Learning for Sustainability Scotland

Making Connections through Learning for Equity and Sustainability
2021-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
This fully facilitated, online professional learning for teachers in ELC, schools and colleges will support you to think about, plan for, and implement, Learning for Equity and Sustainability in your own practice and in your teaching context.

Click HERE for more details and to reserve your place on Eventbrite.

The Future they Want – Supporting Young People to Take Action for a Sustainable World
2021-06-15 16:00 - 17:30
This interactive webinar explores how to inspire hearts and minds and support young people to both envision a sustainable future in their own communities , and to become active change agents for sustainability.

In the run up to this year’s climate change conference, COP26, to be held in Glasgow in November it is clear that today’s young people and following generations will be left to face the consequences of decisions made. It is their present and future that are at stake, and many are becoming increasingly vocal and active, demanding urgent change and holding decision makers accountable. This webinar will be relevant for teachers, community and youth work practitioners working with young people in formal and informal settings.

Find out more and book your place here.

Collaborate on climate change and the Global Goals with Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning
2021-06-10 16:00 - 17:00
Understanding – and taking collaborative action on – the big issues that shape our world has never been more important. Issues like climate change, inequality, health & wellbeing and sustaining the natural world connect and concern us all – wherever we are.

Get help to collaborate locally and globally on these big issues!

Collaboration is key to solving these issues and Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning is here to help you connect with other educators and learners – both here in Scotland and overseas. If you’re a state-funded educational setting that’s new to international collaboration, a short-term Supported Partnership with Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning could open the door to a world of opportunities for you.

It’s easy to take part with the help of your own local advisor, plus a host of ready-to -go project ideas, online webinars and classroom resources all centred around the Sustainable Development Goals.

We’re recruiting NOW for schools to take part in Supported Partnerships to start in September 2021 with a particular focus on climate change ahead of the COP26 Conference, which will be held in Glasgow in November.

Interested in finding out more? Join us on Thursday 10 June at 16.00. Sign up here to book your place.

If you have any queries in the meantime, then don’t hesitate to get in touch at connectingclassrooms@lfsscotland.org.

Achieving the SDGs: Action through Learning in a time of Global Crises
2021-06-08 08:00 - 10:00
In Autumn 2021, both COP26 and the 12th RCE Global Conference are coming to Scotland. In advance of this, join the second of two pre-Conference Global RCE webinars on Tuesday 8th June 2021. The session will focus on the UNESCO ESD for 2030 Roadmap and share approaches to bringing about, embedding and sustaining the changes required for the global transition to a better world.

Click here for more details and to reserve your place.

Interpreting and implementing the new Guidance on Education for Sustainable Development for Higher Education
2021-05-27 13:00 - 15:00
Join EAUC Scotland and Learning for Sustainability Scotland online to explore the new QAA / Advance HE Guidance on Education for Sustainable Development. The session will include an introduction to the guidance, insight into implementation plans from staff within a range of positions within Higher Education Institutions as well as the Co-Chairs of the Advisory Group for the Guidance, and an open discussion on barriers to implementation and opportunities the Guidance presents for individual attendees.

Book your free place here.

Leading Change in Learning for Equity and Sustainability in ITE
2021-04-28 09:00 - 17:00
Facilitated online Professional Learning for UK based teacher educators, starting 28 April 2021. Click here to reserve your place on Eventbrite. Developed by TEENet and LfS Scotland through collaboration between teacher educators across the UK, Leading Change is a course for those interested in reflecting deeply and critically on LfES and considering how to initiate and implement wider scale LfES change, at a departmental or institutional level.

Making Connections through Learning for Equity and Sustainability
2021-04-23 08:00 - 17:00
This fully online facilitated professional learning for teachers in ELC, schools and Colleges will support you to think about, plan for, and implement, Learning for Equity and Sustainability in your own practice and in your teaching context.

Click HERE for more details and to reserve your place on Eventbrite.

Storytelling, Drama & Creativity Outdoors
2021-03-23 16:00 - 17:30
This interactive webinar with Eco Drama is for teachers, NGOs and others who are interested to explore, promote and develop the role of Creativity in Learning for Sustainability. The session will

Share evidence from the Out to Play project, demonstrating the impact and benefits of using the arts in Learning for Sustainability and outdoor learning/environmental education for 3-11 year old’s, specifically exploring the role of outdoor storytelling and drama.Share practical, creative approaches from the Out to Play project.Provide opportunities for participation, discussion and reflection on your current practice, planting the seed of curiosity on how to use drama and environmental storytelling in your setting.

Click here to register.

