In this module, we look at how to make a school playground greener and more movement-friendly. What role can a teacher play in this process? We provide knowledge and skills about the need to enforce more movement and sedentary activities in school. Based on these learned skills, students - along with the field and students from other courses - will investigate a practical problem, propose solutions, and suggest those solutions.

Date

From 30 September to 25 October 2024

Number Hours

0 hours

Course Code / UFCD Code:

VSMF

Typology

Cutting-edge Topic

Mode of delivery

Blended

Location

Blended

Organised By

Howest and IPLeiria

Certification

Language of instruction

English - United Kingdom

ECTS credits

3 ECTS credits

Academic Recognition

To be defined by each higher education institution. Generally, most students will have this SAP certified in their diploma supplement, as a minimal condition.

Means Criteria

In a simple context: the knowledge regarding the need to move more, break sedentary behaviour and the principles of an exercise-friendly playground will be tested in the interim. During the group work, students will be observed for active participation and there will be a peer evaluation at the end of the process. Complex application: the evaluation of the finished product is done by means of a group presentation. Knowledge related to the theme: (LO1-LO5) (10%) Quality of the product (LO6 - LO10) (70%) Evaluation of team and intercultural competences (LO11 - LO12) (20%)

Prerequisites

None

Scholarship Available

Admission Conditions

How to apply

Fill in the application form

Target Audience

All RUN-EU degree students.

Selection criteria

Selection will be based on requirements and submitted applications concerning motivation.   The selection team will also take steps toward ensuring diversity and representativity.    The total number of students/ staff to be selected is 30.

Training Area

Special Conditions

None

Learning Teaching Strategy

Professional Output

Workload Breakdown

Proposed Learning Outcomes

LO1: Defines the need for a sustainable exercise policy in a school.

LO2: Appoints the principles of nudging applicable to a playground

LO3: Illustrates the different perspectives of movement-friendly teaching.

LO4: Acknowledges the principles of an exercise-friendly and green playground.

LO5: The student verbalises the stages of the research cycle.

LO6: Analyses the starting situation of a school based on various criteria including input from feedback from stakeholders (pupils, teachers, maintenance team, school management).

LO7: The student develops, based on the starting situation, a vision to achieve an exercise-friendly school environment, taking into account the limitations that exist.

LO8: International Disciplinary Learning: Having a developed knowledge of the professional activities of his discipline in in other countries.

LO9: The student completes his advice report based on reflection and feedback from the stakeholders (school management).

LO10: The student reports his/her advice, incorporating educational innovation, renewed insights and existing practices.

LO11: The student uses collaborative skills in an international context, showing initiative, empathy and taking co-responsibility for the learning process.

LO12: The student evaluates the group process and reflects on his/her own contribution.

Coordination