Teachers first! (Guadeloupe)

Well-being and mindfulness

Location: Sainte-Anne, Guadeloupe (France)

Many recent studies reveal alarming results of teachers being over-stressed at work – long hours caused by new assessment systems, accountability rules and education reforms. The extremely high teacher stress levels do not contribute towards effective children's learning. Some surveys claim that an epidemic of teacher stress is on the rise…
We invite educators to stop for a moment and re-discover their passion for teaching and life itself. The programme creates opportunities for the participants to experience and use different tools and methods of stress management as well as boost their well-being and resilience. Insights into various initiatives and programmes, meaningful discussions, outdoor experiences, mindful yoga and therapeutic drum sessions will enhance the ability to embrace life to the full.

Preparation
Register on eTwinning and familiarise yourself with the platform.
Complete the preparation assignment.
Study course material.

Objectives
- improve stress management, critical thinking and problem solving skills,
- enhance resilience to stress,
- explore various initiatives that emphasise inner peace,
- improve language competence,
- build connections with colleagues from other countries.

Follow-up
After the course, participants will reflect on gained knowledge and its application in their own educational environment. They will complete a report to be sent to their national agency. The trainers provide support for collaboration between participants encouraging them to initiate partnerships projects and help find partners.

Programme:

Day 1
Introduction to well-being and mindfulness
M-Y Time (Mindful Yoga)
My name and my life values
Day 2
Healing power of nature and ancient teachings
Forest bathing, M-Y Time, Mandala
Day 3
Music as a therapy
M-Y Time, Gwo Ka
Day 4
Power of water
M-Y Time and water activities
Day 5
Impact of positive thinking - resilience
M-Y Time, Dream Catcher
Day 6
Golden rules of happiness
Living a day of consciousness
Day 7
M-Y Time, Gratitude
Day 8
M-Y Time, Evaluation and Feedback

Contact course organiser directly:
Rita Stoskiene
Email: cheritage100@gmail.com
Whatsapp: +590690924354

Sainte-Anne, Guadeloupe, France