begins. \nPlease check the correct time in your country\, for instance\, using https://www.thetimezoneconverter.com/ URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/experiences-of-erasmus-teacher-mobilities-in-finland/ CATEGORIES:online services,school visit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/erasmusdays-logo.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231008 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20230315T192740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T130108Z UID:28518-1696118400-1696723199@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Super Week of Sustainability DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nSuper Week of Sustainability \nRegistration is now closed\n\nWe invite you to sign up for the 2024 edition! \nSuper Week of Sustainability is your opportunity to learn from Finnish experts’ skills\, mindset and methods for teaching sustainable development topics. We will dive into the world of sustainable development from different perspectives and together walk towards creating more sustainable future. \nWe are delighted to partner with Educational and Cultural Services\, City of Oulu to provide teachers\, educators and school administrators from around the world tools to create the school of the future today. \nThe central and sometimes difficult themes of sustainable development affect us all. But instead of losing hope\, we can take an active role and act. The activity starts from interest and empathy towards nature and its diversity\, because what you value\, you want to take care of. That is the goal of the course: to take care of the future of the entire planet. \nThe themes of sustainable development must be brought to the fore in everything we do\, in everyday school life. The aim of the course is to create an understanding of these themes and to concretize them to the level of making. We believe that the promotion of these themes belongs to the entire school community\, not just to a few dedicated people. After the course\, you will have the tools to act and promote sustainable development in your own work community. \nJoin us and enhance your teaching skills and methodologies in an innovative network of experts and schools from early childhood education\, basic education\, and upper secondary school. Together we build sustainable future. \nThe course is organized by Educational and Cultural Services\, City of Oulu and VisitEDUfinn Ltd. We both have a track record of organizing educational events with the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 as required by the European Commission\, suitable for teachers with ERASMUS+ grant. ` \nCourse description\nSustainable development is one of the most crucial skills now and in the future. The purpose of this course is to give you the necessary skills\, mindset and tools to promote sustainable development education in your own work and school. We will dive into sustainability topics from different perspectives\, and offer you an opportunity to experience in practice\, how sustainability teaching and learning can be integrated to the daily school life. \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the topics of sustainable development education. The course is based on the Learning Stream for Sustainable Future created by the city of Oulu. The course approaches sustainable development from four perspectives: \n\nStrenghtening nature relationship\nCircular economy\nClimate competence\nUN’s Sustainable Development Goals\n\nThe participants will also learn the basics of the Finnish Curriculum\, gain insight into transversal competences in the Finnish Curriculum\, and how sustainability topics can be integrated into teaching. \nWe are all learners in the stream of a sustainable future and grow together towards a sustainable lifestyle. Our goal with this course is to equip you with the tools raise and educate ecosocial individuals\, who want to create a sustainable future for themselves and others. \nDon’t miss out!  \nSmall actions make a big difference \nAs teachers\, we should keep in mind the quote live as you preach.  \nFor this course\, it means the following small actions:  \n\nIf you travel eco-friendly without flying\, we give you a free ticket to either of our optional activities. \nIn Oulu\, we will mostly use public transport or walk to the different course sites (always when it is possible)\nThe meals served during the course are mostly vegetarian / low climate impact foods\n\n \n register NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“The course provided a valuable and unforgettable experience through full immersion\, benefiting both personally and academically. It also presents a great opportunity to make new friends.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “The best part of the course was discovering a new methodology to effectively engage students in class\, getting to know teachers from other European countries and studying together in Finland. It was an experience like no other!”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “One of the highlights of the course was the warm and inviting atmosphere during meetings\, as well as the enriching cultural interactions in Finland.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “This experience was truly incredible! it confirmed that working in a group is absolutely essential for fostering motivation and meaningful teaching\, both for children as well as teachers. I can’t stress enough how important this experience has been for my personal and professional growth.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGcrYkHwE80\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nDOWNLOAD BROCHURE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Prices\n Trainers\n Erasmus+\n Optional Activities\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nTentative program  – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \nSUNDAY \nArrival to Finland and Oulu \nAfternoon session \n15:30-17:30Welcome session\, ice-breakers and introduction to the course \nMONDAY \n9:00-11:00Introduction:Finnish Education System and Transversal Competences \nLunch Break \n11:00-12:00Lunch in the City Center \n12:00-15:00Theme 1:Learning Stream for Sustainable Future \nUN’s Sustainable Development Goals in Education \nTUESDAY \n9:00-11:30Theme 2:Strengthening Nature Relationship \n11:30-12:00Transportation to the school \n12:00-15:00 School visit (including lunch) \n15:00-15:30Transportation from the school visit \nWEDNESDAY \n8:30-9:00Transportation to the school visit \n9:00-11:00School visit 2 \n11:00-12:00School Lunch \n12:00-12:30Transportation from the school visit \nTHURSDAY \n9:00-11:30Theme 3:Climate Competence \n11:30-12:00Transportation for the school visit \n12:00-12:45School Lunch \n12:45-15:00School visit 3 \n15:00-15:30Transportation from the school visit \nFRIDAY \n9:00-12:00Theme 4:Circular Economy in Education \n12:00-13:00Lunch in the City Center \nSATURDAY \n9:00-11:00Course’s Final Session \n11:00-12:00Brunch in the City Center \nTHANK YOU AND HAVE A NICE WEEKEND AND JOURNEY BACK HOME! \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nSpread the word about this course among your colleagues! \n Registration and Prices \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nThe pre-registration deadline for this course is July 31\, 2023! \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe course will be confirmed later. For the moment\, we take binding pre-registrations. If you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes  \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nAdmission to all sessions\nCourse materials\nSchool visits\nCertificate of attendance\nPossibility to participate in the optional cultural activities (additional fees apply)\n\nThe meal package (110€ excl. VAT) is obligatory and it includes: \n\nFive lunches and coffee/tea with snacks during breaks\nFarewell Brunch\n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately.  \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€). \n  \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIn case the course is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nAny questions about the registration or payments? Please contact info@visitedufinn.com. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainers \nTRAINERS \n \nJussi Tomberg\, Senior Advisor for Sustainability \nHead of Project\, Coordination of Finnish AspNet Schools  \nJussi works with sustainability and SDG themes. He works as an advisory teacher for sustainability in the Educational and Cultural Services of the City of Oulu\, Finland. At the moment\, he develops the sustainable path for education in Finland and supports UNESCO ASPNet schools with SDG themes. Mr. Tomberg is the Head of Finnish National UNESCO ASP network project. Mr Tomberg has also worked as a Biology and Geography teacher in secondary and upper secondary schools\, and as an in-service Training Educator. Motto: What you don’t know\, you can’t respect. \n \nPaula Ratava works as an Advisory Teacher for Sustainable Future in the City of Oulu. Her expertise lies in education for sustainability in general and especially in climate and environmental issues. As a background\, she has graduated as an environmental educator and expert and also as a teacher of Biology\, Geography\, and Languages. Ms. Ratava is really keen on hope and solutions-oriented education for sustainability\, so her mostly used keywords are probably “realistic hope”\, “constructive dialogue” and “the community level of action”. Her working days consist of planning materials\, training and events for teachers and students\, advising schools in sustainability issues and managing development projects on education for sustainability funded by the Finnish National Agency for Education. \n \nEemeli Alanne (Master of Arts in Education) works as an advisory teacher for entrepreneurship education in the City of Oulu. Eemeli is an education professional with a special focus on entrepreneurship\, working life readiness and sustainability. He loves learning new things and applying the theory into practice. He holds degrees in hospitality management\, education & globalization and currently is doing MBA in leading sustainable growth. He has worked with NGOs in the field as well as the public sector. He has worked with thousands of students from 3rd graders to adults to understand entrepreneurship better. He has developed learning materials and facilitated events for hundreds of people. Eemeli thinks entrepreneurship is a learning process and a mindset. \nEemeli is energetic and passionate about the things he does. Working with him is not only about talking\, it’s about doing\, which is at the core of entrepreneurial behaviour. \n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: Super Week of Sustainability \nCourse description \nSustainable development is one of the most crucial skills now and in the future. The purpose of this course is to give you the necessary skills\, mindset and tools to promote sustainable development education in your own work and school. We will dive into sustainability topics from different perspectives\, and offer you an opportunity to experience in practice\, how sustainability teaching and learning can be integrated to the daily school life. \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the topics of sustainable development education. The course is based on the Learning Stream for Sustainable Future created by the city of Oulu. The course approaches sustainable development from four perspectives: \n\nStrenghtening nature relationship\nCircular economy\nClimate competence\nUN’s Sustainable Development Goals\n\nThe participants will also learn the basics of the Finnish Curriculum\, gain insight into transversal competences in the Finnish Curriculum\, and how sustainability topics can be integrated into teaching. \nWe are all learners in the stream of a sustainable future and grow together towards a sustainable lifestyle. Our goal with course is to equip you with the tools raise and educate ecosocial individuals\, who want to create a sustainable future for themselves and others. \nLearning outcomes \nThe training course aims to give you the knowledge and understanding to develop and implement sustainable development education in your own work and school. The course has the following learning goals: \n\nParticipants understand the different elements of sustainable development education and can identify their connection to own work.\nParticipants can combine one’s curriculum goals with sustainable development topics.\nParticipants know how to use different pedagogical methods to implement and integrate sustainability into teaching in a meaningful way.\nParticipants can act as change makers in their own institutions and further develop themselves and organizations towards sustainable lifestyle and work culture.\n\nWorking methods \nThe training course uses different methods to enhance the learning experience. The working methods include: \n\n\n\nLectures and presentations\nSchool visits \nWorkshops\nGroup work and discussions\n\n\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Optional Activities \nOPTIONAL ACTIVITIES\nWednesday afternoon:  \n \nExcursion to the Sanginjoki nature reserve – Doing by hand \nWelcome to the old forest ranger’s house “Loppula” and its surroundings in Sanginjoki nature reserve (https://www.nationalparks.fi/sanginjoki). Local nature organizations renovated the house in 2023 to serve travelers in the area. \nReed is a typical plant that causes problems for local lakes here in Finland. Water restoration can produce good material\, for example\, for craft use. This trip shows an excellent example of a small-scale circular economy. In this excursion You will get familiarized with the reed and its possibilities as a craft material. You will get to make your own reed necklace or decorative cone. You will also enjoy a short walk in the forest and snacks by the campfire. Our instructors with You during the activity are Johanna Riepula and Rita Porkka. \nMore information and inscription: Doing by hand \n \nFriday afternoon:  \nExcursion to the Sanginjoki nature reserve – body and mind \nWelcome to Korpilampi Trail in Sanginjoki. It is about 2 kilometers long path through the beautiful old forest (https://www.nationalparks.fi/sanginjoki/trails#korpilammenkierros). There is a campfire site and a lean-to shelter on the northern shore of Korpilampi Pond. \nThis is the best way to strengthen Your nature relationship! This afternoon offers You both body and mind relaxation in a Finnish forest. You will get tools for recovery with a taste of forestmind (Forestmind (metsamieli.fi)) while forest yoga will relax your body. You will also enjoy a short walk in the forest and snacks by the campfire. Our instructors with you during the activity are Laura Rahikkala and Rita Porkka.  \nMore information and inscription: Body and Mind \n \n Accommodation \n\nACCOMMODATION\n \nThe main venue of the course\, The historic building Aleksinkulma. Aleksinkulma is located in the centre of Oulu.  \n\n\nForenom offers comfortable accommodation (not in the city centre\, though)\, and the participants get 10% discount with the code VISITEDU10 \nOther accomodation options:  \nGreenstar hotel Oulu – GreenStar Hotels \nHotel Arina \nPikisaari Guesthouse \nRadisson Blu Oulu \nDe Gamlas Hem \n\n General Information \nGENERAL INFORMATION\nThe City of Oulu is the capital of northern Finland. \nOulu is located by the Gulf of Bothnia\, at the mouth of Oulu River\, about 600 km north of the capital city Helsinki. The name Oulu comes from a word in the Sami language meaning floodwater. The city of Oulu combines Northern hospitality\, nature and culture with modern technology. Oulu has over 200 000 inhabitants\, and its investment in education\, research and innovation makes it the fastest growing region in Finland. Oulu has been designated the European Capital of Culture in 2026.   \nHow to get there \nDespite its northern location\, Oulu is well connected to the rest of the world. Oulu airport is the second busiest in Finland\, and there are several connective flights every day from Helsinki. \nFinnair \nTrainOulu is easily reachable by train as well with 10 daily connections from Helsinki. It is an economical and sustainable option.  There are two night trains available every day\, and the trains during the daylight offer a good opportunity to see more of Finland. Oulu railway station is located in the city center\, walking distance from most hotels. Visit VR for more information. \nHow to get from the airport to city center \nCity busses\, routes 8 and 9\, run daily from early morning to late night via Oulu city centre to Oulu Airport. Travel time from city centre to airport is approximately 25-30 minutes on both routes. \nName of the Oulu Airport bus stop is Lentoasema (ID-number 2646). The bus stop is located right in front of the airport terminal. \nIn Oulu city centre name of the bus stop is Kaupungintalo E (ID-number 2087) when travelling to airport and Kaupungintalo P (ID-number 2101) when arriving at city centre. \nAdult ticket is 5\,80€ \nRead more about public transport in Oulu. \nTAXI \nNormal Taxi: The price from the airport to the city center is approx. 40€ \nFinnish taxis are reliable and accept credit cards. The following taxi companies operate in Oulu: \nOTAXI \nMENEVÄ \nCar rentals \nAll major car rentals have an office in Oulu for those interested in traveling around the surrounding areas by themselves.  \nWeather in Oulu \nIn March\, the average maximum daytime temperature lies around -1.0°C . So it is still cold\, but the brightness of the days invites you to enjoy the spring. In addition to new technologies\, outdoor activities play an important role in the everyday life of Finnish school children and in the lifestyle of Finns in general (just to bear in mind when choosing your clothing).  Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Rovaniemi. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English; especially the people involved in tourism speak excellent English. Course language is English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is UTC/GMT+2 \n Contact Information \n\n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n\n \n \n Register now\n \n \nWe welcome you to a Super Week of Sustainability in Oulu\, Finland.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/super-week-of-sustainability/ LOCATION:Oulu\, Oulu\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BANNER-SUSTAINTABILITY-LOGOS-NEW.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231001 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20230320T224435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T101108Z UID:28231-1695513600-1696118399@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Innovative methods for teachers in Helsinki\, Finland DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nInnovative Teaching and Learning Methods\nRegistration is now closed\nWe invite you to sign up for the 2024 edition!\nInnovative teaching and learning methods \nThe fundamental purpose of this course is to experience in practice how innovative teaching and learning can be integrated into daily school life. \nWe invite all teachers passionate to develop their professional skills to participate. The course is open also for education professionals from outside the EU (Erasmus+ funding is not mandatory). The course combines theory with practical exercises and field visits.  During the seven-day course\, you will experiment with design thinking\, phenomenon-based learning and playful learning in a participatory learning environment. You will work on your own\, in pairs\, and in teams. We will visit a Finnish school to see students in action\, and for example Design Factory and Fazer Experience exhibition to see how innovative pedagogy is implemented in different ways. Active participation is essential to immerse yourself in Finnish education and culture\, as well as deepen your practices in multidisciplinary teaching/ learning methods. \n Only 20 places are available\, reserve your spot now \n \n register NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“What I valued the most about the course was the immersive hands-on experience that facilitated a deeper understanding of the concept of design thinking and the potential challenges encountered by teachers and students.”\n ParticipantCourse Innovative Teaching and learning Methods in Finland 2023\n “The most enjoyable and beneficial parts of the course were the active and creative activities\, visits to museums\, educational institutions\, and the chance to connect with colleagues from different countries.”\n ParticipantCourse Innovative Teaching and learning Methods in Finland 2023\n “I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a more engaging approach to learning.\nBy working collaboratively in groups\, we were able to consider multiple perspectives and come up with innovative solutions to common problems.”\n ParticipantCourse Innovative Teaching and learning Methods in Finland 2023\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and prices\n Trainer\n Erasmus+\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Helsinki\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nTentative program  – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \nSunday\, September 24: Introduction to the course \n13:00 –16:00 ( Venue: To be confirmed later )  \n\nWelcome! \nIntroduction to the course \nGetting to know each other\nTeam forming\n\nDistance learning: Preparing for team presentation on Tue (1.5 hours)  \nMonday\, September 25: Preparing your mind for innovation \n9.30-12.00   \n\nPreparing your mind for innovation\nDesign Thinking workshop\n\n12.00-13.00 Lunch  \n13:00-16:00 \n\nDesign thinking project – visit a learning center\nAfterschool club teacher job shadowing\n\nDistance learning: Design process models (1.5 hours) \nTuesday\, September 26: Discovering innovation tools \n9:30-12:00  \n\nTeam introduction and design process presentation\nDigital collaboration tools\n\n12.00-13.00 Lunch  \n13:00-16:00 \n\nDesign factory visit   \n\nWednesday\, September 27: Insights into Finnish education \n9:30-12:30    \n\nExperience Finnish education in practice: visit a local school and shadow classes. Opportunity to talk to teachers and pupils. \n\n12.30-13.00 Lunch \nFREE AFTERNOON \nDistance Learning: Phenomenon-based Learning in Finland (2 hour) \nThursday\, September 28:  Idea presentation and action plan \n 9:30-12:30 \n\nInnovation Workshop\n\n12.30-13.30 Lunch \n13:30-16:00 \n\nDrama Workshop\n\nFriday\, September 29: Deepening Your Experience \n10:00-12:00   \n\nVisit Fazer Experience Visitor Center\n\n12:00-13:00 Lunch  \n13:00-16:00   \n\nTeam presentation\n\nOptional visit in the evening:  EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art \nSaturday\, September 30:  A walk down memory lane \n10:00-12:00 \n\nA walk down memory lane\nCourse certificates \n\n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nThe pre-registration deadline for this course is July 31\, 2023! \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe course will be confirmed later. For the moment\, we take binding pre-registrations. If you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nCourse program\nEntrance fees (on the planned excursions)\nMaterials\nCertificates of attendance  \n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately. Please note that we will recommend nice lunch places and public transportation for the trips\, but participants will be responsible for the lunch and transportationcost during the program. \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€). \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refund. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainer \nTRAINER\nWho is in charge of the Innovative Learning and Teaching methods -course? \n \n\nHi\, \nI’m Yingli and I’m looking forward to working with you to use the new approach to accelerate innovation in your work. I am a teacher at the University of Applied Science in Finland. I also train teachers outside of Finland in a teacher education team.   I’m excited that we will use toolkits available for anyone interested in innovative teaching/learning methods\, and we will explore Finnish education & culture together.  \nYingli Guo \n \n   \n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: Innovative teaching and learning methods \nAudience \n\nKindergarten\, primary\, and secondary school teachers\nSpecial education teachers\nSchool management and leadership\nAll other non-teaching experts\n\nWorking methods \n\nWorkshops\nFacilitated discussions \nDistance Learning\nTeamwork and Presentations\nField visits   \n\nCourse outcomes \nAfter the course\, you will be able to \n\nGain insight into Finnish schools and education\nFacilitate team-building activities\nImplement teaching sessions by utilizing participatory methods\nApply design process to teaching and learning\nCombine your curriculum outcomes with Phenomenon-based Learning and Design Thinking\nCo-design multidisciplinary projects\nUse digital collaboration tools\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nThe participants can freely choose their accommodation. However\, we highly recommend being located close to Senate Square as the most interesting sights are within walking distance from the Square. Forenom offers comfortable accommodation in different locations around Helsinki area\, and our clients get 10% discount (ask for a code). For those with a limited budget\, Eurohostel is an excellent option.   \nTell us what kind of accommodation you prefer\, and we can help to find a place for your stay! \n \n  \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \n  \n Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \nHow is education in Finland?  \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/innovative-teaching-methods-sept2023/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/INNOVATIVE-LEARING-COURSE-Sept2023.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230924 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20230223T071121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T122621Z UID:27306-1694908800-1695513599@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:21st Century learning and competences DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \n21st Century learning and competences\nRegistration is now closed\n\nWe invite you to sign up for the 2024 edition!\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe Finnish national curriculum aims to meet the needs of the rapidly changing world and provide children with skills and abilities to live a good life. It introduces phenomenal learning and seven core competences. 21st century teaching supports students’ growth into human beings and promotes the necessary skills for democratic membership in society and a sustainable way of life. The aim of education is to to encourage students to recognize their own strengths and talents as well as opportunities for development.  \nThe course provides you practical insight into phenomenal learning and the 21st century competences in Finland and answers questions such as: \n\nWhat are the core competences in Finland and why are they considered important? \nHow to enhance 21st  century teaching\, learning and competence development in schools?\n\nYou will learn more about multiliteracy\, entrepreneurship and other crucial competences taught in Finland via lectures\, group work\, assignments\, peer learning and a visit to a Finnish school. You also get to enjoy a bit of Finnish culture\, explore beautiful Helsinki and why not to experience sauna as well as have a dip in the sea too! \nLimited places available so please enrol soon. I hope to see and learn with you in Finland! \n \n register NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n“The course provided a valuable and unforgettable experience through full immersion\, benefiting both personally and academically. It also presents a great opportunity to make new friends.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “The best part of the course was discovering a new methodology to effectively engage students in class\, getting to know teachers from other European countries and studying together in Finland. It was an experience like no other!”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “One of the highlights of the course was the warm and inviting atmosphere during meetings\, as well as the enriching cultural interactions in Finland.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n “This experience was truly incredible! it confirmed that working in a group is absolutely essential for fostering motivation and meaningful teaching\, both for children as well as teachers. I can’t stress enough how important this experience has been for my personal and professional growth.”\n ParticipantErasmus+ Course by VisitEDUfinn\n Previous\n Next \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and prices\n Trainer\n Erasmus+\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Helsinki\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nTentative program  – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \nSunday:ArrivalAfternoon:Introduction to the courseMix&Mingle: getting to know each otherSelf-study material and learning diary \nMonday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Finnish education – What is the secret sauce?11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Curriculum and competences – Is Finland getting rid of subjects?Peer learning on core competencesSelf-study material and learning diary \nTuesday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study material Panel discussion on 21st century competencesPresentation: Core competence 1 – Thinking and learning to learn skills11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Core competence 2 – Taking care of oneself and othersGroup workSelf-study material and learning diary \nWednesday:9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Core competence 3 – Multiliteracy11-12 Lunch12-15 Visit to schoolSelf-study material and learning diary \nThursday \n9-11 Reflections from the visitPresentation: Core competence 4 – ICT11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Core competence 5 – Cultural competence\, interaction and expressionGroup workSelf-study material and learning diary \nFriday: \n9-11 Facilitated discussion based on the self-study materialPresentation: Core competence 6 – Entrepreneurship11-12 Lunch12-15 Presentation: Core competence 7 – Participation and influence\, building the sustainablefutureDebate on crucial 21st century competences now and in the futureSelf-study material and learning diary \nSaturday: \n9-11 Final words and reflections on the learning journeyCertificates11-12 Lunch12 – Optional cultural activities: Allas\, Löyly\, Lonna\, Torni\, Suomenlinna…Explore and enjoy Helsinki!(additional fees apply) \n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\nHow can I participate? \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form.  \nThe pre-registration deadline for this course is July 31\, 2023! \nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information. \nThe course will be confirmed later. For the moment\, we take binding pre-registrations. If you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nIf you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option. \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 660€  \nPrice includes \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nCourse program\nEntrance fees (on the planned excursions)\nMaterials\nCertificates of attendance  \n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately. Please note that we will recommend nice lunch places and public transportation for the trips\, but participants will be responsible for the lunch and transportationcost during the program. \nPayments \nWhen we confirm the course we send a link to pay with a credit card or an invoice to make a bank transfer. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refund. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainer \nTRAINER\nWho is in charge of the 21st century learning and competences -course? \n  \n\n \nPirjo Suhonen has a Master’s thesis (2016) on Educational Technology. She is a strong believer on life-long learning and passionate about creativity\, innovation and global education. She has varied work experience from Finland\, England\, France and Belgium. Working in multinational European School of Brussels was rewarding and the birthplace of ALO Finland digital teacher training courses on Finnish education. \nMiss Suhonen has done podcasts and research from Alaska to Australia. Last year one of herproudest moments was to be in the same OECD panel with the Director of education and skills\, Andreas Schleicher. You can find out more about her work and research atALOFinland.com/community and a short video\, which gives you more insight about her and her work. \n\n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: 21st Century learning and competences \nAudience \n\nKindergarten\, primary\, and secondary school teachers\nSpecial education teachers\nSchool management and leadership\nAll other non-teaching experts\n\nWorking Methods \n\nExploration of pre-assumptions\nWorkshops\nFacilitated discussions / shared brainstorming\nTeamwork and Presentations\nField visits   \nPersonal learning diary\n\nOutcomes \n\nGain insight into Finnish schools and education\nFacilitate team-building activities\nImplement teaching sessions by utilizing participatory methods\nCreate a concrete development plan for your own school\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nThe participants can freely choose their accommodation. However\, we highly recommend being located close to Senate Square as the most interesting sights are within walking distance from the Square. Forenom offers comfortable accommodation in different locations around Helsinki area\, and our clients get 10% discount (ask for a code). For those with a limited budget\, Eurohostel is an excellent option.   \nTell us what kind of accommodation you prefer\, and we can help to find a place for your stay! \n \n  \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \n  \n Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nHow is education in Finland? \nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/21st-century-learning-and-competences/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/21st-Century-COURSE-VF2-Visitedufinn.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230821 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230826 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20230310T113654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T131159Z UID:28234-1692576000-1693007999@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:HEAT2023 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nTeachers’ Summer School HEAT2023\nHelsinki Education in Action for Teachers\nRegistration is now closed\nWe invite you to sign up for the 2024 edition!\nDiscounts available for groups of 5 or more participants! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information.\nATTENTION TEACHERS AND EDUCATORS! It is now time to apply for Teachers’ Summer School HEAT2023 in Helsinki\, Finland on August 21-25\, 2023. \nWhat is HEAT2023? \nThe Summer School is organized by VisitEDUfinn \, Hostel Suomenlinna and The Organization for Outdoor Education in Finland. The school lessons will be taught in the interesting educational venues and in the historical Suomenlinna Sea Fortress\, a World Heritage Site. Suomenlinna World Heritage Site has a unique learning surrounding full of history and with beautiful archipelago landscape. During your summer school week\, you will also get to know Helsinki and its cool sights\, for example\, Oodi city library\, Löyly\, Temppeliaukio Church… \nThere is also a possibility to visit a Finnish public school and see the students in action. The students will also join the workshops with you in Suomenlinna and other learning environments outside the school. Each day teachers/educators will have different tasks to follow and aims to achieve! The objective is to give you new tools to apply phenomenon-based\, student-centred methods in your own work. With participants from all over the world\, this is a real multicultural opportunity to share and gain pedagogical knowhow and strengthen your professional self-esteem and growth. Finnish renowned curriculum is in the center\, but each participant brings their valuable perspective and the outcome will be more than the sum of its parts. \n  \n \n register NOW\n \n VISITEDUFINN \nWhat our clients say\n “From the school visits to our normal walks on the road\, every bit was a chance to learn something. For short\, it was truly motivating and educational. On top of that\, we made new-found friends from all over the world”\n ParticipantHEAT2023\n “The best thing about HEAT2023 was the extensive program\, which gave you a wide-ranging insight into the Finnish school system. And at the same time the fact that individual questions from participants about the school system were flexibly included in the program by the hosts. Furthermore\, I really liked the balance of the program in terms of information about the school system and the tourist highlights of the beautiful city of Helsinki.”\n ParticipantHEAT2023\n “If you need to know about the Finnish educational sistem this is the course to follow.”\n ParticipantHEAT2023\n “Thank you\, VisitEDUfinn for initiating this programme and allowing us to see Finland as a whole from it’s education\, culture\, history\, and lifestyle! ‘Til next time!”\n ParticipantHEAT2023\n “From the school visits and the sightseeing\, I got the whole picture of how Finnish educate future generations and foster their skills to cope with any upcoming adventures and challenges. Really recommend you to join this program to get some insights on your current teaching modes!”\n ParticipantHEAT2023\n “I was able to take away a lot of new ideas and suggestions from the HEAT2023 program and I will start the school year that starts here very motivated. In particular\, I was able to take some new suggestions with me regarding group work with schoolchildren and excursions to extracurricular learning locations. I was also very impressed by the personal responsibility of the Finnish students\, which I would like to pass on to my students.”\n ParticipantHEAT2023\n “What did I think of #HEAT2023? Intense and immersive! We got to see the Finnish Educational System in different lenses: a student\, a teacher\, a parent\, administrator and community. We can also say that the “HEAT” was really on! As we kept moving from one place to another and learn at the same time. I have learnt through the Finnish style of education- you don’t learn by sitting all day\, but rather\, by doing\, interacting\, experiencing and having fun through meaningful activities. Our experience defined Finnish education and culture for us.”\n ParticipantHEAT2023\n “#HEAT2023 is not only about sweating under the sun from all the activities\, educative tours and school visits\, but also about enjoy the heat and relax in the sauna\, have a cup of hot coffee and feel the warmth and welcoming attitude of the Finnish people. Kudos to VisitEduFinn and all staff and guides of the schools and must-see sites. It was a pleasure to synergize with you! Hope to see you all again!.”\n ParticipantHEAT2023\n “This was such a valuable experience\, as I participated as a learner\, developing my own takeaway. Now comes the best part… application! Exactly what we want for our students.”\n ParticipantHEAT2022\n Previous\n Next \n \nOur course can now be tailored for private groups to fit your specific needs and schedule. To get a quote\, Contact us at info@visitedufinn.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and prices\n Trainer\n Erasmus+\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Helsinki\n Education in Finland\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nWhat will you learn? \nThe Summer School curriculum bases on Finnish national core curriculum. The pedagogical approach is holistic and student-centered. You will take a part to the interactive and inspiring learning sessions. We will focus on phenomenon-based teaching and learning\, a move away from subjects and towards inter-disciplinary topics. HEAT Summer School is like a typical Finnish Camp School which aim is also to strengthen co-operational and communicational skills in the classroom. You will be able to learn by doing and sharing not only with the students but also with the local experienced teachers. \nThe Summer School opens for you an opportunity to share ideas\, knowledge and local practices\, which are ethically sustainable and culturally sensitive\, and could be transferred from culture to another. \nTentative program for HEAT2023 – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \n\n\n\n\nTime \n\n\nARRIVAL DAY \nMonday /in town \n\n\n  \nTuesday / in Suomenlinna \n\n\n  \nWednesday/ in Suomenlinna \n\n\n  \nThursday /at school \n\n\nFAREWELL DAY \nFriday / in town \n\n\n\n\n9:00 \n\n\nHelsinki sights on foot \n\n\nWith group 1 students \nEngaging students\, thinking and learning to learn workshop \nSecrets of Suomenlinna fortress history \n\n\nWith group 2 students \nEngaging students\, thinking and learning to learn workshop \nSecrets of Suomenlinna fortress history \n\n\nFinnish learning culture in practise – daily shores at Finnish public school \nA school visit (a same school than from where group 1 and 2 students come from) \n\n\nLearning and school collaboration outside the classroom: \nVisit to the educational art and culture venue (learning center TBC) \n\n\n\n\n11:30 \n\n\nLUNCH in town \n\n\nLUNCH in hostel Suomenlinna \n\n\nLUNCH in hostel Suomenlinna \n\n\nLUNCH at school \n\n\nLUNCH in town \n\n\n\n\n12:30 \n\n\nFinnish school values and learning conception \nOverview of the Finnish basic education system by Aulis Pitkälä \n\n\nWith group 1 students \nLearning by doing – a holistic pedagogical approach: Secrets of archipelago nature workshop \n\n\nWith group 2 students \nLearning by doing -a holistic pedagogical approach: Secrets of archipelago nature workshop \n\n\nDaily shores at school: \nA visit continues with pedagogical teachers’ in-service workshop \n\n\nLearning and school collaboration outside the classroom continues \neducational projects with museums\, (visiting museum TBC) \n\n\n\n\n14.30 \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nTeacher talk – teacher training and collaboration \nSharing pedagogical knowledge and expertise \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nNew national curriculum: What is phenomenon-based learning all about? How is teaching and learning in the 21st century? \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nFinnish school team spirit activities: Camp Olympics \nWrap-up of today \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nA visit to Arabia Design center \nWrap-up of today \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nJoy of learning and sharing together: Wrap up workshop and farewell party \n\n\n\n\n17:00 \n\n\nThe full Finnish Experience including swim and sauna \n\n\nA visit to Helsinki University library and Think Corner \n\n\n  \n\n \n \n\n\n\n19:00 \n\n\nDINNER in town \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\nHow can I participate? \nThe registration deadline for this course is July 31\, 2023! \nHEAT2023 is a very unique opportunity for only 40 participants\, so be quick and register for this special event today! All registration must be done using the following online registration form. Reservations will be handled on a “first come – first served” basis\, so early registration is the only way to secure your place. Accepted methods of payment are credit card and bank transfer. If you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER FOR HEAT2023 \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nIf you have Erasmus+ KA1 funding\, it should cover the fees. For those who come from outside the EU countries\, there are other professional development grants for teachers. We have tried to keep the costs so low that self-funded participation is also a real option.  \nThe course price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a school or organization and during the registration\, attach your school’s tax certificate\, OID code\, or similar document. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \nCourse fee 500€  \nObligatory meal package 140€ \nPrices include \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nHEAT2023 program\nLunches (including a School lunch) and refreshments each day\nWelcome dinner\nEntrance fees when apply (for instance The Full Finnish Experience with Sauna)\nMaterials\nCertificates of attendance  \n\nOther expenses \nAirline tickets\, accommodation\, and local travel tickets to be bought separately. \nPayments  \nPlease choose your payment type on the online registration form. The options are  \n\nOnline credit card payment (Visa\, MasterCard\, American Express)\nBank transfer (PDF-invoice). The invoice with the necessary information will be sent to you with the confirmation email. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees. \n\nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nPre-registrationWe can confirm this course once we have received 10 registrations. Note that also pre-registration is binding; as there is a minimum and maximum number of participants\, every registration counts.   \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com at least a month before the course starts. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refunding. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainer \nTRAINER\nWho is in charge of HEAT2023? \n \nMs. Suvi Krista Westling is an expert on educational psychology with a broad view of education and a deep understanding of the human mind. She has graduated from and later taught students in an innovative program of educational psychology at the University of Helsinki. Her teaching has included lecturing\, supervising pre-service teachers’ practice\, and facilitating group processes and phenomenon-based group studies. In her research\, she has studied the quality of regulation of students’ learning and activity both at school and at teacher education. She has worked as an expert in educational program design at an academic level as well as in few international organizations. \nSuvi has also gained grassroots experience with children and teenagers while working as a classroom teacher\, youth worker\, and camp supervisor in various places at earlier phases of her life. She has developed an international mindset and understanding of different cultures by participating and working in different international communities and networks\, living and studying in Latin America (Chile). \nOther experts in HEAT2023 \nAULIS PITKÄLÄ Mr. Aulis Pitkälä has an exceptional career in the field of education. During the years 2012-2016\, Aulis responded to a valued task of Director General in the Finnish National Agency for Education. Afterward\, he worked as a Deputy Mayor of Education and Cultural Services in the city of Espoo. In 2017\, he was awarded the honorary title for his distinguished career in education by the President of the Republic of Finland. \n Erasmus+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: HEAT2023 – Helsinki Education in Action for Teachers \nAudience \n\nKindergarten\, primary\, and secondary school teachers\nSpecial education teachers\nSchool management and leadership\nAll other non-teaching experts\n\nWorking Methods \n\nExploration of pre-assumptions\nWorkshops (also together with Finnish school pupils)\nFacilitated discussions / shared brainstorming\nTeamwork and Presentations\nField visits   \nPersonal learning diary\n\nOutcomes \n\nGain insight into Finnish schools and education\nFacilitate team-building activities\nImplement teaching sessions by utilizing participatory methods\nCreate a concrete development plan for your own school\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nWhere to stay? \nSummer School participants will have the option to stay overnight in an old elementary school\, Hostel Suomenlinna. The Finnish Hostel Association has designated Hostel Suomenlinna as the Hostel of the Year 2018. The hostel\, owned by The Organization for Outdoor Education in Finland\, is located on one of the Suomenlinna islands\, just 15-20 minutes from the city center by ferry. If you are interested in this option\, for more information and booking\, please contact hostel@suokki.fi. If the Hostel is fully booked or you prefer to stay in a hotel\, there are plenty of good options within walking distance from where the ferry service runs in the Market Square. Check out the ferry schedule.  \nHow do I get there?  \nSuomenlinna is accessible only by water. A ferry service runs from the Market Square to Suomenlinna throughout the year. The trip to Suomenlinna takes 15–20 minutes and offers magnificent views of Helsinki and the surrounding area from the sea. \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \nWhat you can do in Helsinki\, Finland \n\nWhat’s up in Helsinki during your study visit?\nDesign and shopping tips in Helsinki!\nDo not miss Oodi\, the Temppeliaukio Church\, and the Old Market Hall!\nMore recommendations for our clients.\nDownload our compact guide to Helsinki and Finland.\n\n Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nHow is the education in Finland?  \nDuring our events and courses\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about HEAT2023\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.c/o Eira High School for AdultsIso Roobertinkatu 20-22 A00120 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Do you want to know more about our Events and Courses?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/heat2023/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/HEAT2023-VEF.png ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230514 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20221215T195638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T065133Z UID:26620-1683417600-1684022399@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Innovative methods for teachers in Helsinki\, Finland DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nInnovative Teaching and Learning Methods\nATTENTION TEACHERS AND EDUCATORS! It is now time to apply for this confirmed Teacher Training course in Helsinki\, Finland on May 7-13\, 2023. \nRegistration for this course closes on April 30th – the following session is on September 24-30\, 2023. Check out our event/course calendar for other courses as well! \nInnovative teaching and learning methods \nThe fundamental purpose of this course is to experience in practice how innovative teaching and learning can be integrated into daily school life. \nWe invite all teachers passionate to develop their professional skills to participate. The course is open also for education professionals from outside the EU (Erasmus+ funding is not mandatory). The course combines theory with practical exercises and field visits.  During the seven-day course\, you will experiment with design thinking\, phenomenon-based learning and playful learning in a participatory learning environment. You will work on your own\, in pairs\, and in teams. We will visit a Finnish school to see students in action\, and for example Design Factory and Fazer Experience exhibition to see how innovative pedagogy is implemented in different ways. Active participation is essential to immerse yourself in Finnish education and culture\, as well as deepen your practices in multidisciplinary teaching/ learning methods. \n Only 20 places are available\, reserve your spot now! \nFFEDBACK FROM OUR EARLIER EVENTS AND PROGRAMS \nLife2021Remote:\nThank you for the conference today. It was very informative and enjoyable\nI can’t wait to visit Finland again!\n Margaret Colley\, Margaret Colley Education Ltd\, UK\n “I took so much away from my visit to Finland. Kiitos for the new perspective on teaching.”\n WendyUSA\n “I have truly learned a lot and enjoyed the school visits.”\n Bayarsaikhan AnarMongolia\n “So grateful the conference was so well planned and organized. Would highly recommend to others. “\n Jessica CowanUSA\n “This has been an experience of a lifetime\, cannot thank you enough for organizing this incredible opportunity.”\n Cindy RiceUSA\n “This visit is part of our efforts to learn from the best in the world when it comes to education”\n Kirsty WilliamsWales\n “I feel that I gained a much deeper understanding of the day-to-day experiences of teachers and students”\n Alana H.USA\n “It was an unforgettable visit and I’m looking forward to reading more broadly about the Finnish education system”\n Robert OlexaJapan\n It was also a pleasure to know more about the history and culture of Finland when visiting Universities\, libraries\, and places like Suomenlinna\n MariaBRAZIL\n “I really appreciated your Webinar/Workshop days…thank you for your professional opportunities provided to connect educators from many places in seeing Finnish perspectives on ECE. Finland is such a special place for education\, educators\, children and families. It’s great to know you are doing good work there and sharing out.”\n Barbara JennColumbia University\, USA\n Free Finnish School Visit Tasting:\n Thank you all at Edufinn for making it possible for educator like me to have a view of a finnish classroom.\nIt was an interesting time with a growing understanding of how things work at your end and how different are they from at my end.\nThanks for answering my questions.\n Dr.Vaishali ShrivastavaIndia\n Previous\n Next \nTHE INNOVATIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS COURSE CAN BE ORGANIZED ALSO FOR PRIVATE GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE PARTICIPANTS. DATES CAN BE CHOSEN ACCORDING TO YOUR OWN SCHEDULE THEN.  Contact info@visitedufinn.com for a quotation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nInterested in other courses or events?\n \n SEE THEM ALL IN OUR EVENT CALENDAR\n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and prices\n Trainer\n Education in Finland\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Helsinki\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nWorking methods \n\nWorkshops\nFacilitated discussions \nDistance Learning\nTeamwork and Presentations\nField visits   \n\nCourse outcomes \nAfter the course\, you will be able to \n\nGain insight into Finnish schools and education\nFacilitate team-building activities\nImplement teaching sessions by utilizing participatory methods\nApply design process to teaching and learning\nCombine your curriculum outcomes with Phenomenon-based Learning and Design Thinking\nCo-design multidisciplinary projects\nUse digital collaboration tools\n\nTentative program  – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \nSunday\, May 7: Introduction to the course \n13:00 –16:00 ( Venue: To be confirmed later )  \n\nWelcome! \nIntroduction to the course \nGetting to know each other\nTeam forming\n\nDistance learning: Preparing for team presentation on Tue (1.5 hours)  \nMonday\, May 8: Preparing your mind for innovation \n9.30-12.00   \n\nPreparing your mind for innovation\nDesign Thinking workshop\n\n12.00-13.00 Lunch  \n13:00-16:00 \n\nDesign thinking project – visit a learning center\nAfterschool club teacher job shadowing\n\nDistance learning: Design process models (1.5 hours) \nTuesday\, May 9: Discovering innovation tools \n9:30-12:00  \n\nTeam introduction and design process presentation\nDigital collaboration tools\n\n12.00-13.00 Lunch  \n13:00-16:00 \n\nDesign factory visit   \n\nWednesday\, May 10: Insights into Finnish education \n9:30-12:30    \n\nExperience Finnish education in practice: visit a local school and shadow classes. Opportunity to talk to teachers and pupils. \n\n12.30-13.00 Lunch \nFREE AFTERNOON \nDistance Learning: Phenomenon-based Learning in Finland (2 hour) \nThursday\, May 11:  Idea presentation and action plan \n 9:30-12:30 \n\nInnovation Workshop\n\n12.30-13.30 Lunch \n13:30-16:00 \n\nDrama Workshop\n\nFriday\, May 12: Deepening Your Experience \n10:00-12:00   \n\nVisit Fazer Experience Visitor Center\n\n12:00-13:00 Lunch  \n13:00-16:00   \n\nTeam presentation\n\nOptional visit in the evening:  EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art \nSaturday\, May 13:  A walk down memory lane \n10:00-12:00 \n\nA walk down memory lane\nCourse certificates \n\n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICE\nHow can I participate? \nInnovative Methods for Teachers is a very unique opportunity for only 20 participants\, so be quick and register for this confirmed special event today! All registration must be done using the following online registration form. Reservations will be handled on a “first come – first served” basis\, so early registration is the only way to secure your place and select the date of your preference. Accepted methods of payment are credit card and bank transfer. If you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER \nThe course fee is 660€ (excl. VAT) \n(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nThe price excludes Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. \nPrice includes \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nCourse program\nEntrance fees (on the planned excursions)\nMaterials\nCertificates of attendance  \n\nPlease note that we will recommend nice lunch places and public transportation forthe trips\, but participants will be responsible for the lunch and transportationcost during the program. \nCancellation policy \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to  info@visitedufinn.com. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. For cancellations received by February 28\, 2023\, the paid registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after this date. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to  info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refund. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is canceled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Trainer \nOUR EXPERT\nWho is in charge of the Innovative Learning and Teaching methods -course? \n \n\nHi\, \nI’m Yingli and I’m looking forward to working with you to use the new approach to accelerate innovation in your work. I am a teacher at the University of Applied Science in Finland. I also train teachers outside of Finland in a teacher education team.   I’m excited that we will use toolkits available for anyone interested in innovative teaching/learning methods\, and we will explore Finnish education & culture together.  \nYingli Guo \n \n   \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nHow is education in Finland?  \n  \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nThe participants can freely choose their accommodation. However\, we highly recommend being located close to Senate Square as the most interesting sights are within walking distance from the Square. Forenom offers comfortable accommodation in different locations around Helsinki area\, and our clients get 10% discount (ask for a code). For those with a limited budget\, Eurohostel is an excellent option.   \nTell us what kind of accommodation you prefer\, and we can help to find a place for your stay! \n \n  \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \n  \n Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about this course\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.Ensi Linja 1\, 00530 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Want to know more about our Events?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/course-innovative-teaching-learning-methods/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/INNOVATIVE-FINLAND-finalArtboard-1-80-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230407 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20220715T080554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T054435Z UID:24327-1680480000-1680825599@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:STEP2023 – Foro de aprendizaje sobre la Educación Finlandesa DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nSTEP2023 – Foro de aprendizaje sobre la Educación Finlandesa\nEL TEMA DE STEP2023: \nLa innovación educativa en la alfabetización mediática: su importancia dentro del plan de estudios nacional de Finlandia y su implementación en todos los niveles educativos. \nAprenderemos cómo implementa Finlandia la enseñanza de habilidades y competencias en el uso de medios y redes por una ciudadanía digital responsable. \nForo celebrado por cuarto año\, diseñado para profesionales en la educación de cualquier parte del mundo interesados en conocer sobre la educación en Finlandia. Durante el programa conoceremos sobre los principios de la educación finlandesa\, aprenderemos metodologías innovadoras para el aprendizaje\, visitaremos instituciones educativas para conocer el día a día de los colegios y en los talleres fortaleceremos las competencias del docente. Este año con el enfoque en la enseñanza de la alfabetización mediática. \n¡Cupo limitado! reserva tu lugar y aprovecha esta oportunidad de viajar a Finlandia y aprender de los expertos! \n¿QUÉ ES STEP2023? \nSTEP2023 es una oportunidad exclusiva para conocer cómo son las escuelas finlandesas\, ver con sus propios ojos cómo está organizada la enseñanza y cuáles son los principios del aprendizaje en el país nórdico famoso por su Educación. El programa crea un espacio de encuentro con expertos en diferentes áreas y niveles de la enseñanza de Finlandia y de los países hispanoparlantes. El objetivo de STEP2023 es crear inspiración e ideas innovadoras y\, a través de la reflexión y diálogo con otros profesionales del sector\, fortalecer las competencias beneficiosas para un trabajo educativo de alta calidad acorde a los retos del futuro de la educación. \n¿PARA QUIÉN ES? \nSTEP2023 reunirá un grupo selecto de profesionales del sector educativo cuya inquietud compartida es saber responder a los desafíos del futuro y crear una Educación que aprovecha las fortalezas de todos. El programa está dirigido a educadores\, directores de escuela\, consultores educacionales\, formadores de docentes o diseñadores de planes curriculares por mencionar a algunos de los perfiles que puedan beneficiarse de esta oportunidad para desarrollar sus competencias profesionales. La participación en el programa requiere dominar bien el idioma castellano. \n¿QUIÉN LO ORGANIZA? \nSTEP2023 está organizado por la compañía VisitEDUfinn Ltd. creada por expertos finlandeses en educación y especializada en ofrecer conocimientos prácticos sobre la educación finlandesa y oportunidades de desarrollo para profesionales del sector educacional. VisitEDUfinn dispone de una amplia experiencia en organización de programas formativos internacionales. \nSTEP2023 es el cuarto foro hispanoparlante\, después de los exitosos programas STEP2022\, STEP2018 y STEP2017. \n¿EN DÓNDE Y CUÁNDO ES? \nLas actividades del Programa STEP2023 se desarrollarán en Helsinki y en la zona metropolitana de la capital finlandesa. \nSe recomienda llegar al menos un día antes del comienzo del programa. \n Programa\n Precios E Inscripción\n Expertos Y Equipo Organizador\n Alojamiento\n Información General\n Contacto\n Programa \n\nPROGRAMA\nSTEP2023 es una combinación única de visitas a las escuelas\, conferencias y talleres con expertos en la educación finlandesa y un entorno exótico de Norte de Europa. EL TEMA DE STEP2023: \nLa innovación educativa en la alfabetización mediática: su importancia dentro del plan de estudios nacional de Finlandia y su implementación en todos los niveles educativos. \nLunes 3 de Abril – Comienza la Aventura del Aprendizaje en Finlandia \n– Bienvenida e inauguración oficial \n– Sesión de Conferencias: \n\nIntroducción al sistema educativo finlandés\nLa innovación educativa en la alfabetización mediática: su importancia dentro del plan de estudios nacional de Finlandia y su implementación en todos los niveles educativos.\n\n– Cóctel de Networking \nMartes 4 de Abril– Educación de Primera Infancia \n– Visita jardín infantil \n– Comida \n– Sesión de Conferencia/taller: Los principios de la educación de primera infancia \n-Visita a la fortaleza histórica de Suomenlinna \nMiércoles 5 de Abril – Educación Básica \n– Visita escuela de enseñanza básica \n– Comida \n– Sesión de Conferencia/Taller: Metodologías Innovadoras \n– Actividad cultural opcional: por ejemplo visita a la nueva biblioteca central Oodi\, a los museos o un baño en el mar Báltico. \nJueves 6 de Abril– Educación Media \n– Visita escuela de educación media y espacios innovadores de aprendizaje \n– Comida \n– Conferencia de cierre: Fortalezas del docente para los retos del futuro \n– Cena de despedida y entrega de reconocimientos \n Precios E Inscripción \n\nPRECIOS E PRE-INSCRIPCIÓN\n\nINSCRIPCIÓN STEP2023 \n¡Ojo! Nuestro servicio de registro es casi 100% español pero la página “check-out” está en inglés. Si tiene algún problema avísenos. \n¡IMPORTANTE! Por el momento se puede viajar a Finlandia sin restricciones por el coronavirus. Pero la situación puede cambiar y por eso nos comprometemos a lo siguiente: Si no se llega a realizar el evento o las restricciones del gobierno finlandés impide tu llegada a Finlandia\, se devuelve todas las cantidades pagadas. Sin embargo\, recomendamos comprar solamente vuelos y alojamiento flexibles. \nEl precio de la entrada incluye: \n– Programa básico de STEP2023– Cóctel de bienvenida– Almuerzos y refrigerios durante el programa– Transportes durante el programa– Visita guiada en Suomenlinna– Cena de despedida \nLos precios: \nVenta temprana hasta el 30 de noviembre de 2022 990€ + IVA24%*  \nVenta normal hasta el 28 de febrero de 2023 1290€ + IVA24%*Venta tardía después del 28 de febrero de 2023 1590€ + IVA24%* \n¡Descuento especial en grupos de más de 10! Contáctanos para más información. \n*Para aplicar la exención del IVA puede registrarse como representante de su organización. Al final de la inscripción debe subir un certificado del registro fiscal de la entidad en su país u otro documento identificativo de su organización. \nTérminos de cancelación: \n– Por una cancelación recibida antes del 28 de febrero de 2023 se cobrará 50% de las cantidades pagadas como gastos administrativos. El depósito de 100€ no se devuelve.– Por una cancelación recibida después del 28 de febrero de 2023 se cobrará 100% de las cantidades pagadas como gastos administrativos.–  Si estás obligado a cancelar tu participación por las restricciones puestas por el gobierno finlandés\, se devuelve todas las cantidades pagadas.–  Si VisitEDUfinn cancela o postpone el evento\, se devuelve todas las cantidades pagadas. \nINSCRIPCIÓN STEP2023 \n Expertos Y Equipo Organizador \n\nEXPERTOS Y EQUIPO ORGANIZADOR\n\nAdemás del personal de las instituciones educativas que reciben los participantes de STEP2023\, el programa cuenta con varios profesionales del sector educativo finlandés con una experiencia amplia en la colaboración internacional \nBEATRIZ VIZCAÍNO \nBeatriz Vizcaíno es mexicana de origen residente en Finlandia. Licenciada en Derecho y Maestra en Administración Pública. Es Consultora en la Firma Finlandesa Pertec en donde apoya la Internacionalización de negocios entre Finlandia y América Latina\, así como las colaboraciones con instituciones académicas finlandesas creando proyectos educativos tanto en Finlandia como en el extranjero.  \nPresidenta de la Red de Talento Mexicano en Finlandia en donde uno de sus objetivos es apoyar la transferencia de conocimiento entre México y Finlandia.   \nEn VisitEDUfinn ella es responsable de las operaciones internacionales en América Latina. \nRIKU KOROSUO \nRiku Korosuo (M.Sc.) está especializado en el sector comercial internacional y educación. Después de trabajar nueve años en España\, realizó los estudios pedagógicos finlandeses para trabajar como docente cualificado en Finlandia. Con experiencia docente en la Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas Haaga-Helia y Helsinki Business College\, en los últimos años se ha dedicado en la promoción internacional de la educación finlandesa. Entre otros proyectos\, ha estado apoyando al Ministerio de Educación de Colombia durante varios meses  para la reforma de la educación técnica del país. En la actualidad es Gerente General de VisitEDUfinn y Jefe de Relaciones Externas de la Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas Haaga-Helia. \nAULI LESKINEN \nActividad: Conferencia de Inauguración del programa – Sociedad finlandesa y sus principios educativos \nAuli Leskinen es Doctora en Estudios Latinoamericanos por la Universidad de Helsinki y la Universidad de Chile. Sus estudios de Maestría son de filología española\, literatura comparada y de estudios de cooperación y desarrollo. Tiene formación de guionista y dramaturga. Hace 30 años empeña en distintos cargos en la zona iberoamericana; 2012-2016 fue directora del Instituto Iberoamericano de Finlandia en Madrid con la misión de fomentar el intercambio científico\, cultural y educativo con España\, Portugal y América Latina. Trabajó 10 años como corresponsal de tv y radio en América Latina de Finnish Broadcasting Company Ltd.\, YLE\, de Finlandia. Empeño en 1996-2013 como Profesora de Estudios Latinoamericanos en la Universidad de Helsinki\, con especialización en el arte\, la literatura y los medios de comunicación. Actualmente es Directora de desarrollo para colaboración educativa internacional de Joensuu Science Park Ltd. \nPEKKA TUKONEN \nActividad: Conferencia introductoria – Sistema educativo finlandés K-12 \nPekka Tukonen es Director de la Escuela de Saunakallio en Järvenpää\, sur de Finlandia. Pekka se ha dedicado al liderazgo y gestión escolar durante más de 10 años. Además\, ha sido coordinador escolar de área norte del municipio de Järvenpää y responsable de varios proyectos municipales\, entre otros ”Actividades en las aulas” e ”Iqualdad en la Educación”. En la escuela al que dirige tienen varios proyectos internacionales y p.ej. una iniciativa de enseñanza colaborativa. \nPekka ha trabajado en una institución educacional privada en Sant Cugat del Vallés\, Cataluña (España) durante 7 años.  Es Magister en Pedagogía (Universidad de Helsinki y Universidad de Barcelona) con titulación superior oficial de dirección escolar en Finlandia. \nMARJO UOTILA \nActividad: Conferencia introductoria – Sistema educativo finlandés K-12 \nMarjo Uotila es Profesora de español e inglés en Järvenpään lukio\, el Liceo de Enseñanza Media científico-humanista de la ciudad de Järvenpää\, donde imparte su docencia en el nivel de Bachillerato (centro de secundaria post obligatoria). Magister (MA) en Filología Inglesa y Lenguas Románicas (español y francés)\, completó su formación docente en la Universidad de Turku en el sudoeste de Finlandia.   \nTras más de veinte años enseñando a jóvenes entre 16 y 19 años\, cuenta con una amplia experiencia docente en el bachillerato finlandés y el examen final nacional de esta trayectoria escolar. Paralelamente\, ha contribuido activamente en la internacionalización de su centro educativo como coordinadora de varios proyectos internacionales y como tutora de los alumnos de intercambio procedentes de diferentes países. \nALBA SILLERO VIGIL \nActividad: Experiencias como docente hispanoparlante en Finlandia y puesta en práctica del currículo basado en competencias: planificación\, procesos de aprendizaje y evaluación \nAlba Sillero Vigil\, original de Fuengirola\, cursó su diplomatura de profesora de lengua extranjera en la Universidad de Málaga y recibió su M.A. en Ciencias de la Educación en la Universidad de Oulu\, donde pasó 10 años viviendo y trabajando. Actualmente trabaja en Helsinki en el programa bilingüe español-finés en la escuela de Käpylä\, donde es tutora de primaria y profesora de español como lengua extranjera. \n Alojamiento \n\nALOJAMIENTO\n\nLos participantes pueden elegir libremente su alojamiento. Sin embargo\, es muy recomendable estar cerca o bien comunicado de La Plaza del Senado\, donde empiezan las visitas a las escuelas. \n \n \n Información General \nINFORMACIÓN GENERAL\nHelsinki \nHelsinki es la capital y la ciudad más grande en Finlandia\, con unos 620.000 habitantes. Encuentras más información sobre la ciudad y sus atracciones turísticas en www.visithelsinki.fi/en/espanol o esta guia. \nComo llegar \nPara Helsinki se llega fácilmente en avión desde cualquier sitio del mundo. \nTaxi \nLos taxis in Finlandia son de confianza y la tarifa depende del kilometraje. En prácticamente todos los taxis se puede pagar con una tarjeta de crédito.  \nEn Helsinki las empresas más importantes son: \nTaksi Helsinki\, tel: +358 100 0700; www.taksihelsinki.fiLähitaksi\, tel: +358 100 7300; www.lahitaksi.fi/en \nTiempo  \nEn abril la temperatura media en Helsinki es +3\,9 pero se puede llegar encima de los 20 grados (Celsius). Antes de venir\, por favor visita la página de Finnish Meteorological Institute para elegir la ropa adecuada: http://en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi/weather/helsinki \nIdioma \nLos idiomas oficiales en Finlandia son finés y sueco pero prácticamente todos hablan muy bien inglés. No se habla mucho español\, pero las atracciones turísticas más importantes suelen ofrecer información y servicios en español.  \nDivisa \nEn Finlandia se utiliza Euros. Se puede intercambiar divisas de otros países en bancos\, en los aeropuertos o hoteles. Siempre mejor traer dólares. Lo más seguro es llevar una tarjeta de crédito ya que se aceptan Visa y Mastercard en prácticamente cualquier sitio y se puede sacar efectivo en los cajeros automáticos que están abiertos 24/7. \nVoltaje \nEl voltaje en Finlandia es 230V\, 50Hz. Los enchufes son de tipo europeo. \nHora \nLa hora finlandesa es UTC/GMT +2 (hora de verano UTC/GMT +3) \n Contacto \nCONTACTO\nPara más información sobre STEP2023\, por favor que se ponga en contacto con: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.Ensi Linja 1\, 00530 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n Descargar folleto\n \n \n Inscríbase ahora\n \nEl Sr. Tukonen (Máster en Educación) es director de una escuela primaria en Järvenpää\, una pequeña ciudad cerca de Helsinki. Tiene más de 10 años de experiencia en liderazgo escolar y participación en varios proyectos municipales. Además\, ha trabajado antes durante varios años como maestra de escuela primaria. \nEl estudió pedagogía en la Universidad de Helsinki. Tras finalizar sus estudios\, trabajó en España\, cerca de Barcelona\, durante ocho años\, en uno de los colegios privados más conocidos de Cataluña. Su título de Finlandia fue reconocido como un título superior en Pedagogía en España. También completó varios estudios de posgrado\, así como estudios de idiomas (por ejemplo\, español\, catalán e inglés). \nHa participado en múltiples congresos educativos internacionales y ha dado charlas a especialistas en educación en inglés y en español. Ha sido anfitrión de diversas visitas internacionales relacionadas con la educación y cuenta con una amplia red de colaboradores en escuelas y universidades. \nVISITAS EN FINLANDIA: Entender y Conocer su sistema educativo\n Conocer más las visitas en Finlandia y leer nuestro blog escrito por Pekka Tukonen\, un director de una escuela finlandesa.\n \n LEER EL BLOG URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/step2023/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/STEP2023-Image-for-banner-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230319 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230326 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20220525T141105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T083541Z UID:23327-1679184000-1679788799@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Full STEAM in Finland\, Oulu DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nFULL STEAM Teacher Training Program\nJoin our 7-day course and enhance your STEAM teaching skills and methodologies in an innovative network in Oulu Finland!\nRegistration for this course closes on February 19 – the following session is on March 17-23\, 2024. Check out our event/course calendar for other courses as well!\nFULL STEAM  (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts & Mathematics) is a unique opportunity for professional educators to learn from Finnish experts innovative  Skills and Methodologies for teaching STEAM. \nWe are delighted to partner with the Educational and Cultural Services\, City of Oulu to provide school administrators and teachers from around the world interested in improving their STEAM teaching practice\, with a STEAM teaching training program in the self-proclaimed STEAM capital of the world –the City of Oulu.  \nStudents that are now in primary education will be in working life still in 2060. What skills do you think would be needed then? We can not know for sure\, but STEAM pedagogy is one potential answer when trying to prepare children for an unpredictable future. Read the course leader’s blog post about the importance of teaching steam skills.  \nJoin us and enhance your STEAM teaching skills and methodologies in an innovative network of experts and schools from early childhood education\, basic education\, and upper secondary school\, where STEAM learning and teaching are being developed. \nThe course is organized by Educational and Cultural Services\, City of Oulu and VisitEDUfinn Ltd. We both have a track record of organizing educational events with the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 as required by the European Commission\, suitable for teachers with ERASMUS+ grant. ` \nSTEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, Mathematics) education in Finland is based on the National Curriculum. STEAM in OULU is student-centered\, experimental\, and community-based learning platform that improves a school’s operating culture from the perspective of doing and learning together. \nThere is an extensive network of STEAM schools in Oulu and STEAM pedagogy is used to develop not only learning but also the whole operational culture of the schools. Steam skills development can be seen throughout the city: even many kindergartens are involved as well as university of Oulu\, and companies in the region. Come and experience the full STEAM in Oulu!­­ \nDon’t miss out! \n \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nDOWNLOAD BROCHURE\n \n \n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE COURSE\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Prices\n Educational Experts\n ERASMUS+\n Optional Cultural Program\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nThe fundamental purpose of Full STEAM in Finland\, Oulu is to experience in practice how STEAM skills teaching and learning can be integrated to the daily school life. \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the basics of the Finnish Curriculum and gain insight into transversal skills in the Finnish Curriculum. The course concentrates on STEAM pedagogy. It introduces the fundamentals as well as presents the design circle that is the basis for planning\, teaching and learning\, and assessment in a STEAM-inspired learning environment. \nThe participants visit several schools to see how STEAM pedagogy is implemented in different ways. During the school visits\, the participants can also practice some tools that are used in STEAM pedagogy such as programming and coding and 3D designing and printing. The course also includes visits to the science center Tietomaa as well as a visit to FabLab operated by the city of Oulu.   \nWorking methods\n\nlectures and presentations \nself-study online materials and facilitated discussions \nschool visits \nworkshops at the schools \ngroup work and discussions  \n\n \nCourse outcomes\nAfter the course you will:   \n\nimplement the fundamentals of STEAM-pedagogy and design-circle in your work\ncombine your curriculum outcomes with principles of STEAM-pedagogy \nplan\, implement and assess STEAM based curriculum outcomes as transversal\, phenomenon based learning in your classroom  \nuse pedagogical tools such as programming and coding as well as 3D designing and printing as practical implementations in STEAM based projects  \n\nTentative program for Full STEAM in Finland\, Oulu – Please note that changes are possible. \nSunday\, March 19: Introduction to the course\nArrival  \n15:00 –17:00  Venue:Scandic Station Oulu \n\nWelcome! \nIntroduction to the course \nWarm up activities and getting to know each other \n\nSelf-study: Online materials: Finnish Education system (4h)  \nMonday\, March 20: Basics of STEAM\nVenue: Business Asema \n9.00-11.00 Finnish education system  \n\nPresentation \nFacilitated discussion based on self-study materials \nPresentation: Transversal skills in Oulu’s curriculum \n\n11.00-12.00 Lunch  \n12:00-15:00 STEAM in OULU: introduction to STEAM pedagogy  \n\nPresentation and discussion \nGroup work \nAfternoon coffee \n\nSelf-study: Online materials (STEAM)\, 2h   \n \nTuesday\, March 21: Design process model\n9:00-11:00  \n\nFacilitated discussion based on self-study materials: STEAM  \nPresentation and discussion: Design process model \n\n11:00 Lunch \nAfternoon program:  \n\nOulu FabLab visit\n Science Centre Tietomaa\n\n \nWednesday\, March 22\n Tools for STEAM: Maker’s Space as a STEAM learning environment (Laanila)\n8:30 Transportation from the City Centre  \n9:00-12:00 School Visit to Laanila Comprehensive school \n\nMaker’s Space as a STEAM learning environment \nSchool lunch  \n\n12:00 Transportation to the City Centre  \nAfternoon:  Winter Day in Koiteli  \n \nThursday\, March 23\n Tools for Steam: Programming and coding with Micro:Bit & Lego Robots (Rajakylä)\n8:30 Transportation from the City Centre  \n9:00-11:00 Programming and Coding in STEAM curricula  \n11:00-12:00 School Lunch   \n12:00-15:00 Workshop at the Maker’s Space with Micro:Bits and Lego Robots  \n15:00 Transportation to the City Centre   \n \nFriday\, March 24\n Tools for STEAM: Design thinking: 3D – Design and modelling (Hintta)\n8:30 Transportation from the City Centre  \n9:00-11:00 Design thinking at Hintta School  \n11:00-12:00 School Lunch  \n12:00-15:00 Workshop at the Maker’s Space with 3d design and modelling   \n15:00 Transportation to the City Centre  \n \nSaturday\, March 25: Farewell Brunch   \n9:00-11:00 Course certificates  \n\nFinal Reflection \nCourse certificates \n\n11:00-12:00 Course Brunch  \n13:00-16:00 : Magical Finnish Forest with Short Skis \n16:00 -19:00 : Experience the authentic Finnish sauna in a different way – in a tent sauna on the frozen sea ice!  \n \nSunday\, March 26\n9:00-11:00 Optional Cultural Program: Exploring the Oulujoki river delta area on fat bikes. \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nSpread the word about this course among your colleagues! \n Registration and Prices \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\nRegistration \nAll registrations must be done using the online registration form. The course is confirmed so you would need to pay your participation either by credit card or bank transfer. If you want to send a group\, but you don’t know yet all participants’ names\, it is possible to add them to the registration form like this: \nparticipant 1\, participant 2\, etc.    \nREGISTER \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nCourse fee 660€  (excluding Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company\, school or organization.) \nPrice includes  \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nAdmission to all sessions\nCourse materials\nSchool visits\nVisits to Oulu Fab Lab and Science Centre Tietomaa\nCertificate of attendance\nPossibility to participate in the optional cultural activities (additional fees apply)\n\nThe meal package (110€ excl. VAT) is obligatory and it includes: \n\nFive lunches and coffee/tea with snacks during breaks\nFarewell Brunch\n\nErasmus+ grant holders \nVisitEDUfinn’s OID code is E10020922\, and the PIC code is 899855324. Full STEAM in Finland\, Oulu is listed in School Education Gateway. Read more about the VisitEDUfinn’s Erasmus+ staff mobility opportunities. \nPayments  \n The options are  \n\nOnline credit card payment (Visa\, MasterCard\, American Express)\nBank transfer (PDF-invoice).\n\nAfter the course is confirmed\, we will send the invoice with the necessary information. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees.  \nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to info@visitedufinn.com. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. For cancellations received by 31 December 2022\, the paid registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after this date. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to info@visitedufinn.com. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIn case the course is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nAny questions about the registration or payments? Please contact info@visitedufinn.com. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Educational Experts \nEDUCATIONAL EXPERTS IN OULU\nMAIKKI MANNINEN \nMs. Maikki Manninen (Advisory Teacher for ICT Education) is both a class teacher and early education and care teacher. Her expertise lies eg. in ICT and STEAM education at the primary and secondary levels. \nHer working tasks include training and consultation on ICT especially according to the Finnish core curricula and the local strategies for both ICT and STEAM education. \nMs. Manninen is also experienced in development projects funded by the Finnish National Agency for Education eg. on innovative learning environments. \nEEMELI ALANNE \n \nEemeli Alanne (Master of Arts in Education) works as an advisory teacher for entrepreneurship education in the City of Oulu. Eemeli is an education professional with a special focus on entrepreneurship\, working life readiness and sustainability. He loves learning new things and applying the theory into practice. He holds degrees in hospitality management\, education & globalization and currently is doing MBA in leading sustainable growth. He has worked with NGOs in the field as well as the public sector. He has worked with thousands of students from 3rd graders to adults to understand entrepreneurship better. He has developed learning materials and facilitated events for hundreds of people. Eemeli thinks entrepreneurship is a learning process and a mindset. \nEemeli is energetic and passionate about the things he does. Working with him is not only about talking\, it’s about doing\, which is at the core of entrepreneurial behaviour. \nEssi Vuopala\, Rajakylä Comprehensive School \n \nEssi Vuopala\, PhD\, is an assistant manager in Rajakylä comprehensive school. She has been developing STEAM-pedagogy at the university of Oulu as part of teacher education and Learning\, Education and technology master’s degree programme\, and most recently in the context of primary- and secondary education. Her interests deal especially with collaborative learning and problem solving\, and learning skills such as regulation\, collaboration and use of ICT as part of STEAM-pedagogy. \nMatti Ahola\, Hintta Primary School \n \nMatti Ahola is the principal of Hintta primary school. He has worked previously as a class teacher and since 2016 as a principal. Matti has three focus areas for leadership: well-being at work\, leadership through coaching and teaching development. STEAM is core part of Hintta school’s daily activities and Hintta is Finland’s first official design school. Matti’s motto is learning by mistakes\, which fits perfectly both at home and at work. \n  \nPaula Vorne \n \nMs. Paula Vorne (Master of Education) is a Primary School Teacher and Early Child Childhood Education Teacher who’s working as a Project Manager in the City of Oulu. Her expertise is in the field of pedagogical development and STEAM pedagogy. Her tasks as Project Manager consists of coordinating the STEAM in Oulu network\, training and coordinating the extension of compulsory education. In her previous work Ms. Vorne developed the model for Tutor Teachers in the City of Oulu. She also has a lot of experience in training teachers and principals in topics such collaborative teaching and learning\, deep learning\, ICT and STEAM. \n  \n ERASMUS+ \nERASMUS+\nVisitEDUfinn (OID CODE: E10020922 / PIC CODE: 899855324) organises ERASMUS+ Staff Mobility job shadowing and  professional courses designed for teachers at all levels. Our programs are organized in different parts of Finland in cooperation with other stakeholders in the field of education (schools\, universities\, municipalities).  \nAll the courses are designed following the Quality Standards for courses under Key Action 1 and participants are provided with certificates that meet the Europass criteria. \nCourse title: Full STEAM in Finland\, Oulu  \nCourse description \nDuring this seven-day course\, the participants familiarize themselves with the basics of the Finnish Curriculum and gain insight into transversal skills in the Finnish Curriculum. The course concentrates on STEAM pedagogy. It introduces the fundamentals as well as presents the design circle that is the basis for planning\, teaching and learning\, and assessment in a STEAM-inspired learning environment. The participants visit several schools to see how STEAM pedagogy is implemented in different ways. During the school visits\, the participants can also practice some tools that are used in STEAM pedagogy such as programming and coding and 3D designing and printing. \nVersatile learning methods \n\nlectures and presentations \nself-study online materials and facilitated discussions \nschool visits \nworkshops at the schools \ngroup work and discussions\n\nDesired learning outcomes \nAfter the course you will: \n\nimplement the fundamentals of STEAM-pedagogy and design-circle in your work\ncombine your curriculum outcomes with principles of STEAM-pedagogy\nplan\, implement and assess STEAM-based curriculum outcomes as a transversal\, phenomenon-based learning in your classroom  \nuse pedagogical tools such as programming and coding as well as 3D designing and printing as practical implementations in STEAM-based projects\n\nEuropean/ International dimension \nWe wait participants from many European countries as well as from outside Europe. Sharing ideas together with colleagues from different countries offers a broader perspective on the topic. The course is also a great opportunity for networking for future collaboration. \n Optional Cultural Program \nOPTIONAL CULTURAL PROGRAM\n \nAn additional program (with separate fee) will be available for all enthusiasts. Participation is entirely voluntary\, and the time can instead be used to independent sightseeing as well.  \nAll optional activities emphasize enjoying Finland’s unique nature. Like STEAM pedagogy  connects different subjects\, the tranquility of nature helps distinct brain areas to become ‘connected’.  \nWEDNESDAY AFTERNOON\, MARCH 22:  Winter Day in Koiteli \nWelcome to Koiteli located by river Kiiminkijoki to spend a wonderful winter day in a good company! Word Koiteli comes from Sami language and means “in the middle”. You get to enjoy fun snow activities in an island located in the middle of two rapids. Beautiful surroundings\, ancient trees and the silence surrounding you will give you the feeling of being also in the center of yourself. Snow activities include short try outs of different kind of snowshoes\, traditional kick sledge ‘potkuri’ and sledge ‘pulkka’. In Tunnelmatupa hut everyone will have the chance to make their own souvenir out of wood\, leather and pine wood tar. On top of these you will get to know the well-known arctic animal; reindeer and hear the stories of local reindeer herder. And of course everyone will experience a short ride in a sledge pulled by the reindeer. \nGroup will be divided into smaller groups that rotate between the activities. Small snack with warm juice/coffee/tea is served. \nDuration: about 4 hours including transfers from Oulu\, ½ hour one way \nPrice: 114€/person including transfers\, all the activities mentioned in the program\, services of English speaking guides\, small snack with warm juice/coffee/tea served non-stop during the whole program\, winter gear (overall\, gloves\, hat\, wollen socks and winter boots; size infos needed in advance). Minimum 20 participants. \n \nSATURDAY\, MARCH 25:  \nAFTERNOON:  \nMagical Finnish Forest with Short Skis  \nJoin us to explore the magical snowy Finnish forest on a pair of purpose-built skis – no previous experience needed. \nShort ski is an easy-to-use\, skin based forest ski that combines the best features of a snowshoe and ski and does not require earlier experience in skiing. \nWe will enjoy a peaceful ski tour through the silent white scenery. Your guide will tell you stories about local history and the vast surrounding nature. The trip includes a cozy break for hot juice. \nEVENING:  \nAuthentic Finnish Sauna Experience on Sea Ice \nSauna is an essential part of Finnish culture. There are more than 3 million saunas in Finland – in private homes\, offices\, summer cottages\, hotels\, towable trailers – you name it! \nNow you have the opportunity to experience a sauna in a unique way in a tent sauna set up on sea ice. The tent has two parts: dressing room and sauna. Wearing a swimsuit is mandatory and you can put it on already at the hotel. \nOur guide will tell you how sauna takes place. The guide takes care of adding wood to the stove and making warm washing water. Sauna involves throwing water on the stove\, which creates warm\, moist steam. When it feels too hot\, you can cool off outside on the ice and even go for a spin in the snow!  \n   \nSUNDAY\, MARCH 26 \nIf you are still in Oulu on Sunday morning\,  you can say goodbye to the city by winter cycling in the Oulujoki river delta area. \nTime and duration: Sunday\, March 26\, 2023 at 9-11 AM. Duration 2 hours. \nStarting point: Oulu Market Square. Detailed instructions will be informed to the participants. \nIncluded: fatbike\, helmet\, guide\, warm juice. \n \n Accommodation \n\nACCOMMODATION\n \nThe main venue of the course\, Business Asema\, is located in the city center of Oulu. There will be transportation to schools and other visit places that are not within walking distance.  \n\n\nSome good accommodation options:  \nHotel Arina \nPikisaari Guesthouse \nRadisson Blu Oulu \nDe Gamlas Hem \n.  \n\n General Information \nGENERAL INFORMATION\nThe City of Oulu is the capital of northern Finland. \nOulu is located by the Gulf of Bothnia\, at the mouth of Oulu River\, about 600 km north of the capital city Helsinki. The name Oulu comes from a word in the Sami language meaning floodwater. The city of Oulu combines Northern hospitality\, nature and culture with modern technology. Oulu has over 200 000 inhabitants\, and its investment in education\, research and innovation makes it the fastest growing region in Finland. Oulu has been designated the European Capital of Culture in 2026.   \nHow to get there \nDespite its northern location\, Oulu is well connected to the rest of the world. Oulu airport is the second busiest in Finland\, and there are several connective flights every day from Helsinki. \nFinnairNorwegian \nTrainOulu is easily reachable by train as well with 10 daily connections from Helsinki. It is an economical and sustainable option.  