Introducing Learning for Equity and Sustainability in ITE
2021-03-17 08:00 - 17:00
Facilitated online Professional Learning for UK based teacher educators, starting 17 March 2021. Click here for more information and to reserve your place on Eventbrite. Developed by TEENet and LfS Scotland through collaboration between teacher educators across the UK, this introductory course will support you to develop the confidence to plan for, and implement, Learning for Equity and Sustainability in your Initial Teacher Education practice, inspiring new teachers who can support young peoples’ engagement with local and global issues.

Making Connections through Learning for Equity and Sustainability
2021-03-05 08:00 - 17:00
A new online course, starting 5th March 2021

Aligned with current education priorities across UK and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this fully online facilitated professional learning for teachers in ELC, schools and Colleges will support you to think about, plan for, and implement, Learning for Equity and Sustainability in your own practice and in your teaching context.

Click HERE for more details and to reserve your place on Eventbrite.

Leading Change in Learning for Equity and Sustainability in ITE
2021-02-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Online
Online course, 10th February – 24th March 2021

The Leading Change course is an advanced online course for those considering how to initiate and implement wider scale Learning for Equity and Sustainability change in Initial teacher education. Led by Learning for Sustainability Scotland (LfS) and University of Edinburgh, the course responds to growing recognition of the need to inspire new teachers’ engagement with issues relevant to young peoples’ development in local and global contexts. The aim is to support teacher educators across the UK in their journey towards implementing and leading Learning for Equity and Sustainability (LfES) in practice. For more information on the course and to register on Eventbrite click here.

The course is for teacher educators based in universities or school-based provision, and has been developed through collaboration between TEESNet (Teacher Education for Equity and Sustainability Network) and the British Council’s Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning (CCGL) programme.

QAA Consultation Response Online Workshop
2021-01-15 10:00 - 12:00
Register now for the EAUC-S/LfSS consultation workshop

There is still time to join the EAUC-Scotland and LfS Scotland online workshop to be held on Friday 15th January 2021 10:00-12:00.

This workshop will co-contruct a sector response to the Consultation on revised QAA/Advance HE Education for Sustainable Development Guidance for UK higher education, deadline 22nd January 2021.

Register here to join this important meeting.

Education for Sustainable Development Topic Support Network Meeting
2021-01-15 10:00 - 12:00
The EAUC-Scotland and LfS Scotland Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in Colleges and Universities Topic Support Network (TSN) is currently meeting virtually.

This event has a focus on the Consultation on revised QAA/Advance HE Education for Sustainable Development Guidance for UK higher education, deadline 22nd January 2021.

Register here to join this important meeting.

Making Connections through Learning for Equity and Sustainability
2021-01-15 08:00 - 17:00
Aligned with current education priorities across UK and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this fully online facilitated professional learning for teachers in ELC, schools and Colleges will support you to think about, plan for, and implement, Learning for Equity and Sustainability in your own practice and in your teaching context.

Click here to reserve your place on Eventbrite.

Introducing Learning for Equity and Sustainability in ITE
2021-01-13 12:00
Click here to reserve your place on Eventbrite. Developed by TEENet and LfS Scotland through collaboration between teacher educators across the UK, this introductory course will support you to develop the confidence to plan for, and implement, Learning for Equity and Sustainability in your Initial Teacher Education practice, inspiring new teachers who can support young peoples’ engagement with local and global issues.

LfS Scotland AGM and networking event - Building forward Better, the role of LfS
2021-01-12 10:00 - 14:30 | Online
You are invited to our annual gathering. Book a ticket and become a speaker!

2021: a new year filled with possibilities, opportunities and moments that will help society to ‘build forward better’. What role does Learning for Sustainability play in making the world a better place, and how can we make this a reality?Learning for Sustainability Scotland warmly invites you to attend our AGM and networking event on Tuesday 12th January 2021 from 10:00am – 2:30pm. This year’s theme is “Building Forward Better- the role of Learning for Sustainability”.

Our annual gathering – held online for the first time – will showcase what members are doing to support a just and green recovery and tackle poverty, race, climate and environmental inequalities through learning for sustainability.

It’s an excellent opportunity to hear about the impactful work of members from across the education, charity and community sectors, be inspired by knowledgeable speakers practicing Learning for Sustainability near you, and take part in workshops to boost your knowledge and skills on a range of topics.

Click here to register!

Call for Speakers

We’d love even more members to showcase their work this year. Get in touch if you have a workshop to offer, introducing your project and sharing the skills you have learned.

Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning Get-Together #2: Building your cluster
2020-12-03 16:00 - 17:00
Are you a teacher in Scotland?

Are you interested in bringing together like-minded educators to collaborate locally and globally on the big issues that shape our world?

Or perhaps you’re already leading a Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning (CCGL) cluster?

