Have you ever found it difficult to connect to dry scientific or historical texts? Have you found your mind drifting away when listening to presentations on facts, figures, and numbers? How about your students?
If this is the case, Experiential Learning might be the answer.
This course will introduce participants to the concept and practice of experiential learning taking as a case study the amazing natural history and fascinating cultural heritage of the Canary Islands.
By leaving the classroom and going out there, through fun, outdoor activities, participants will experience the main principles and benefits of Experiential Learning – learning by doing!
Participants will examine the landscape shaped by incredible forces of nature, learn about the unique world of plants and animals, discover places of historical interest, and learn ancient skills that were almost lost to history.
By the end of this course, they will better be able to appreciate the uniqueness of the natural world and rich cultural heritage of these islands, as well as gain insight into how to apply experiential learning to make their teaching more inclusive and fun.
Important note: This course is the only one, among all those offered in Tenerife, which takes place in the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, in Calle Unión Artística El Cabo, Nro. 7 Frente al C.C. Meridiano.
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Confirmed
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Confirmed
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Confirmed
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.Open to enrollments
Understand the principles of experiential learning and be able to apply them to their context;
Make academic content more accessible to mixed-ability groups;
Make classes more inclusive and appropriate for students with special needs;
Experience ‘outdoor learning’ and reflect on its potential benefits/challenges;
Experience ‘living history’ by learning ancient practical skills and making history come alive;
Appreciate the fascinating natural history and rich cultural heritage of the Canary Islands’ variety of field trips, walking tours, and excursions.
Tentative schedule
Day 1 – Introduction to the course and to experiential learning
Introduction to the course, the school, and the external week activities;
Icebreaker activities;
Presentations of the participants’ schools;
History, guiding principles, and case studies
Day 2 – Life on the coast
Excursion to the coastal nature reserve of Malpaís de Guimar;
Exploration of the volcanic rock formations: magmatic dikes, coastal caves, lava flows;
Ancient technique of fishing and collecting salt from salt flats.
Day 3 – Life in the mountains
Field trip to the mountain range of Anaga;
Exploration of different layers of vegetation & recognition emblematic species of Canary flora;
Discovering ancient methods of grape cultivation;
Tasting typical canary food and local wine in a traditional restaurant.
Day 4 – Aboriginal people of the Canary Islands
Experiential learning at the Museum of Nature and Archeology in Santa Cruz de Tenerife: how to visit a museum more exciting;
Discovering the mysterious origins and fascinating culture of the aboriginal people.
Day 5 – The daily life of aboriginal people
Living history: practical activities to explore the daily life of the aboriginal people;
Learning how to do Salto de Pastor (Shepard’s Jump) – an ancient sport form;
La Gomera’s whistling language.
Day 6 – Course closure and cultural activities
Course evaluation: round-up of acquired competencies, feedback, and discussion;
Awarding of the course Certificate of Attendance;
Excursion and other external cultural activities.
Dates and locations
You can register for any date, even if it's not yet confirmed, especially if you're interested in courses several weeks away. Once we have a few more enrollments, we will confirm the date. If we are unable to confirm it, we will offer you alternative options.
Tenerife
Price: 480€*
OID: E10279001
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.11-16 Nov 2024
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.9-14 Dec 2024
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.13-18 Jan 2025
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.10-15 Feb 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.10-15 Mar 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.31 Mar - 5 Apr 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.14-19 Apr 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.12-17 May 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.9-14 Jun 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.30 Jun - 5 Jul 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.14-19 Jul 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.11-16 Aug 2025
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.11-16 Nov 2024
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.9-14 Dec 2024
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.13-18 Jan 2025
Confirmed means this session has reached the minimum number of participants and is guaranteed. However, you will still need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.10-15 Feb 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.10-15 Mar 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.31 Mar - 5 Apr 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.14-19 Apr 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.12-17 May 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.9-14 Jun 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.30 Jun - 5 Jul 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.14-19 Jul 2025
Open to enrollments means the course is pending confirmation. You can register now to help confirm this session, but you will need to wait for our confirmation before booking flights and accommodation.11-16 Aug 2025
Cultural Activities
La Laguna walking tour
Mount Teide excursion
*A 60 € late registration fee will be applied if you register less than 8 weeks before the course start date. All prices are VAT included or not due.
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140€ discount for a two week-long course
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