There are two night trains available every day\, and the trains during the daylight offer a good opportunity to see more of Finland. Oulu railway station is located in the city center\, walking distance from most hotels. Visit VR for more information. \nHow to get from the airport to city center \nCity busses\, routes 8 and 9\, run daily from early morning to late night via Oulu city centre to Oulu Airport. Travel time from city centre to airport is approximately 25-30 minutes on both routes. \nName of the Oulu Airport bus stop is Lentoasema (ID-number 2646). The bus stop is located right in front of the airport terminal. \nIn Oulu city centre name of the bus stop is Kaupungintalo E (ID-number 2087) when travelling to airport and Kaupungintalo P (ID-number 2101) when arriving at city centre. \nAdult ticket is 5\,80€ \nRead more about public transport in Oulu. \nTAXI \nNormal Taxi: The price from the airport to the city center is approx. 40€ \nFinnish taxis are reliable and accept credit cards. The following taxi companies operate in Oulu: \nOTAXI \nMENEVÄ \nCar rentals \nAll major car rentals have an office in Oulu for those interested in traveling around the surrounding areas by themselves.  \nWeather in Oulu \nIn March\, the average maximum daytime temperature lies around -1.0°C . So it is still cold\, but the brightness of the days invites you to enjoy the spring. In addition to new technologies\, outdoor activities play an important role in the everyday life of Finnish school children and in the lifestyle of Finns in general (just to bear in mind when choosing your clothing).  Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Rovaniemi. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English; especially the people involved in tourism speak excellent English. Course language is English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is UTC/GMT+2 \n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about THE COURSE\,  REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS\, please contact:  \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.Ensi Linja 100530 Helsinki\, FinlandTel. +358 50 41 28 179Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n \n Register now\n \nWe welcome you to experience the full STEAM in Finland\, Oulu\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Want to know more about our Events?\n \n \n Contact us\n \nLorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus\, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis\, pulvinar dapibus leo. URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/full-steam-2023/ LOCATION:Oulu\, Oulu\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/STEAM-OULU-06-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230204 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20220705T095135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T135007Z UID:24051-1674777600-1675468799@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:LIFE2023 DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR LIFE2024 IS OPEN!\nWe are so happy with the response to LIFE2023! The event is now fully booked. If you want to join the waiting list\, please get in touch with us at info@visitedufinn.com. Alternatively\, you can join our STEAM-themed teacher training program/course Full STEAM in Finland\, Oulu. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISITEDUFINN \nLIFE2023 THE SHADOWING EXPERIENCE TEACHERS HEADING FOR A BETTER FUTURE\nWelcome to the 6th Edition of the Lapland International Forum for Education™!\nLIFE2023 is a new way to dive deeper into the renowned Finnish education system while enjoying the unparalleled beauty of Lapland. The program reflects the collaborative learning culture promoted by our newest national curriculum. You will be job shadowing Finnish teachers and daily life at local schools\, interacting with invited speakers as well as with other participants from around the world\, and going out for Socratic walks in the snow.  \nThis unique teacher training course is the sixth Lapland International Forum for Education™\, and it is organized in collaboration with VisitEDUfinn\, creator of the LIFE event\, and Visit Rovaniemi. Welcome to Rovaniemi to experience education in the Finnish way! \nIMPORTANT UPDATE November 8\, 2022: \nLIFE2023 was sold out so quickly that we decided to move the event to a bigger venue. The new venue is Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus\, located only 250 meters from the earlier venue\, Hotel Scandic Pohjanhovi.\nLapland International Forum for Education™ was chosen in 2019 as one of the winners in the Authentic Finnish Educational Travel Product contest. LIFE2023 offers an exclusive opportunity to visit Finnish kindergartens\, primary and secondary schools\, and the University of Lapland‘s Teacher Training School. One day you will even get the chance to job shadow Finnish teachers from the students’ perspective during our Be a Student -lesson simulations: Nature pedagogy\, Handcrafts\, Home economics\, Sport (snowshoeing)\, and Welfare pedagogy. In addition to school visits\, lectures\, and workshops\, you can participate in social programs\, such as the city of Rovaniemi reception and farewell dinner.  \nThe essential part of LIFE2023 takes place right near the Arctic Circle in the city of Rovaniemi\, also known as the official hometown of Santa Claus. During the event\, you have an opportunity to meet him in person and participate in many other exciting and unique winter adventures. The main venue is Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus\, and you can stay the last night of the event in a Showhotel or Glass igloo watching the Northern Lights. \nDuring LIFE2023\, you will learn concrete examples of how to work as co-teachers\, how to group the students to work together\, what kind of means there are to support students with special needs in multi-professional cooperation\, and how to structure students’ collaboration. In Rovaniemi\, we will also establish our own learning culture together and thus experience what it means in practice.  Preparing our students for the unpredictable future is our common challenge. In Finland\, we believe that a collaborative learning culture with a safe and warm atmosphere is the best way to enhance students’ 21st-century skills. \nIn addition to the main event in Rovaniemi\, you can extend your visit either at the beginning or at the end: Start the journey in our capital city Helsinki (January 27-28) by listening to the top Finnish education experts at Educa fair\, the largest event for Finland’s education and training sector. You can start your Educa experience by joining a special Educa School Visit. In 2020\, Educa gathered together over 20 000 educators from Finland and abroad. If Educa and LIFE2023 still leave you hungry for more\, don’t worry. On February 3\, we organize an optional extra outdoor pedagogies workshop as an AFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE.  \nIf you took part in the previous LIFE2022\,  LIFE2020\, LIFE2019\, LIFE2018\, or LIFE2017 events\, we warmly welcome you to join us again. Based on your feedback\, we have added more days\, more interaction with other participants\, and made other changes so that the overall experience will be better than ever.  \n  \n \n REGISTER HERE\n \n\n\n “This visit is part of our efforts to learn from the best in the world when it comes to education” \n Kirsty Williams\, Minister for Education\, Wales\n \n\n\n “So grateful the conference was so well planned and organized. Would highly recommend to others.” \n Jessica Cowan\, School counselor\, USA\n \n https://youtu.be/Kf_e3KRtfRo \nDawson science teacher Ms. D cannot wait to teach her students all about the Northern Lights! Ms. D\, along with Ms. Musgrave\, Ms. McNamara and Ms. Jacobsen\, spent the week at Visitedufinn Ltd. LIFE2020 Conference and had the unique opportunity to learn from the famous Finnish education. They got to see how everyday life works in Finnish schools\, visit with local teachers and students\, and listen to the top Finnish education experts. Dawson is a true learning community and professional development is a big priority for faculty and staff. We cannot wait to learn more from our Finland Four! #DawsonDifference \nhttps://youtu.be/7fzB-5-ZBUM \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nDOWNLOAD BROCHURE\n \n \n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Prices\n Educational Experts\n Outdoor pedagogies workshop\n Social Program\n Winter Activities\n Accommodation\n General Information on Rovaniemi\n General Information on Helsinki\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nThe fundamental purpose of LIFE2023 is to see in person how learning takes place in Finnish kindergartens and schools by shadowing Finnish teachers. You can choose the age range to ensure it is suitable for your needs*. If you want to know more about pre-primary education\, note that in Finland\, it usually takes place in kindergartens. Here are the age ranges for each visit: \n\nKindergarten (age 0–6)\nPrimary & lower secondary school (age 7-15)\nTeacher Training School (age 7–12)\nHigh School/Vocational School (age 16–18)\n\nDuring the shadowing\, you will observe teachers in their activities and talk about their daily teaching practices. \nLIFE2023 offers engaging expert presentations\, workshops focusing on different aspects of Finnish education and learning outside the classroom “on the move”. The course also aspires to create an output. This involves working individually or in groups on a concrete project to be used in your own school\, such as composing a (new) development plan. \nTentative program for LIFE2023 – Please note that changes are possible. ** \nFriday 27 \n10:00 – 19:00 Participating in Educa event (English program). You can join an optional Educa School Visit. \nSaturday 28 \n10:00 – 17:00 Educa continues (English program) \nTraveling to Rovaniemi (according to individual flight options). Recommended visit before going to Rovaniemi: Oodi Library. \nNOTE! Educa-program will be streamed so you can also fly directly to Rovaniemi without missing the presentations. \nSunday 29 \n08:30 – 09:00 Registration at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus \n09:00 – 09:45  Conference opening \n09:45 – 10:15 Educa event reflections \n10:15 – 10:30 Coffee break \n10:30 – 11:00 Suvi K. Westling: Introduction of Finnish education \n11:00 – 11:30 Piia Roos: Finnish pre-education & care \n12:30 – 17:30 Visiting Santa Claus Village; includes an optional ride in Husky Park \n\nLunch in 2 groups: at 12:30 and 14:00\n\n19:00 – 22:00 Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience (optional) \nMonday 30 \n08:30 – 13:00 Kindergarten or Comprehensive school visit (including lunch) \n13:45 – 16:30 Program at the Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus (including coffee) \n\n13:45-14:15 wrap up talk\n14:20-15:20 Interview with Aulis Pitkälä\, the former head of the Finnish National Agency of Education\nCoffee break\n15:30-16:30 Jussi Kainulainen: Local implementations of the national curriculum – case Rovaniemi\n\n19:00 – 21:00 City Reception \nTuesday 31 \n08:30 – 13:00 High school\, Vocational school or Teacher training school visit (including lunch) \n13:00 – 13:30 Socratic walk & visit wrap up at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus \n13:30 – 14:30 Winter activities (ice swimming or sled slides) \n14:30 – 15:00 Introduction to Finnish Teacher education – interviews with students. \n15:00 – 15:15 Coffee break \n15:00 – 18:00 group split in two: \n\n ‘Be a student’ – lesson simulations in a Finnish school*\n\nOR \n\nDiscovering future competencies in Rovaniemi science & art centers: Self-guided tour in Korundi House of Culture\n\n19:00 – 21:30 Excursion to Aurora Borealis Camp (optional) \n  \nWednesday 1 \n09:00 – 11:30 Discovering future competencies in Rovaniemi science & art centers – part 1: Workshop & free exploration in Science Centre Pilke \n11:30 – 12:30 Lunch \n12:30 – 15:00 Discovering future competencies in Rovaniemi science & art centers – part 2: PILKE and Arktikum\, workshops and lectures in small groups \n15:00 – 18:00 group split in two: \n\n ‘Be a student’ – lesson simulations in a Finnish school*\n\nOR \n\nDiscovering future competencies in Rovaniemi science & art centers: Self-guided tour in Korundi House of Culture\n\n19:00 – 21:00 Farewell Dinner at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus \n  \nThursday 2 \n09:00 – 11:00  Discovering future competencies in Rovaniemi science & art centers – part 3: Mini-lecture & guided tour in Arktikum Science centre \n11:30-12:30 Closing words\, feedback \n12:30 – 13.30 Lunch \n14:00 – 17:00 Snowmobile Safari to Reindeer Farm (optional) \nAFTERLIFE EXPERIENCE: optional with extra fee \nFriday 3   \n10:00 – 13:00 A 3-hour hands-on workshop: Learning through and about nature \nWe have combined three different elements in one package. You get \n\nto experience Finnish nature education in the role of a student.\nto learn about Lappish lifestyle and survival skills needed in  Arctic environment.\nconcrete tools to use in your work.\n\nThis nature pedagogy workshop is designed and conducted by Kimmo Tuunala from Finncredible.  \n* IMPORTANT! All the school visits and lesson simulations have a minimum and maximum group size. The earlier you book the more options you will have! \n** NOTE! If there are differences between the brochure and the website\, you can count on the website as it has updated information. \n Registration and Prices \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\nRegistration \nAll registrations for LIFE2023 must be done using the online registration form. Accepted methods of payment are credit card and bank transfer. Below are also additional links for booking accommodation in Scandic Pohjanhovi and the winter activities with Lapland Safaris. \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2023 \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2023 WINTER ACTIVITIES \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nAll prices exclude Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. A screenshot/picture of a VAT-number or Erasmus-related OID (Organization ID) are also acceptable.  \n\n\n\nRegistration categories \n\nEarly bird fee (until 31 October 2022)  \n\n\nStandard fee (1 November 2020 – 31 December 2022)  \n\n\nLate/On-site fee (after 31 December 2022) \n\n\n\nNormal\n660€\n760€\n860€\n\n\nStudent*\n560€\n660€\n760€\n\n\nAccompanying person (spouse\, friend\, family member)\n150€\n200€\n250€\n\n\n\n*Students: during the registration\, you need to attach proof of full-time student status (ID card or letter from your institution or program director) \nDISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS OF 5 OR MORE PARTICIPANTS! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for more information.  \nPrices include (normal or student) \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nAdmission to all sessions\nEvent materials\nSchool visits\nVisit Santa Claus Village\nCertificate of attendance\nPossibility to participate in the optional workshop for LIFE2023 participants (additional fees apply)\nPossibility to participate in special winter activities designed for LIFE2023 (additional fees apply) – REGISTER\n\nThe meal package (140€ EXCL. VAT 14%) is obligatory and it includes: \n\nFive lunches and coffee/tea with snacks during breaks mentioned in the program\nRovaniemi City Reception\nFarewell Dinner\n\nPrices include (accompanying person – spouse\, friend\, family member) \n\nRovaniemi City Reception\nVisit Santa Claus Village\nIce swimming or sled slides\nFarewell Dinner\nPossibility to participate in special winter activities designed for LIFE2023 (additional fees apply) – REGISTER\n\nErasmus+ grant holders \nLIFE2023 can be part of the Erasmus+ staff mobility\, either a job shadowing experience or a course. VisitEDUfinn’s OID code is E10020922\, and the PIC code is 899855324. Read more about the VisitEDUfinn’s Erasmus+ staff mobility opportunities. LIFE2023 is listed as a course in School Education Gateway.  \nPayments  \nPlease choose your payment type on the online registration form. The options are  \n\nOnline credit card payment (Visa\, MasterCard\, American Express)\nBank transfer (PDF-invoice). The invoice with the necessary information will be sent to you with the confirmation email. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees. \n\nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to annukka@visitrovaniemi.fi. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. For cancellations received by 31 October 2022\, the paid registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after this date. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) per participant will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to Ms. Annukka Jarkko:  annukka@visitrovaniemi.fi \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refunding. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nAny questions about the registration or payments? Please contact annukka@visitrovaniemi.fi \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Prices \n Educational Experts \nEDUCATIONAL EXPERTS IN ROVANIEMI\nAULIS PITKÄLÄ \nAulis Pitkälä has had an exceptional career in the field of education. From 2012-2016\, he was the Director General of the Finnish National Agency for Education. \nAfterward\, he worked as a Deputy Mayor of Education and Cultural Services in the city of Espoo. In 2017\, he was awarded the honorary title for his distinguished career in education by the President of the Republic of Finland. \n   \nJUSSI KAINULAINENJussi Kainulainen has extensive experience in the Finnish education system. He has working experience in primary and secondary education as a class teacher\, SEN teacher\, and vice-principal. Jussi has also been engaged with school administration as a Development Manager in the City of Kokkola and currently as Pedagogical Director here in Rovaniemi\, supporting education in local schools from early childhood education until secondary education. In addition\, Jussi has international working experience from\, e.g.\, Namibia and Laos\, where he worked for two years within United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). After Laos\, he acted as Programme Manager with EduCluster Finland’s leading Education Partnership Program (EPA) in Abu Dhabi\, UAE. Before relocating back to Finland and Rovaniemi\, Jussi worked in Malaysia to improve education in Malaysian government schools. \n \nLIFE2023 COORDINATOR AND FACILITATOR\nSUVI KRISTA WESTLINGSuvi K. Westling is an expert on educational psychology with a broad view of education and a deep understanding of the human mind. She graduated from and later taught students in an innovative program of educational psychology at the University of Helsinki. Her teaching has included lecturing\, supervising pre-service teachers’ practice\, and facilitating group processes and phenomenon-based group studies. In her research\, she has studied the quality of regulation of students’ learning and activity both at school and in teacher education. She has worked as an expert in educational program design at an academic level as well as in several international organizations. \nSuvi has also gained grassroots experience with children and teenagers while working as a classroom teacher\, youth worker\, and camp supervisor in various places at earlier phases of her life. She has developed an international mindset and understanding of different cultures by participating and working in different international communities and networks\, living and studying in Latin America (Chile). \nNOTE: Other experts and speakers will be confirmed later \n Outdoor pedagogies workshop \nFriday\, February 3\nAFTER LIFE EXPERIENCE – LEARNING THROUGH AND ABOUT NATURE \n \nBenefits of outdoor learning are undeniable and the connection for learning 21st century skills is strong. In addition\, nature affects very positively on well-being and strengthening the connection with nature improves self-esteem and confidence. Why not to use it then more in learning? This workshop gives you very concrete and experiental methods for outdoor learning. \nIn this 3-hour hands-on workshop we have combined three differentelements in one package. You get1. to experience Finnish nature education in the role of a student.2. to learn about the Lappish lifestyle and survival skills needed inan Arctic environment.3. concrete tools to use in your work. \nFACILITATOR \nKimmo Tuunala (M.Ed) is a class teacher\, teacher trainer\, environmentaleducator and facilitator. He is a nature enthusiast and has carried outnature-related lessons\, theme days\, camps and workshops for years.With his team\, Kimmo designs experience-based sessions that are closelyconnected to Lappish nature\, the wellbeing effects of nature\, thehuman-nature connection\, sustainable way of living and survival skills. \nBROCHURE \nDETAILS:➢ Date and time: 3.2.2023\, 10:00 – 13:00 \n➢ Place: At an authentic Lappish environment➢ Group size: 15 – 50 persons➢ Price: 190 € (EXCL. VAT 24%) per participant➢ Facilitator in charge: Kimmo Tuunala➢ Booking: as part of the LIFE2023 online registration process \n Social Program \nSOCIAL PROGRAM\nVisit to the Santa Claus Village  \nSunday 29 January at 13:30 – 17:00. \nTransport from Scandic Pohjanhovi and back.    \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees. Optional visit and ride in Husky Park for an additional fee of 30€ – 40€. \n  \nRovaniemi City Reception and light dinner \nMonday 30 January at 19:30 – 20:30 \nRovaniemi City Reception in Rovaniemi City Hall (Hallituskatu 7). There is a 10-minute walk from the Scandic Pohjanhovi. LIFE2023 organizers will lead the participants to the City Hall and back to the hotel.  \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees. \n  \nFarewell Dinner \nWednesday 1 February at 19:00 – 21:00 \nThe farewell dinner is organized at the LIFE2023 venue Scandic Pohjanhovi in the city center.  \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees.  \n  \nWinter Activities \nSunday 29 January at 19:00 – 22:00Tuesday 31 January at 19:00 – 21:30Thursday 2 February at 14:00 – 17:00. \nFor both LIFE2023 participants and avecs/accompanying persons\, we have organized an exclusive winter activity program in the surrounding areas of Rovaniemi. More information is in Winter Activities -tab.  \nPrice: NOT Included in the registration fee for all attendees.  \n Winter Activities \nWINTER ACTIVITIES\nTo get inspired\, you can have a look at www.laplandsafaris.com. For both LIFE2023 participants and avecs/accompanying persons\, we have planned an exclusive winter activity program. To participate in these activities\, please register before January 22\, 2023\, using the following link: \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2023 WINTER ACTIVITIES \nSUNDAY\, 29 JAN  \n19:00 – 22:00 Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience \nWhat could be a more exciting start for your stay in the Arctic than a dinner surrounded by snow and ice?! Ice restaurant is located within the Arctic SnowHotel\, a 30-minute drive from Rovaniemi. Before the dinner\, SnowHotel’s guide will tell you about the construction\, operation and special features of the SnowHotel during the memorable guided tour through beautiful rooms of the hotel and arctic specialities\, such as the snow sauna. At the end of the tour\, there is a possibility to order a shot from the ice bar for an additional fee\, served in a glass made from ice. The Ice Restaurant built of snow and ice provides a unique setting for an unforgettable dinner serving up hot Lappish delicacies savoured around ice tables. Culinary enjoyment commences with a rich mushroom soup served with fresh bread and is finished off with the delicious SnowHotel’s chocolate delight\, which in line with the theme\, is served on a magnificent ice platter. Guaranteed to taste as good as it looks!  \nStarter: \nVelvety forest mushroom soup\, malt bread croutons and tar vinegar \nCrispy flat bread and ciabatta \nMain course options (please choose one): \nMouth-watering roast elk\, carrot purée\, black pepper sauce and season’s vegetables \n*** \nBraised Arctic Ocean salmon\, cauliflower purée\, cray fish sauce and season’s vegetables \n*** \nChicken breast seasoned with pepper\, grilled tomato\, lemon-red wine sauce and season’s vegetables \n*** \nFried cold smoked tofu\, white bean pure\, stewed kik peas and herbs served with cherry tomato sauce \nNote\, that this is vegetarian dish. If you need vegan dish\, please inform us. \nDessert: \nSnowHotel’s soft lingonberry-caramel bavaroise and dried lingonberries with meringue \nDURATION: 3 hoursPRICE: 129€ (adults) / 79€ (children 2-12 years)Min. 5 persons – Max. 80 persons \nTUESDAY\, 31 JAN \n19:00 – 21:30 Excursion to Aurora Borealis Camp \nDiscover the phenomena of the northern sky at our Northern Lights base. At the resort\, you’ll find the Aurora Borealis theatre built inside a massive snow igloo\, where a film and spectacular photos of the Northern Lights are presented. You’ll also have time to roam around the resort\, take a brisk snowmobile sleigh ride\, or can just lay back by an open fire admiring the northern sky. And don’t forget to enjoy the traditional reindeer burgers in the Kota teepee! With a little luck\, the sky is clear and the moon\, stars\, and even the Northern Lights may show up. Transfer to the camp and back by bus.DURATION: 2\,5 hoursPRICE: 122€ (adults) / 61€ (children 4-14 years)Min. 15 persons – Max. 46 persons \nIf the minimum number of participants is not met\, you will have the opportunity to participate in Lapland Safari’s weekly departure at 21:30. \nTHURSDAY\, 2 FEB  \n14:00 – 17:00 Snowmobile Safari to Reindeer Farm \nGo on an exciting snowmobile safari to real reindeer farm! First you will learn about our Lappish culture and reindeer husbandry. Everyone who passes a reindeer-driving test will be issued an international reindeer driver’s license and you will have the possibility of participating in a special Lapp ceremony of crossing the Arctic Circle. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or berry juice before returning back to town. NOTE! In this safari two participants share a snowmobile\, single driver option available.DURATION: 3 hoursPRICE: 168€ (adults) / 84€ (children 4-14 years)Min. 10 persons – Max. 40 persons \nIMPORTANT NOTICE: For all Winter Activities\, you should be at the Lapland Safaris office located right in the center of Rovaniemi 30 minutes before the activities start. \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2023 WINTER ACTIVITIES \nLooking for daily activities for avecs/accompanying persons? Please contact directly the well-known operator Lapland Safaris: info@laplandsafaris.fi. They have plenty of amazing options for each day\, and you will be taken care of by a very professional team. \n Accommodation \n\nACCOMMODATION\n\n \n\nLIFE2023 has two venues. Educa venue is Messukeskus in Helsinki. There are plenty of excellent options for accommodation in the city center or near Messukeskus. \nIn Rovaniemi\, the venue is at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus\, and you can reserve a room there on the hotel website. The buses for the school visits also leave from that hotel.  \nAnother highly recommended option is Forenom’s 3-year-old apartment building located only 100 meters from the venue. LIFE2023 participants will get a 10% discount using discount code VISITEDU10. \nAs January-February is the high season in Rovaniemi\, we recommend booking your hotel roomquickly. All bookings directly to the hotel/hostel/apartment/igloos: \nWant a unique experience that you will never forget? \n\nSpend the last night of your trip in the SnowHotel or Igloo! \n\nSanta’s Igloos Arctic Circle\nArctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos\n\nOther accommodation options in the city center \n\nCafé Hostel Koti\nEconomy Hotel Rudolf\nHotel Aakenus\nScandic Pohjanhovi \nScandic Rovaniemi City\nScandic Polar\nCity Hotel\nSokos Hotel Vaakuna\nHotel Arctic Light\n\n\n General Information on Rovaniemi \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON ROVANIEMI\n \nRovaniemi is the administrative capital and commercial center of Finland’s Lapland. \nThe city is about 800 km north of Helsinki\, the capital of Finland. In the past few decades\, Rovaniemi has grown into a busy and active town with now more than 63\,000 inhabitants. Rovaniemi is also the educational center of Lapland\, and there are two universities located in Rovaniemi. The University of Lapland is the northernmost university in Finland and the European Union. Lapland University for Applied Sciences has its home base in Rovaniemi. The unique location of Rovaniemi on the Arctic Circle  attracts more than 400\,000 tourists each year from all over the world. Visit Rovaniemi‘s website for more information. \nHow to get there \nDespite its northern location\, Rovaniemi is well connected to the rest of the world. From abroad\, it’s easiest to reach the city via a short flight from Helsinki. Daily flights between Rovaniemi and Helsinki are operated by Finnair throughout the year. In addition\, more and more airlines offer direct flights to Rovaniemi. \nFinnairNorwegian \nTrainFor those who don’t wish to stay an extra night in Helsinki or Rovaniemi\, a night train and sleeping compartment can be an interesting\, exotic\, economical\, and sustainable option.  There are two night trains available every day\, and the trains during the daylight offer a good opportunity to see more of Finland. Visit VR for more information. \nHow to get from the airport/railway station to the hotels \nAirport Express \nThis bus service from the airport to the city center and back drives to all the central hotels and the bus station in approx. 15 minutes for 7-12€ per person. Airport Express departs from the airport after every flight arrival. Check your hotel reception about the pickup time from your hotel back to the airport. For further information call +358 (0)16 – 362 222.  \nThe railway station is located about 1.5 kilometers from the city center. There is no direct bus connection. The easiest way to get to the hotel is to either walk or take a taxi.  \nTaxi \nNormal Taxi: The price from the airport to the city center is approx. 20€. \nFinnish taxis are reliable and accept credit cards. The following taxi companies operate in Rovaniemi: \nRovaniemi Taxi Service \nLähitaksi Rovaniemi \nMenevä \n  \nCar rentals \nAll major car rentals have an office in Rovaniemi for those interested in traveling around the surrounding areas and Lapland by themselves.  \nWeather in Rovaniemi \nIn January-February\, the average temperatures are around -11 degrees (Celsius). So have that in mind when choosing your clothing. For the winter activities\, however\, there is always proper clothing available for the participants. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Rovaniemi. \n  \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but most people speak basic English. Those who work in tourism speak excellent English. The language of LIFE2023 is English. \n  \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and they accept all major credit cards. In addition\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is UTC/GMT+2 \n General Information on Helsinki \nGENERAL INFORMATION ON HELSINKI\n \nIs Helsinki the coolest city in the world? \nProbably yes! In the capital of Finland\, you can find the influence of both our neighbors\, Sweden and Russia\, but still the city is unique. It’s a modern metropole with over 650\, 000 inhabitants (1\,5 million in the larger metropolitan area) and yet you are never more than a 10-minute walk from nature. On the same day\, you can pick berries in a forest and go to the Opera. Helsinki is a lively big city that never sleeps\, but so safe that you can see 7-year-old first graders the take the tram to school on their own.  \nFeeling the fresh breeze of the Baltic Sea while wandering around the picturesque streets of this easy-going city\, it is not so difficult to imagine why Finns are the happiest nation in the world. After the walk\, warm yourself up with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon bun. These coffee breaks with friends and colleagues are almost sacred moments to Finns.  \nWhile in Helsinki\, check out the libraries as a social innovation in Finnish education\, interactive museums\, the islands around Helsinki and the sauna. There are many more attractions that promise unforgettable experience in Helsinki such as  Alvar Aalto’s studio\, Helsinki Cathedral by Carl Ludvig Engel\, Senate Square\, Old Market Hall\, Löyly sauna and restaurant\, and much more.  \nCheck out What’s up in Helsinki during your study visit! \n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS\, please contact:  \nVisit RovaniemiMaakuntakatu 29-3196200 RovaniemiTel: +358 16 346 270 E-mail: annukka.jarkko@visitrovaniemi.fi \nFor additional information about LIFE2023\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.Ensi Linja 100530 Helsinki\, FinlandTel. +358 504 128 179Email: info@visitedufinn.com \nFor additional information about the WINTER ACTIVITIES\, please contact: \nLapland SafarisKoskikatu 196200 Rovaniemi Tel: +358 16 33 11 200 E-mail: info@laplandsafaris.fi \n \n Register now\n \nWe welcome you to LIFE2023 THE SHADOWING EXPERIENCE:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n Want to know more about our Events?\n \n \n Contact us URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/life2023/ LOCATION:Rovaniemi\, Rovaniemi\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/LIFE2023-BANNER-V4-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220827 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20210504T074445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T104623Z UID:14012-1661126400-1661558399@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:HEAT2022 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nTeachers’ Summer School HEAT2022\nHelsinki Education in Action for Teachers\nATTENTION TEACHERS AND EDUCATORS! It is now time to apply for Teachers’ Summer School HEAT2022 in Helsinki\, Finland on August 22-26\, 2022. \nWhat is HEAT2022? \nThe Summer School is organized by VisitEDUfinn \, Hostel Suomenlinna and The Organization for Outdoor Education in Finland. The school lessons will be taught in the interesting educational venues and in the historical Suomenlinna Sea Fortress\, a World Heritage Site. Suomenlinna World Heritage Site has a unique learning surrounding full of history and with beautiful archipelago landscape. During your summer school week\, you will also get to know Helsinki and its cool sights\, for example\, Oodi city library\, Löyly\, Temppeliaukio Church… \nThere is also a possibility to visit the Finnish public school and see the students in action. The students will also join the workshops with you in Suomenlinna. Each workshop day teachers/educators will have different tasks to follow and aims to achieve! \nIMPORTANT! Only space for 20 participants! \n\n\n “Leena and Elina both were outstanding institutors and worked very hard to include all participants and to create positive\, hands-on experience\, they are highly valued” \n“The camp school ideas were exciting and would fit in beautifully with my school’s philosophy” \n“Discovered many ways of learning and felt the joy of learning” \n“Learning from other participants was a highlight – this was fostered through the collaborative and\ndiscussion orientated activities” \n\n HEAT2019 participants\n \n\nHEAT – TEACHERS’ SUMMER SCHOOL CAN BE ORGANIZED ALSO FOR PRIVATE GROUPS LATER IN FALL 2022\, WINTERTIME 2022-2023 OR SPRING 2023! Contact info@visitedufinn.com for a quotation. \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and prices\n Finnish Experts\n Education in Finland\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Contact Information\n COVID-19\n Program \nPROGRAM\nWhat will you learn? \nThe Summer School curriculum bases on Finnish national core curriculum. The pedagogical approach is holistic and student-centered. You will take a part to the interactive and inspiring learning sessions. We will focus on phenomenon-based teaching and learning\, a move away from subjects and towards inter-disciplinary topics. HEAT Summer School is like a typical Finnish Camp School which aim is also to strengthen co-operational and communicational skills in the classroom. You will be able to learn by doing and sharing not only with the students but also with the local experienced teachers. \nThe Summer School opens for you an opportunity to share ideas\, knowledge and local practices\, which are ethically sustainable and culturally sensitive\, and could be transferred from culture to another. \nTentative program for HEAT2022 – Please note that minor changes are possible!  \n\n\n\n\nTime \n\n\nARRIVAL DAY \nMonday /in town \n\n\n  \nTuesday / in Suomenlinna \n\n\n  \nWednesday/ in Suomenlinna \n\n\n  \nThursday /at school \n\n\nFAREWELL DAY \nFriday / in town \n\n\n\n\n9:00 \n\n\nHelsinki sights on foot \n\n\nWith group 1 students \nEngaging students\, thinking and learning to learn workshop \nSecrets of Suomenlinna fortress history \n\n\nWith group 2 students \nEngaging students\, thinking and learning to learn workshop \nSecrets of Suomenlinna fortress history \n\n\nFinnish learning culture in practise – daily shores at Finnish public school \nA school visit (a same school than from where group 1 and 2 students come from) \n\n\nLearning and school collaboration outside the classroom: \nVisit to the educational art and culture venue (learning center TBC) \n\n\n\n\n11:30 \n\n\nLUNCH in town \n\n\nLUNCH in hostel Suomenlinna \n\n\nLUNCH in hostel Suomenlinna \n\n\nLUNCH at school \n\n\nLUNCH in town \n\n\n\n\n12:30 \n\n\nFinnish school values and learning conception \nOverview of the Finnish basic education system by Aulis Pitkälä \n\n\nWith group 1 students \nLearning by doing – a holistic pedagogical approach: Secrets of archipelago nature workshop \n\n\nWith group 2 students \nLearning by doing -a holistic pedagogical approach: Secrets of archipelago nature workshop \n\n\nDaily shores at school: \nA visit continues with pedagogical teachers’ in-service workshop \n\n\nLearning and school collaboration outside the classroom continues \neducational projects with museums\, (visiting museum TBC) \n\n\n\n\n14.30 \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nTeacher talk – teacher training and collaboration \nSharing pedagogical knowledge and expertise \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nNew national curriculum: What is phenomenon-based learning all about? How is teaching and learning in the 21st century? \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nFinnish school team spirit activities: Camp Olympics \nWrap-up of today \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nA visit to Arabia Design center \nWrap-up of today \n\n\nAfter coffee break \nJoy of learning and sharing together: Wrap up workshop and farewell party \n\n\n\n\n17:00 \n\n\nThe full Finnish Experience including swim and sauna \n\n\nA visit to Helsinki University library and Think Corner \n\n\n  \n\n \n \n\n\n\n19:00 \n\n\nDINNER in town \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Registration and prices \nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\nHow can I participate? \nHEAT2022 is a very unique opportunity for only 20 participants\, so be quick and register for this special event today! All registration must be done using the following online registration form. Reservations will be handled on a “first come – first served” basis\, so early registration is the only way to secure your place and select the date of your preference. Accepted methods of payment are credit card and bank transfer. If you have problems or questions about completing the online form\, please contact info@visitedufinn.com \nREGISTER FOR HEAT2022 \nPrices \n(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nAll prices exclude Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. \nEarly price 1250€ (excl. VAT) per participant\, valid until February 28\, 2022Normal price 1450€ (excl. VAT) per participant\, valid until July 31\, 2022 \nPrices include \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nHEAT2022 program\nLunches (including a School lunch) and refreshments each day\nWelcome dinner\nEntrance fees when apply (for instance The Full Finnish Experience with Sauna)\nMaterials\nTransportation during the program\nCertificates of attendance  \n\nCancellation policy \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to  info@visitedufinn.com. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. For cancellations received by February 28\, 2022\, the paid registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after this date. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to  info@visitedufinn.com. \nIf you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19\, please don’t attend the event. Inform us by sending an email ASAP to info@visitedufinn.com. You will get a 100% voucher to attend HEAT2023 or any other VisitEDUfinn’s events or visit programs. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refunding. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Finnish Experts \nFINNISH EXPERTS\nWho is in charge of HEAT2022? \n \nMs. Suvi Krista Westling is an expert on educational psychology with a broad view of education and a deep understanding of the human mind. She has graduated from and later taught students in an innovative program of educational psychology at the University of Helsinki. Her teaching has included lecturing\, supervising pre-service teachers’ practice\, and facilitating group processes and phenomenon-based group studies. In her research\, she has studied the quality of regulation of students’ learning and activity both at school and at teacher education. She has worked as an expert in educational program design at an academic level as well as in few international organizations. \nSuvi has also gained grassroots experience with children and teenagers while working as a classroom teacher\, youth worker\, and camp supervisor in various places at earlier phases of her life. She has developed an international mindset and understanding of different cultures by participating and working in different international communities and networks\, living and studying in Latin America (Chile). \nOther experts in HEAT2022 \nAULIS PITKÄLÄ Mr. Aulis Pitkälä has an exceptional career in the field of education. During the years 2012-2016\, Aulis responded to a valued task of Director General in the Finnish National Agency for Education. Afterward\, he worked as a Deputy Mayor of Education and Cultural Services in the city of Espoo. In 2017\, he was awarded the honorary title for his distinguished career in education by the President of the Republic of Finland. \n Education in Finland \nEDUCATION IN FINLAND\nHow is the education in Finland?  \nDuring HEAT2022\, you will get familiar with all the characteristics of Finnish education: \n\nOne of the basic principles is that everyone must have equal access to high-quality education and training.\nEach student has the right to educational support.\nSpecial needs education is generally provided within mainstream education.\nThe Finnish education system is based on the philosophy of inclusion.\nEducational support and guidance covers support for learning according to the individual capacity of the learners\, school attendance\, pupil welfare\, and guidance and counseling. The learning of gifted pupils and students is supported.\nThe education system is based on trust and responsibility.\nEducational autonomy is high at all levels.\nMost education is publicly funded.\nNational core curriculum gives space for local variations.\nLearning outside the classroom is common.\nThe first national examination is at the end of general upper secondary education.\nTeaching continues to be an attractive profession.\nFinnish schools have highly educated teaching personnel.\nContinuing teacher education is widely encouraged.\n\n Accommodation \nACCOMODATION\nWhere to stay? \nSummer School participants will have the option to stay overnight in an old elementary school\, Hostel Suomenlinna. The Finnish Hostel Association has designated Hostel Suomenlinna as the Hostel of the Year 2018. The hostel\, owned by The Organization for Outdoor Education in Finland\, is located on one of the Suomenlinna islands\, just 15-20 minutes from the city center by ferry. If you are interested in this option\, for more information and booking\, please contact hostel@suokki.fi. If the Hostel is fully booked or you prefer to stay in a hotel\, there are plenty of good options within walking distance from where the ferry service runs in the Market Square. Check out the ferry schedule.  \nHow do I get there?  \nSuomenlinna is accessible only by water. A ferry service runs from the Market Square to Suomenlinna throughout the year. The trip to Suomenlinna takes 15–20 minutes and offers magnificent views of Helsinki and the surrounding area from the sea. \n General Information \n\nGENERAL INFORMATION\n\nHow to get from the airport to the hotels \nSeveral Taxi companies are offering their services in the airport. The price to the city center is approximately 50€. There are also public transportation options; both the railway and bus station are located in the airport. The price is around 5€\, depending on whether you pay cash or use an application or ticket machine.  \nWeather in Helsinki \nDepending on the time of the year\, the temperature can be anything between -30 and +30 Celsius. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Helsinki. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English\, and especially the people involved in tourism speak very good English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is GMT/UTC+2 (During Daylight Saving Time +3) \nWhat you can do in Helsinki\, Finland \n\nWhat’s up in Helsinki during your study visit?\nDesign and shopping tips in Helsinki!\nDo not miss Oodi\, the Temppeliaukio Church\, and the Old Market Hall!\nMore recommendations for our clients.\nDownload our compact guide to Helsinki and Finland.\n\n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about HEAT2022\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.Ensi Linja 1\, 00530 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n COVID-19 \nNo COVID-19 restrictions on border traffic \nBorder checks have returned to pre-pandemic procedures. Travellers arriving in Finland are no longer required to hold vaccination or COVID-19 test certificates\, and COVID-19 tests are not carried out at border crossing points. \nHowever\, if you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19\, please don’t attend the event. Inform us by sending an email ASAP to info@visitedufinn.com. You will get a 100% voucher to attend HEAT2023 or any other VisitEDUfinn’s events or visit programs. \n \n register NOW\n \n\n Want to know more about our Events?\n \n \n Contact US URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/heat2022/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/HEAT2020-modified.