If so, these monthly Get-Togethers are for you!

Join us for the second CCGL Get Together. This session will have a focus on Building your Cluster.

Click here to book your free place.

European RCEs conference - Climate Emergency: Joined-up Action
2020-11-24 08:00 - 2020-11-25 17:00 | Online
How can we collaborate more effectively locally and globally to address the inter-related global challenges that we face? Join Regional Centres of Expertise (RCEs) across Europe and anyone with an interest in taking collaborative local action and learning for sustainability in the 2020 online conference 24-25 November, 2020 hosted by RCE East Midlands.

Day one of the event is open to all, and day two to current and prospective RCE members.

The programme includes a wide range of engaging short talks, discussions and interactive workshops, addressing local climate action, nature education in schools, climate justice education and much more, along with evening social activities and many opportunities to discuss shared challenges and opportunities for collaboration.

Click here to book your place.

Making Connections through Learning for Sustainability
2020-10-30
Facilitated online Professional Learning for educators, starting 30th October 2020

Click here to reserve your place on Eventbrite.

Why participate?

COVID-19 has had an unprecedented impact on everyday life across the globe. Understanding the big issues that shape our world has never been more important. Issues like climate change, gender equality and how to live sustainably affect – and connect – us all: wherever we are in the world.

Aligned with Scotland’s education priorities and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this fully online professional learning will support you to think about, plan for, and implement, Learning for Sustainability in your own practice and in your teaching context. You will make connections at individual, institutional and global levels, inspiring you and your students to develop the confidence, skills, knowledge, values and attitudes we all need to thrive and create positive change in our increasingly interconnected world.

Engagement in this fully funded course will:

Support you to create an enabling environment for Learning for Sustainability in your teaching and setting, and significantly enhance young people’s educational experienceInform your own professional development and GTCS professional updateEnhance your participation in the Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning programme, supporting whole setting and cluster approaches to Learning for SustainabilityGive access to an international network of like-minded teachers

This professional learning has been created by the University of Edinburgh and Learning for Sustainability Scotland, for the British Council/ Department for International Development Connecting Classrooms programme. The programme is accredited by GTCS and your engagement could lead to GTCS Professional Recognition.

Who can participate?

This course is fully funded for all 3-18 years teachers in state funded schools, colleges and early learning and childcare centres in Scotland. You will be supported by skilled facilitators with a background in Learning for Sustainability and online learning and do not need any advanced technical expertise to take part.

What will be involved?

The programme involves participation in online discussions and activities in five course modules. Modules will be released fortnightly, starting on 30th October 2020.

What will be asked of you?

The course involves participation in online discussions and activities at a time that is convenient for you, day or night! We will ask you to try out some face to face and online activities and ideas with your learners, where possible, and to share your past and present experiences with others throughout the course. To complete the course you will be asked to share reflections.

If opting to continue beyond the 10 weeks, working towards GTCS Professional Recognition, you will be asked to submit a portfolio of learning.

Programme Learning Outcomes

While participating in this course you will:

In the context of Learning for Sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reflect on how to develop the skills and values required of teachers and learners to live in an interdependent worldCritically consider practical approaches to learning and teaching for Learning for SustainabilityReflect on the impact of approaches to Learning for Sustainability at an individual, whole school and global levelDevelop confidence in your teacher leadership for Learning for Sustainability and engage in peer learning opportunities through an established practitioner network

Click here to register your place on Eventbrite.

For further information please contact Betsy King, Development Manager, Learning for Sustainability Scotland, Betsyking@lfsscotland.org

Data Protection

You can find information about the LfS Scotland Data Privacy Policy here.

We are collecting your personal information on behalf of the British Council to arrange training and to provide you with mentoring and support for the duration of training courses. Your information will also be shared with Ecorys UK, a third party research consultancy commissioned by the British Council to compile reports on the impact of Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning (CCGL) training on teaching practice. The legal basis for collecting your personal information is agreement with the Terms and Conditions of the CCGL programme (contract). You will be asked to complete surveys which are used to monitor and evaluate the quality of training and its impact on teaching practice. The British Council will do this in its legitimate interest. The British Council would like to send you updates about other opportunities available through the CCGL programme and we will ask if you would like to receive updates about other opportunities available through the CCGL programme. You may opt out at any time by contacting the British Council at Schools@britishcouncil.org. We will process your personal information based on your consent.

Data Protection – British Council

The British Council complies with data protection law in the UK and laws in other countries that meet internationally accepted standards. You have the right to ask for a copy of the information we hold on you, and the right to ask us to correct any inaccuracies in that information. If you have concerns about how we have used your personal information, you also have the right to complain to a privacy regulator. For detailed information, please refer to the privacy section of our website, www.britishcouncil.org/privacy or contact your local British Council office. We will keep your information for a period of 7 years from date of your last activity in the CCGL programme.

