Non-Formal Education and Experiential Learning

This course introduces educators, trainers, and youth workers to innovative practices in non-formal education, focusing on learner-centered, participatory, and experiential approaches. Participants will explore creative and collaborative methodologies, digital tools for engagement, and the integration of AI and media technologies to enhance learning experiences. The course supports the development of facilitation skills, creativity, and innovation in educational design. Special emphasis is placed on designing engaging workshops, hybrid learning experiences, and Erasmus+ compatible training activities. By the end of the course, participants will be able to apply modern non-formal education strategies to create meaningful, inclusive, and interactive learning environments.

 

Day 1: Foundations of Non-Formal Education

• • Principles and Characteristics of Non-Formal Learning
  • Learner-Centred Approaches
  • Experiential Learning and Active Participation 

• Role of the facilitator vs teacher 

 

Day 2: Creative and Collaborative Learning Methods

• Creative Thinking Techniques
• Storytelling as an Educational Tool
• Arts-Based and Visual Learning Approaches

 

Day 3: Digital Innovation in Non-Formal Education

• Digital Tools for Engagement and Collaboration
• Gamification and Game-Based Learning
• Interactive Learning Platforms

 

Day 4: Creativity with AI & Media Tools 

• AI tools for activity creation
• Storytelling with digital media
• Video-based learning activities

 

Day 5: Project Design for Non-Formal Education 

• Designing workshops and training sessions
• Hybrid learning session planning 
• Structuring Erasmus+ youth/adult learning activities

 

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the principles, values, and characteristics of non-formal education

• Apply learner-centered and experiential learning methodologies
• Use creative thinking, storytelling, and arts-based methods to design engaging educational activities
• Integrate visual, narrative, and collaborative approaches to enhance learning experiences
• Use AI and digital media tools to design innovative educational content and support activity creation 
• Develop storytelling and video-based learning activities