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220411 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220415 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20200303T150625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T065956Z UID:4903-1649635200-1649980799@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:STEP2022 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nSTEP2022 – Foro International de Aprendizaje\n¿QUÉ ES STEP2022? \nSTEP2022 es una oportunidad exclusiva para conocer cómo son las escuelas finlandesas\, ver con sus propios ojos cómo está organizada la enseñanza y cuáles son los principios del aprendizaje en el país nórdico famoso por su Educación. El programa crea un espacio de encuentro con expertos en diferentes áreas y niveles de la enseñanza de Finlandia y de los países hispanoparlantes. El objetivo de STEP2022 es crear inspiración e ideas innovadoras y\, a través de la reflexión y diálogo con otros profesionales del sector\, fortalecer las competencias beneficiosas para un trabajo educativo de alta calidad acorde a los retos del futuro de la educación. \n¿PARA QUIÉN ES? \nSTEP2022 reunirá un grupo selecto de profesionales del sector educativo cuya inquietud compartida es saber responder a los desafíos del futuro y crear una Educación que aprovecha las fortalezas de todos y cada uno. La programación está dirigida a educadores\, directores de escuela\, consultores educacionales\, formadores de docentes o diseñadores de planes curriculares para mencionar a algunos de los perfiles que puedan beneficiarse de esta oportunidad para desarrollar sus competencias profesionales. La participación en el programa requiere dominar bien el idioma castellano.  \n¿QUIÉN LO ORGANIZA? \nSTEP2022 está organizado por la compañía VisitEDUfinn Ltd. creada por expertos finlandeses en educación y especializada en ofrecer conocimientos prácticos sobre la educación finlandesa y oportunidades de desarrollo para profesionales del sector educacional. VisitEDUfinn dispone de una amplia experiencia en organización de programas formativos internacionales. \nSTEP2022 es el tercer foro hispanoparlante\, después de los exitosos programas STEP2017 y STEP2018. \n¿EN DÓNDE Y CUÁNDO ES? \nLas actividades del Programa STEP2022 se desarrollarán en Helsinki y en la zona metropolitana de la capital finlandesa. Se recomienda llegar al menos un día antes del comienzo del programa. \n Programa\n Precios E Inscripción\n Expertos Y Equipo Organizador\n Alojamiento\n Información General\n Contacto\n Programa \n\nPROGRAMA\nSTEP2022 es una combinación única de visitas a las escuelas\, conferencias y talleres con expertos en la Educación finlandesa y un entorno exótico de Norte de Europa. EL TEMA DE STEP2022: “El futuro de la educación: prácticas exitosas de la educación en Finlandia\, los retos y la visión para el futuro” \nLunes 11 de Abril – Comienza la Aventura del Aprendizaje en Finlandia \nInauguración y conferencias \n– Bienvenida e inauguración oficial \n– Sesión de conferencias:“Introducción al sistema educativo finlandés“El futuro de la educación: visión Finlandia” \n– Cóctel de Networking \nMartes 12 de Abril – Educación de Primera Infancia \n– Visita jardín infantil \n– Comida \n– Conferencia /taller:“Los principios de la educación de primera infancia” \n– Visita a la fortaleza histórica de Suomenlinna \nMiércoles 13 de Abril – Educación Básica \n– Visita escuela de enseñanza básica \n– Comida \n– Sesión de Conferencia/Taller: “Metodologías Innovadoras” \n– Visita a la nueva biblioteca central Oodi \n– Actividad cultural opcional\, por ejemplo visita a los museos o un baño en el mar Báltico. \nJueves 14 de Abril – Educación Media \n– Vista escuela de educación media y espacios innovadores de aprendizaje \n– Comida \n– Conferencia de cierre:“Fortalezas del docente para los retos del futuro” \n– Cena de despedida y entrega de reconocimientos \n Precios E Inscripción \n\nPRECIOS E PRE-INSCRIPCIÓN\n\nINSCRIPCIÓN STEP2022 \n¡Ojo! Nuestro servicio de registro es casi 100% español pero la página “check-out” está en inglés. Si tiene algún problema avísenos. \n¡IMPORTANTE! Por el momento se puede viajar a Finlandia con la vacunación completa. Si no se llega a realizar el evento o las restricciones del gobierno finlandés impide tu llegada a Finlandia\, se devuelve todas las cantidades pagadas. Recomendamos comprar solamente vuelos y alojamiento flexibles. \nEl precio de la entrada incluye:  \n– Programa básico de STEP2022– Cóctel de bienvenida– Almuerzos y refrigerios durante el programa– Transportes durante el programa– Visita guiada en Suomenlinna– Cena de despedida \nLos precios: \nVenta temprana hasta el 31 de diciembre de 2021 990€ + IVA24%*Venta normal hasta el 28 de febrero de 2022 1190€ + IVA24%*Venta tardía después del 28 de febrero de 2022 1390€ + IVA24%* \n¡Descuento especial en grupos de más de 10! Contáctanos para más información. \n*Para aplicar la exención del IVA puede registrarse como representante de su organización. Al final de la inscripción debe subir un certificado del registro fiscal de la entidad en su país u otro documento identificativo de su organización. \nTérminos de cancelación: \n– Por una cancelación recibida antes del 28 de febrero de 2022 se cobrará 50% de las cantidades pagadas como gastos administrativos. El depósito de 100€ no se devuelve.– Por una cancelación recibida después del 28 de febrero de 2022 se cobrará 100% de las cantidades pagadas como gastos administrativos.–  Si estás obligado a cancelar tu participación por las restricciones puestas por el gobierno finlandés\, se devuelve todas las cantidades pagadas.–  Si VisitEDUfinn cancela o postpone el evento\, se devuelve todas las cantidades pagadas.  \nINSCRIPCIÓN STEP2022 \n Expertos Y Equipo Organizador \n\nEXPERTOS Y EQUIPO ORGANIZADOR\n\nAdemás del personal de las instituciones educativas que reciben los participantes de STEP2022\, el programa cuenta con varios profesionales del sector educativo finlandés con una experiencia amplia en la colaboración internacional \nBEATRIZ VIZCAÍNO \nBeatriz Vizcaíno es mexicana de origen residente en Finlandia. Licenciada en Derecho y Maestra en Administración Pública. Es Consultora en la Firma Finlandesa Pertec en donde apoya la Internacionalización de negocios entre Finlandia y América Latina\, así como las colaboraciones con instituciones académicas finlandesas creando proyectos educativos tanto en Finlandia como en el extranjero.  \nPresidenta de la Red de Talento Mexicano en Finlandia en donde uno de sus objetivos es apoyar la transferencia de conocimiento entre México y Finlandia.   \nEn VisitEDUfinn ella es responsable de las operaciones internacionales en América Latina. \nRIKU KOROSUO \nRiku Korosuo (M.Sc.) está especializado en el sector comercial internacional y educación. Después de trabajar nueve años en España\, realizó los estudios pedagógicos finlandeses para trabajar como docente cualificado en Finlandia. Con experiencia docente en la Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas Haaga-Helia y Helsinki Business College\, en los últimos años se ha dedicado en la promoción internacional de la educación finlandesa. Entre otros proyectos\, ha estado apoyando al Ministerio de Educación de Colombia durante varios meses  para la reforma de la educación técnica del país. En la actualidad es Gerente General de VisitEDUfinn y Jefe de Relaciones Externas de la Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas Haaga-Helia. \nAULI LESKINEN \nActividad: Conferencia de Inauguración del programa – Sociedad finlandesa y sus principios educativos \nAuli Leskinen es Doctora en Estudios Latinoamericanos por la Universidad de Helsinki y la Universidad de Chile. Sus estudios de Maestría son de filología española\, literatura comparada y de estudios de cooperación y desarrollo. Tiene formación de guionista y dramaturga. Hace 30 años empeña en distintos cargos en la zona iberoamericana; 2012-2016 fue directora del Instituto Iberoamericano de Finlandia en Madrid con la misión de fomentar el intercambio científico\, cultural y educativo con España\, Portugal y América Latina. Trabajó 10 años como corresponsal de tv y radio en América Latina de Finnish Broadcasting Company Ltd.\, YLE\, de Finlandia. Empeño en 1996-2013 como Profesora de Estudios Latinoamericanos en la Universidad de Helsinki\, con especialización en el arte\, la literatura y los medios de comunicación. Actualmente es Directora de desarrollo para colaboración educativa internacional de Joensuu Science Park Ltd. \nPEKKA TUKONEN \nActividad: Conferencia introductoria – Sistema educativo finlandés K-12 \nPekka Tukonen es Director de la Escuela de Saunakallio en Järvenpää\, sur de Finlandia. Pekka se ha dedicado al liderazgo y gestión escolar durante más de 10 años. Además\, ha sido coordinador escolar de área norte del municipio de Järvenpää y responsable de varios proyectos municipales\, entre otros ”Actividades en las aulas” e ”Iqualdad en la Educación”. En la escuela al que dirige tienen varios proyectos internacionales y p.ej. una iniciativa de enseñanza colaborativa. \nPekka ha trabajado en una institución educacional privada en Sant Cugat del Vallés\, Cataluña (España) durante 7 años.  Es Magister en Pedagogía (Universidad de Helsinki y Universidad de Barcelona) con titulación superior oficial de dirección escolar en Finlandia. \nMARJO UOTILA \nActividad: Conferencia introductoria – Sistema educativo finlandés K-12 \nMarjo Uotila es Profesora de español e inglés en Järvenpään lukio\, el Liceo de Enseñanza Media científico-humanista de la ciudad de Järvenpää\, donde imparte su docencia en el nivel de Bachillerato (centro de secundaria post obligatoria). Magister (MA) en Filología Inglesa y Lenguas Románicas (español y francés)\, completó su formación docente en la Universidad de Turku en el sudoeste de Finlandia.   \nTras más de veinte años enseñando a jóvenes entre 16 y 19 años\, cuenta con una amplia experiencia docente en el bachillerato finlandés y el examen final nacional de esta trayectoria escolar. Paralelamente\, ha contribuido activamente en la internacionalización de su centro educativo como coordinadora de varios proyectos internacionales y como tutora de los alumnos de intercambio procedentes de diferentes países. \nALBA SILLERO VIGIL \nActividad: Experiencias como docente hispanoparlante en Finlandia y puesta en práctica del currículo basado en competencias: planificación\, procesos de aprendizaje y evaluación \nAlba Sillero Vigil\, original de Fuengirola\, cursó su diplomatura de profesora de lengua extranjera en la Universidad de Málaga y recibió su M.A. en Ciencias de la Educación en la Universidad de Oulu\, donde pasó 10 años viviendo y trabajando. Actualmente trabaja en Helsinki en el programa bilingüe español-finés en la escuela de Käpylä\, donde es tutora de primaria y profesora de español como lengua extranjera. \n Alojamiento \n\nALOJAMIENTO\n\nLos participantes pueden elegir libremente su alojamiento. Sin embargo\, es muy recomendable estar cerca o bien comunicado de La Plaza del Senado\, donde empiezan las visitas a las escuelas. \n \n  \n \n Información General \nINFORMACIÓN GENERAL\nHelsinki \nHelsinki es la capital y la ciudad más grande en Finlandia\, con unos 620.000 habitantes. Encuentras más información sobre la ciudad y sus atracciones turísticas en www.visithelsinki.fi/en/espanol o esta guia. \nComo llegar \nPara Helsinki se llega fácilmente en avión desde cualquier sitio del mundo. \nTaxi \nLos taxis in Finlandia son de confianza y la tarifa depende del kilometraje. En prácticamente todos los taxis se puede pagar con una tarjeta de crédito.  \nEn Helsinki las empresas más importantes son: \nTaksi Helsinki\, tel: +358 100 0700; www.taksihelsinki.fiLähitaksi\, tel: +358 100 7300; www.lahitaksi.fi/en \nTiempo  \nEn abril la temperatura media en Helsinki es +3\,9 pero se puede llegar encima de los 20 grados (Celsius). Antes de venir\, por favor visita la página de Finnish Meteorological Institute para elegir la ropa adecuada: http://en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi/weather/helsinki \nIdioma \nLos idiomas oficiales en Finlandia son finés y sueco pero prácticamente todos hablan muy bien inglés. No se habla mucho español\, pero las atracciones turísticas más importantes suelen ofrecer información y servicios en español.  \nDivisa \nEn Finlandia se utiliza Euros. Se puede intercambiar divisas de otros países en bancos\, en los aeropuertos o hoteles. Siempre mejor traer dólares. Lo más seguro es llevar una tarjeta de crédito ya que se aceptan Visa y Mastercard en prácticamente cualquier sitio y se puede sacar efectivo en los cajeros automáticos que están abiertos 24/7. \nVoltaje \nEl voltaje en Finlandia es 230V\, 50Hz. Los enchufes son de tipo europeo. \nHora \nLa hora finlandesa es UTC/GMT +2 (hora de verano UTC/GMT +3) \n Contacto \nCONTACTO\nPara más información sobre STEP2022\, por favor que se ponga en contacto con: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.Ensi Linja 1\, 00530 HELSINKITel. +358 407 516 478Email: info@visitedufinn.com \n  \n \n Descargar folleto\n \n \n Inscríbase ahora\n \nEl Sr. Tukonen (Máster en Educación) es director de una escuela primaria en Järvenpää\, una pequeña ciudad cerca de Helsinki. Tiene más de 10 años de experiencia en liderazgo escolar y participación en varios proyectos municipales. Además\, ha trabajado antes durante varios años como maestra de escuela primaria. \nEl estudió pedagogía en la Universidad de Helsinki. Tras finalizar sus estudios\, trabajó en España\, cerca de Barcelona\, durante ocho años\, en uno de los colegios privados más conocidos de Cataluña. Su título de Finlandia fue reconocido como un título superior en Pedagogía en España. También completó varios estudios de posgrado\, así como estudios de idiomas (por ejemplo\, español\, catalán e inglés). \nHa participado en múltiples congresos educativos internacionales y ha dado charlas a especialistas en educación en inglés y en español. Ha sido anfitrión de diversas visitas internacionales relacionadas con la educación y cuenta con una amplia red de colaboradores en escuelas y universidades. \nVISITAS EN FINLANDIA: Entender y Conocer su sistema educativo\n Conocer más las visitas en Finlandia y leer nuestro blog escrito por Pekka Tukonen\, un director de una escuela finlandesa.\n \n LEER EL BLOG URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/step2022/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/STEP2022-banner-for-web-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220204 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20210303T140641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T055133Z UID:11605-1643328000-1643932799@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:LIFE2022 DESCRIPTION:VISITEDUFINN \nLIFE2022 SHADOWING EXPERIENCE\nLapland International Forum for Education™\nLIFE2022 SHADOWING EXPERIENCE – LEARNING AND TEACHING TOGETHER is a new way to dive deeper into the renowned Finnish education system while enjoying the unparalleled beauty of Lapland. This program offers the chance to shadow Finnish teachers and understand the daily operations of Finnish schools\, all while enjoying adventures above the Arctic Circle with a good chance of seeing the Northern Lights.  \nYou can start the journey by listening to the top Finnish education experts in Educa\, the largest event for Finland’s education and training sector. In 2020\, more than 700 education professionals worldwide attended Educa in Helsinki\, in addition to the nearly 20000 Finnish participants. \nIMPORTANT UPDATE December 16\, 2021:\nLIFE2022 is sold out now\, but you can join our waiting list by writing ASAP to info@visitedufinn.com\, as there are always some unpaid invoices and we will most likely have soon some seats available again. \nIMPORTANT UPDATE December 27\, 2021:\nEduca is rescheduled for 2023 but the rest of the LIFE2022 program takes place in Rovaniemi.  \nIMPORTANT UPDATE January 25\, 2021:\n“Traditional” school visits cannot be organized during LIFE2022. The updated program includes alternative ways to visit the schools and observe Finnish teachers.  \nThis unique training program – chosen in 2019 as one of the winners in the Authentic Finnish Educational Travel Product contest – offers an exclusive opportunity to visit Finnish kindergartens\, primary and secondary schools\, and the University of Lapland‘s Teacher Training School. In addition to school visits\, lectures\, and workshops\, you can participate in social programs\, such as the city of Rovaniemi reception and farewell dinner. This fifth Lapland International Forum for Education™ is organized in collaboration with the University of Turku\, Visit Rovaniemi\, and Euneos\, a company with years of experience providing Erasmus+ courses in the EU. \nThe essential part of LIFE2022 takes place right near the Arctic Circle in the city of Rovaniemi\, also known as the official hometown of Santa Claus. During the event\, you have an opportunity to meet him in person and participate in many other exciting and unique winter adventures. The main venue is Scandic Pohjanhovi\, and you can stay the last night of the event in a Showhotel or Glass igloo watching the Northern Lights. \nThe theme ‘learning and teaching together’ reflects the culture of learning promoted by the newest Finnish national curriculum. During the event\, you will learn concrete examples of how to work as co-teachers\, group the students to work together\, and structure students’ collaboration. In LIFE2022\, we will also establish our own culture of learning together and thus experience what it means in practice. Special attention will be given to safety precautions due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Finland. \nIf you took part in the previous LIFE2020\, LIFE2019\, LIFE2018\, or LIFE2017 events\, we warmly welcome you to join us again. Based on your feedback\, we have added more days\, more interaction with other participants\, and made other changes so that the overall experience will be even better than the last four years. \nThere is space for only 80 participants\, so book now to secure your spot! \n\n\n “This visit is part of our efforts to learn from the best in the world when it comes to education” \n\n Kirsty Williams\, Minister for Education\, Wales\n \n\n\n\n “So grateful the conference was so well planned and organized. Would highly recommend to others.” \n\n Jessica Cowan\, School counselor\, USA\n \n\n  \nBelow are some authentic pictures of Northern Lights taken by LIFE2020 participants. \nDawson science teacher Ms. D cannot wait to teach her students all about the Northern Lights! Ms. D\, along with Ms. Musgrave\, Ms. McNamara and Ms. Jacobsen\, spent the week at Visitedufinn Ltd. LIFE2020 Conference and had the unique opportunity to learn from the famous Finnish education. They got to see how everyday life works in Finnish schools\, visit with local teachers and students\, and listen to the top Finnish education experts. Dawson is a true learning community and professional development is a big priority for faculty and staff. We cannot wait to learn more from our Finland Four! #DawsonDifference \nhttps://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/242484777_1951526395057129_8233445221940937017_n.mp4https://youtu.be/Fv1UbA1wa1o \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\n \n \n \n\n \nDOWNLOAD BROCHURE\n \n \n \n\n \nREGISTER FOR THE EVENT\n \n \n \n\n \nCOVID-19 INFO\n \n \n \n Program\n Registration and Prices\n Educational Experts\n Optional Workshop\n Social Program\n Winter Activities\n Accommodation\n General Information\n Contact Information\n Program \nPROGRAM\nThe fundamental purpose of LIFE2022 is to see in person how learning takes place in Finnish kindergartens and schools by shadowing Finnish teachers. You can choose the age range to ensure it is suitable for your needs*. If you want to know more about pre-primary education\, note that in Finland\, it usually takes place in kindergartens. Here are the age ranges for each visit: \n\nKindergarten (age 0–6)\nPrimary school/Teacher Training School (age 7–12)\nSecondary school (age 13–15)\nHigh School/Vocational college (age 16–18)\n\nDuring the shadowing\, you will observe teachers in their activities and talk about their daily teaching practices. On the last day\, you will have a chance to teach together with other LIFE2022 participants. Planning this session will offer you an excellent opportunity to share and elicit ideas inspired by the school visits. \nLIFE2022 offers engaging expert presentations and workshops focusing on different aspects of the Finnish education system. Last but not least\, you will hear testimonies from earlier participants about what they have changed in their school after visiting Finnish schools and how it worked out.    \nTentative program for LIFE2022 – Please note that changes are possible. \nFri 28th10:00 – 19:00 Participating in Educa event (English program) \nIMPORTANT! Educa-program will be streamed so you can also fly directly to Rovaniemi without missing the presentations. \nSat 29th 09:00 – 12:00 Educa continues (English program)12:00 – 18:00 Traveling to Rovaniemi (according to individual flight options). Recommended visit before going to Rovaniemi: Oodi Library. 19:00 – 22:00 Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience (optional). IMPORTANT! New time for Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience: Tue 1st\, 19:00 – 22:00. 19:00 – 21:30 Excursion to Aurora Borealis Camp (optional) \nSun 30th \n08:00 – 09:00 Registration\, coffee available at Scandic Pohjanhovi 09:00 – 10:00 Opening\, getting to know each other10:00 – 12:00 Kristiina Volmari and Aulis Pitkälä: National and municipal level co-operation with schools and teachers12:00 – 13:00 Jussi Kainulainen: Local implementations of the national curriculum – case Rovaniemi.13:00 – 13:45 Lunch13:45 – 17:00 Learning outside the classroom: Visiting Santa Claus Village; includes an optional visit and ride to Husky Park \nMon 31st09:00 – 12:30 Kindergarten/School visits (incl. lunch)*13:00 – 14:00 Socratic walk & wrap up of the school visit (Learning diary)14:00 – 15:00 Jussi-Pekka Järvinen: The role of digital learning and teaching in exceptional circumstances. What did we learn in 2020 and 2021?15:00 – 15:30 Coffee break15:30 – 17:30 Optional Workshop: It’s the pedagogy\, not the technology.19:00 – 21:00 Rovaniemi City Reception \nTue 1st09:00 – 12:30 Kindergarten/School visits (incl. lunch)*13:00 – 14:00 Outdoor activities or after lunch quiet time 15:00 – 17:00 Learning and teaching together workshop 1 19:00 – 21:30 Excursion to Aurora Borealis Camp (optional) IMPORTANT: New time for Excursion to Aurora Borealis Camp: Sat 29th 19:00  – 21:30.19:00 – 22:00 Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience (optional). \nWed 2nd09:00 – 12:30 School visits (incl. lunch)*13:00 – 14:00 Socratic walk & wrap up of the school visit (Learning diary)14:00 – 16:00 VisitEDUfinn- & Euneos-Alumni stories: How have the insights from Finnish education been applied? Panel discussion with Marjaana Sall\, Ambassador for Education in Finland.19:00 – 21:00 Farewell Dinner at Scandic Pohjanhovi \nThu 3rd09:00 – 11:30 Learning and teaching together workshop 211:30 – 12:00 Reflection & feedback\, food for thought\, closing12:00 – 13:00 Lunch14:00 – 17:00 Snowmobile Safari to Reindeer Farm (optional) \n*There is a minimum number of participants per group\, so unfortunately we cannot guarantee that you are able to join each day in your preferred age group.   \nIMPORTANT! If there are differences between the brochure and the website\, you can count on the website as it has updated information. \n Registration and Prices \n\nREGISTRATION AND PRICES\n\nRegistration \nAll registrations for LIFE2022 must be done using the online registration form. Accepted methods of payment are credit card and bank transfer. Below are also additional links for booking accommodation in Scandic Pohjanhovi and the winter activities with Lapland Safaris. \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2022IMPORTANT UPDATE: LIFE2022 is sold out now\, but you can join our waiting list by writing ASAP to info@visitedufinn.com\, as there are always some unpaid invoices and we will most likely have soon some seats available again. \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2022 (ERASMUS+ GRANT HOLDERS) \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2022 ACCOMMODATION (SCANDIC POHJANHOVI) \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2022 WINTER ACTIVITIES \nPrices(Read more about grants and other options for financial support.)  \nAll prices exclude Finnish VAT 24%. For VAT exemption\, you need to register as a representative/employee of a company or organization and during the registration\, attach a tax certificate\, trade register extract\, or similar from your country. \n\n\n\nRegistration categories \n\nEarly bird fee (until 31 October 2021)  \n\n\nStandard fee (1 November 2020 – 31 December 2021)  \n\n\nLate/On-site fee (after 31 December 2021) \n\n\n\nNormal\n650€\n750€\n850€\n\n\nStudent*\n550€\n650€\n750€\n\n\nAccompanying person\n150€\n200€\n250€\n\n\n\n*Students: during the registration\, you need to attach proof of full-time student status (ID card or letter from your institution or program director) \nPrices include (normal or student) \n\nFree 30-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses\nAdmission to all sessions\nEvent materials\nSchool visits\nVisit Santa Claus Village\nCertificate of attendance\nPossibility to participate in the optional workshop for LIFE2022 participants (additional fees apply)\nPossibility to participate in special winter activities designed for LIFE2022 (additional fees apply) – REGISTER\n\nThe meal package (130€ EXCL. VAT 14%) is obligatory and it includes: \n\nFive lunches and coffee/tea with snacks during breaks mentioned in the program\nRovaniemi City Reception\nFarewell Dinner\n\nPrices include (accompanying person) \n\nRovaniemi City Reception\nVisit Santa Claus Village\nFarewell Dinner\nPossibility to participate in special winter activities designed for LIFE2022 (additional fees apply) – REGISTER\n\nPayments  \nPlease choose your payment type on the online registration form. The options are  \n\nOnline credit card payment (Visa\, MasterCard\, American Express)\nBank transfer (PDF-invoice). The invoice with the necessary information will be sent to you with the confirmation email. The participant should assume all the bank transaction fees. \n\nPlease note that all payments must be made in advance and in euros (€).  \nCancellation policy \nCancellation by participantAll cancellations must be made by email to sales@rovaniemicongresses.com. If you do not cancel your participation at all\, you will be charged the full fee. For cancellations received by 30 September 2021\, the paid registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after this date. Please note that a processing fee of 50€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted from all refunds. If unable to attend\, the registered person may substitute someone else from the same organization by sending a notification to sales@rovaniemicongresses.com. \nIf you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19\, please don’t attend the event. Inform us by sending an email ASAP to info@visitedufinn.com. You will get a 100% voucher to attend LIFE2023 or any other VisitEDUfinn’s events or visit programs. \nCancellation by VisitEDUfinnIf the documents attached during the registration process are not valid\, and the participant does not deliver proper documents immediately after requested\, VisitEDUfinn has the right to cancel the participation without any refunding. However\, participation is always possible\, paying the normal fee (or the price difference). \nIn case the event is cancelled due to COVID-19 or a similar situation\, all the payments will be refunded without any processing fee. VisitEDUfinn is not responsible for any damage caused by the cancellation and strongly recommends purchasing flexible flight tickets and accommodation. \nInvitation letters \nVisitEDUfinn will write invitation letters only after the full payment. If the participant cannot get a visa and sends evidence about the rejected visa application\, VisitEDUfinn will refund the paid amount. However\, 100€ (excl. VAT) will be deducted as an administrative fee. \nAny questions about the registration or payments? Please contact sales@rovaniemicongresses.com. \nFrequently Asked Questions about Registration and Fees \n Educational Experts \nEDUCATIONAL EXPERTS IN ROVANIEMI\nAULIS PITKÄLÄAulis Pitkälä has an exceptional career in the field of education. During the years 2012-2016\, Aulis responded to a valued task of Director General in the Finnish National Agency for Education. Afterward\, he worked as a Deputy Mayor of Education and Cultural Services in the city of Espoo. In 2017\, he was awarded the honorary title for his distinguished career in education by the President of the Republic of Finland. \n   \nKRISTIINA VOLMARIKristiina Volmari\, Ph.D\, worked for many years as Counsellor of Education and Head of Statistics and International Affairs at the Finnish National Board of Education. She has also worked as a teacher for 20 years at most levels of education and in vocational teacher education. Kristiina’s special interest and expertise areas are comparative international education data\, teachers and trainers in vocational education\, and training and leadership. In addition\, she has a thorough knowledge and understanding of European and global education and training issues\, having worked closely with European networks and working groups as well as participating in OECD studies and data collection. \n   \nJUSSI KAINULAINENJussi Kainulainen has extensive experience in the Finnish education system. He has working experience from primary and secondary education as a class teacher\, SEN teacher\, and vice-principal. Jussi has also been engaged with school administration as a Development Manager in the City of Kokkola and currently as Pedagogical Director here in Rovaniemi\, supporting education in local schools from early childhood education until secondary education. In addition\, Jussi has international working experience from\, e.g.\, Namibia and Laos\, where he worked for two years within United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). After Laos\, he acted as Programme Manager with EduCluster Finland’s leading Education Partnership Program (EPA) in Abu Dhabi\, UAE. Before relocating back to Finland and Rovaniemi\, Jussi worked in Malaysia to improve education in Malaysian government schools. \n  \nJUSSI-PEKKA JÄRVINEN \nJussi-Pekka Järvinen (M.Ed) currently works as a university teacher at the University of Turku. He teaches a minor subject (60 ECTS) in digital learning and teaching offered for both pre-service students at the department of teacher education and in-service teachers as a professional development program. Jussi-Pekka has previously worked in the field of technology and possesses a strong knowledge of pedagogy\, technology\, and the combination of these two for pedagogically relevant use of educational technology in teaching and learning. Jussi-Pekka was awarded as the teacher of the year in 2019 at the University of Turku alongside his colleague Aleksi Lahti. \n  \nMARJAANA SALLMarjaana Sall has been an Ambassador for Education at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland since September 2019. Marjaana Sall has extensive experience in Africa\, having served 12 years at diplomatic positions in Africa. She recently served as the European Union Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius and the Republic of Seychelles. Ms. Sall was also responsible for the cooperation between the European Union and the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC). She was the first Finnish female EU Ambassador appointed by the Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy in 2015. Ms. Sall has also worked as Deputy Ambassador of the European Union to Kenya and as Deputy Ambassador of the Finnish Embassy to South Africa and Indonesia. She has also held a position at the Permanent Mission of Finland to the United Nations in New York. \n \nLIFE2022 COORDINATOR AND FACILITATOR\nSUVI KRISTA WESTLINGSuvi K. Westling is an expert on educational psychology with a broad view of education and a deep understanding of the human mind. She has graduated from and later taught students in an innovative program of educational psychology at the University of Helsinki. Her teaching has included lecturing\, supervising pre-service teachers’ practice\, and facilitating group processes and phenomenon-based group studies. In her research\, she has studied the quality of regulation of students’ learning and activity both at school and at teacher education. She has worked as an expert in educational program design at an academic level as well as in few international organizations. \nSuvi has also gained grassroots experience with children and teenagers while working as a classroom teacher\, youth worker\, and camp supervisor in various places at earlier phases of her life. She has developed an international mindset and understanding of different cultures by participating and working in different international communities and networks\, living and studying in Latin America (Chile). \n Optional Workshop \nOPTIONAL WORKSHOP\nWant to learn pedagogically appropriate ways for remote teaching? Would you like to be able to teach like Finnish teachers during the lockdown? Then\, join this special workshop uniquely designed for LIFE2022 participants. \nIT’S THE PEDAGOGY\, NOT THE TECHNOLOGYDate and time: Monday 31st\, 15:30 – 17:30Place: Scandic PohjanhoviGroup size: 10 – 50 personsPrice: 190€ (EXCL. VAT 24%) per participantTrainer: Jussi-Pekka JärvinenBooking: as part of the LIFE2022 online registration process \nIntroductionDuring this 2-hour workshop we will look at a few examples of how Finnish teachers transferred to remote teaching in the course of just a few days during the spring of 2020\, and how the pandemic changed their teaching in 2021. Focus will be on how innovative and experienced teachers were able to harness their pedagogical expertise to work with the tools they were given and successfully provide the essence of the Finnish education system to students in difficult circumstances. Through these cases we will focus on how some schools have tackled the issue of digitalization and providing teachers with the skills and tools needed to harness their pedagogical abilities for the 21st century. The attendees will get a glimpse at how in-service teacher training\, digital tutoring and school-wide digital competency monitoring work together in practice and provide teachers\, school leaders and students a clear picture of their strengths and needs for development. \nJUSSI-PEKKA JÄRVINEN \n \nJussi-Pekka Järvinen (M.Ed) currently works as a university teacher at the University of Turku where he teaches a minor subject (60 ECTS) in the subject digital learning and teaching offered for both pre-service students at the department of teacher education\, as well as in-service teachers as a professional development program. Jussi-Pekka has previously worked in the field of technology and possesses a strong knowledge of pedagogy\, technology and the combination of these two for pedagogically relevant use of educational technology in teaching and learning. Jussi-Pekka was awarded as the teacher of the year in 2019 at the University of Turku alongside his colleague Aleksi Lahti. \n Social Program \nSOCIAL PROGRAM\nVisit to the Santa Claus Village  \nSunday 30 January at 14:00 – 17:00. \nThe bus will pick up avecs/accompanying persons from Scandic Pohjanhovi at 13:45.   \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees. Optional visit and ride in Husky Park for an additional fee of 30€ – 40€. \nRovaniemi City Reception and light dinner \nMonday 31 January at 19:00 – 21:00 \nRovaniemi City Reception in Rovaniemi City Hall (Hallituskatu 7). There is a 10-minute walk from the Scandic Pohjanhovi. LIFE2022 organizers will lead the participants to the City Hall and back to the hotel.  \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees. \nFarewell Dinner \nWednesday 2 February at 19:00 – 21:00 \nThe farewell dinner is organized at the LIFE2022 venue Scandic Pohjanhovi in the city center.  \nPrice: Included in the registration fee for all attendees.  \nWinter Activities \nSaturday 29 January at 19:00 – 22:00Tuesday 1 February at 19:00 – 21:30Thursday 3 February at 14:00 – 17:00. \nFor both LIFE2022 participants and avecs/accompanying persons\, we have organized an exclusive winter activity program in the surrounding areas of Rovaniemi. More information is in Winter Activities -tab.  \nPrice: NOT Included in the registration fee for all attendees.  \n Winter Activities \nWINTER ACTIVITIES\nTo get inspired\, you can have a look at www.laplandsafaris.com. For both LIFE2022 participants and avecs/accompanying persons\, we have organized an exclusive winter activity program. To participate in these activities\, please register before January 21st\, 2022\, using the following link: \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2022 WINTER ACTIVITIES \nSATURDAY 29th EVENING \n19:00 – 21:30 Excursion to Aurora Borealis Camp \nDiscover the phenomena of the northern sky at our Northern Lights base. At the resort\, you’ll find the Aurora Borealis theatre built inside a massive snow igloo\, where a film and spectacular photos of the Northern Lights are presented. You’ll also have time to roam around the resort\, take a brisk snowmobile sleigh ride\, or can just lay back by an open fire admiring the northern sky. And don’t forget to enjoy the traditional reindeer burgers in the Kota teepee! With a little luck\, the sky is clear and the moon\, stars\, and even the Northern Lights may show up. Transfer to the camp and back by bus.DURATION: 2\,5 hoursPRICE: 122€ (adults) / 61€ (children 4-14 years)Min. 15 persons – Max. 46 persons \n  \nTUESDAY 1st EVENING \n19:00 – 22:00 Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience \nWhat could be a more exciting start for your stay in the Arctic than a dinner surrounded by snow and ice?! Ice restaurant is located within the Arctic SnowHotel\, a 30-minute drive from Rovaniemi. Before the dinner\, ShowHotel’s guide will tell you about the construction\, operation and special features of the SnowHotel during the memorable guided tour through beautiful rooms of the hotel and arctic specialities\, such as the snow sauna. At the end of the tour\, there is a possibility to order a shot from the ice bar for an additional fee\, served in a glass made from ice. The Ice Restaurant built of snow and ice provides a unique setting for an unforgettable dinner serving up hot Lappish delicacies savoured around ice tables. Culinary enjoyment commences with a rich mushroom soup served with fresh bread and is finished off with the delicious SnowHotel’s chocolate delight\, which in line with the theme\, is served on a magnificent ice platter. Guaranteed to taste as good as it looks!  \nStarter: \nVelvety boletus soup with beetroot vinegarCrispy flat bread\, focaccia bread and spruce bud butter \nMain course options (please choose one): \nMouth-watering roast elk\, cauliflower purée\, juniper game sauce\, season’s vegetables \n*** \nBraised Arctic Ocean salmon\, parsnip purée\, bay leaf sauce\, season’s vegetables \n*** \nChicken breast glazed with cloudberry honey\, cherry tomato sauce\, season’s vegetables \n*** \nWhite bean terrine\, caramelized onion and carrot\, parsnip purée\, deep fried capers \nNote\, that this is vegetarian dish. If you need vegan dish\, please inform us. \nDessert: \nSnowHotel’s soft white chocolate blueberry delight \nDURATION: 3 hoursPRICE: 119€ (adults) / 69€ (children 2-12 years)Min. 10 persons – Max. 70 persons \n  \nTHURSDAY 3rd AFTERNOON  \n14:00 – 17:00 Snowmobile Safari to Reindeer Farm \nA snowmobile safari to a reindeer farm. First you will learn about our Lappish culture and reindeer husbandry. Everyone who passes a reindeer-driving test will be issued an international reindeer driver’s license and you have the possibility of participating in a special Lapp ceremony of crossing the Arctic Circle. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or berry juice before returning back to town. NOTE! In this safari two participants share a snowmobile\, single driver option available.DURATION: 3 hoursPRICE: 162€ (adults) / 81€ (children 4-14 years)Min. 10 persons – Max. 46 persons \nIMPORTANT NOTICE: For all Winter Activities\, you should be at the Lapland Safaris office located right in the center of Rovaniemi 30 minutes before the activities start. \nREGISTER FOR LIFE2022 WINTER ACTIVITIES \nLooking for daily activities for avecs/accompanying persons? Please contact directly the well-known operator Lapland Safaris: info@laplandsafaris.fi. They have plenty of amazing options for each day\, and you will be taken care of by a very professional team. \n Accommodation \n\nACCOMMODATION\n \nLIFE2022 has two venues. Educa venue is Messukeskus in Helsinki. There are plenty of excellent options for accommodation in the city center or near Messukeskus \nIn Rovaniemi\, the venue is at Scandic Pohjanhovi\, and you can reserve a room there on the hotel website. The buses for the school visits also leave from that hotel. The booking for accommodation is separated from the online registration for LIFE2022. For booking in Scandic Pohjanhovi\, please use this link: SCANDIC ONLINE RESERVATION\, and introduce the dates. \nAnother highly recommended option is Forenom’s 3-year-old apartment building located only 100 meters from the venue. LIFE2022 participants will get a 10% discount using discount code VISITEDU10. \nAs January-February is the high season in Rovaniemi\, we recommend booking your hotel roomquickly. All bookings directly to the hotel/hostel/apartment/igloos: \nWant a unique experience that you will never forget? \n\nSpend the last night of your trip in the SnowHotel or Igloo! \n\nSanta’s Igloos Arctic Circle\nArctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos\n\nOther accommodation options in the city center \n\nCafé Hostel Koti\nEconomy Hotel Rudolf\nHotel Aakenus\nScandic Rovaniemi City\nScandic Polar\nCity Hotel\nSokos Hotel Vaakuna\nHotel Santa Claus\nHotel Arctic Light\n\n\n General Information \nGENERAL INFORMATION\nRovaniemi is the administrative capital and commercial center of Finland’s Lapland. \nThe city is about 800 km north of Helsinki\, the capital of Finland. In the past few decades\, Rovaniemi has grown into a busy and active town with now more than 63.000 inhabitants. Rovaniemi is also the educational center of Lapland\, and there are two universities located in Rovaniemi. The University of Lapland is the northernmost university in Finland and the European Union. Lapland University for Applied Sciences has its home base in Rovaniemi. The unique location of Rovaniemi on the Arctic Circle has attracted more than 400.000 tourists each year from all over the world. Visit Rovaniemi‘s website for more information. \nHow to get there \nDespite its northern location\, Rovaniemi is well connected to the rest of the world. From abroad\, the town is easiest to get to by about one hour flight via Helsinki. Daily flights between Rovaniemi and Helsinki are operated by Finnair throughout the year. In addition\, more and more airlines offer direct flights to Rovaniemi. \nFinnairNorwegian \nTrainHaving problems finding proper flights between Helsinki and Rovaniemi? Night train and sleeping compartment can be an interesting\, exotic\, economical\, and sustainable option for those who don’t want to stay an extra night in Helsinki or Rovaniemi. There are two night trains available every day\, and the trains during the daylight offer a good opportunity to see more of Finland. Visit VR for more information. \nHow to get from the airport/railway station to the hotels \nAirport Express – bus from the airport to the city center and back – drives to all the central hotels and bus station in\, approx.. 15 minutes for price 7-12€ per person. Airport Express departs from the airport after every flight arrival. Check your hotel reception about the pickup time from your hotel back to the airport. For further information call +358 (0)16 – 362 222.  \nNormal Taxi: Price from the airport to the city center is approx.. 20€. \nThe railway station is located about 1.5 kilometers from the city center. There is no direct bus connection. The easiest way to get to the hotel is to either walk or take a taxi.  \nTaxi \nFinnish taxis are reliable and accept credit cards. The following taxi companies operate in Rovaniemi: \nRovaniemi Taxi Service \nLähitaksi Rovaniemi \nMenevä \nCar rentals \nAll major car rentals have an office in Rovaniemi for those interested in traveling around the surrounding areas and Lapland by themselves.  \nWeather in Rovaniemi \nIn January-February\, the average temperatures are around -11 degrees (Celsius). So have that in mind when choosing your clothing. For the winter activities\, however\, there is always proper clothing available for the participants. Please visit the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website for updated news on weather in Rovaniemi. \nLanguage \nThe official languages in Finland are Finnish and Swedish\, but practically everyone knows basic English; especially the people involved in tourism speak excellent English. LIFE2022 language is English. \nCurrency \nThe Finnish currency unit is the Euro. There are numerous cash machines (ATMs) open around the clock and accepting all major credit cards. Besides\, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted almost everywhere (hotels\, restaurants\, shops\, taxis\, cafeterias\, bars\, etc.). \nVoltage \nThe electric current in Finland is 230V\, 50Hz. Plugs are two-pin continental size. \nTime \nThe time in Finland is UTC/GMT+2 \n Contact Information \n\nCONTACT INFORMATION\n\nFor additional information about REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS (WITHOUT ERASMUS+ FUNDING)\, please contact:  \nVisit RovaniemiMaakuntakatu 29-3196200 RovaniemiTel: +358 16 346 270 E-mail: sales@rovaniemicongresses.com \nFor additional information about REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS (WITH ERASMUS+ FUNDING)\, please contact:  \nEuneos CorporationVaijeritie 1201640 VantaaEmail: courses@euneos.euOID code E10124150/PIC code 950782555 \nREGISTRATION FOR GRANT HOLDERS \nFor additional information about LIFE2022\, please contact: \nVisitEDUfinn Ltd.Ensi Linja 100530 Helsinki\, FinlandTel. +358 409 684 987Email: info@visitedufinn.com \nFor additional information about the WINTER ACTIVITIES\, please contact: \nLapland SafarisKoskikatu 196200 Rovaniemi Tel: +358 16 33 11 200 E-mail: info@laplandsafaris.fi \nFor additional information about the hotel bookings in SCANDIC POHJANHOVI\, please contact: \nScandic RovaniemiPohjanpuistikko 296200 RovaniemiTel. +358 16 465 4014E-mail: pohjanhovi@scandichotels.com \n \n Register now\n \nWe welcome you to LIFE2022 – The Shadowing Experience:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Want to know more about our Events?\n \n \n Contact us URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/life2022/ LOCATION:Oulu\, Oulu\, Finland CATEGORIES:Events ORGANIZER;CN="Euneos":MAILTO:courses@euneos.eu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210830T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210830T123000 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20200801T071657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T115309Z UID:5711-1630312200-1630326600@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:Open School Visit August 2021 DESCRIPTION:Read more about August 30th Open School Visit here URL:https://visitedufinn.com/event/open-school-visit-august-2021/ LOCATION:Helsinki\, Helsinki\, Finland CATEGORIES:school visit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitedufinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/EEF-kuva4-kongressiin.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VisitEDUfinn":MAILTO:info@visitedufinn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210517T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210517T123000 DTSTAMP:20250519T080942 CREATED:20200717T071048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T165946Z UID:5707-1621240200-1621254600@visitedufinn.com SUMMARY:LIVE Virtual Open School Visit May 2021 DESCRIPTION:Read more about May 17th Open School Visit here This event is organized with Zoom. 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