Introducing Learning for Equity and Sustainability in ITE
2020-10-28 08:00 - 2020-12-09 17:00 | Online
Facilitated online Professional Learning for UK based teacher educators, starting 28th October 2020.

Click here to reserve your place on Eventbrite.

Developed by TEENet and LfS Scotland through collaboration between teacher educators across the UK, this introductory course will support you to develop the confidence to plan for, and implement, Learning for Equity and Sustainability) in your Initial Teacher Education practice, inspiring new teachers who can support young peoples’ engagement with local and global issues.

Education for Sustainable Development Topic Support Network Meeting: Health and Wellbeing
2020-10-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
The focus of the next in a series of EAUC-Scotland and LfS Scotland Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in Colleges and Universities Topic Support Network webinars is “Health and Wellbeing” of both staff and students, examining concepts such as social isolation, anxiety, climate anxiety and more.

Book your place on the EAUC Scotland website now

Seizing the moment: Youth Work and Learning for Sustainability
2020-10-06 10:00 - 11:30
Join Learning for Sustainability Scotland and YouthLink Scotland members and others from across Scotland for an interactive webinar which will:

answer the question ‘what is Learning for Sustainability in youth work?’explore the benefits and opportunities of getting young people involved in Learning for Sustainability NOW!share and celebrate examples of youth work from around Scotlandinspire new thinking and approaches for engaging young peoplehelp you to find the support you need to take action

Click HERE to register

Education for Sustainable Development Topic Support Network Meeting
2020-09-16 14:00 - 15:30
The EAUC-Scotland and LfS Scotland Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in Colleges and Universities Topic Support Network (TSN) will be meeting virtually. We are aiming to have regular, events on particular themes. This first event has a focus on: “Learning from Covid-19 for ESD”.

Book your place here through the EAUC website.

Making Connections through Learning for Sustainability
2020-09-11
Facilitated online Professional Learning for educators, starting 11th September 2020
Click here to reserve your place on Eventbrite.

Why participate?
COVID-19 has had an unprecedented impact on everyday life across the globe. Understanding the big issues that shape our world has never been more important. Issues like climate change, gender equality and how to live sustainably affect – and connect – us all: wherever we are in the world.
Aligned with Scotland’s education priorities and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this fully online professional learning will support you to think about, plan for, and implement, Learning for Sustainability in your own practice and in your teaching context. You will make connections at individual, institutional and global levels, inspiring you and your students to develop the confidence, skills, knowledge, values and attitudes we all need to thrive and create positive change in our increasingly interconnected world.
Engagement in this fully funded course will:

Support you to create an enabling environment for Learning for Sustainability in your teaching and setting, and significantly enhance young people’s educational experience
Inform your own professional development and GTCS professional update

Enhance your participation in the Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning programme, supporting whole setting and cluster approaches to Learning for Sustainability
Give access to an international network of like-minded teachers

This professional learning has been created by the University of Edinburgh and Learning for Sustainability Scotland, for the British Council/ Department for International Development Connecting Classrooms programme. The programme is accredited by GTCS and your engagement could lead to GTCS Professional Recognition.
Who can participate?
This course is fully funded for all 3-18 years teachers in state funded schools, colleges and early learning and childcare centres in Scotland. You will be supported by skilled facilitators with a background in Learning for Sustainability and online learning and do not need any advanced technical expertise to take part.
What will be involved?
The programme involves participation in online discussions and activities in five course modules. Modules will be released fortnightly, starting on 11th September 2020.
The themes and dates are outlined below:
What will be asked of you?
The course involves participation in online discussions and activities at a time that is convenient for you, day or night! We will ask you to try out some face to face and online activities and ideas with your learners, where possible, and to share your past and present experiences with others throughout the course. To complete the course you will be asked to share reflections. If opting to continue beyond the 10 weeks, working towards GTCS Professional Recognition, you will be asked to submit a portfolio of learning.

Programme Learning Outcomes
While participating in this course you will:

In the context of Learning for Sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reflect on how to develop the skills and values required of teachers and learners to live in an interdependent world
Critically consider practical approaches to learning and teaching for Learning for Sustainability
Reflect on the impact of approaches to Learning for Sustainability at an individual, whole school and global level
Develop confidence in your teacher leadership for Learning for Sustainability and engage in peer learning opportunities through an established practitioner network

Click here to reserve your place on Eventbrite .
For further information please contact Betsy King, Development Manager, Learning for Sustainability Scotland.

Whose Voice is it Anyway? Active participation for a better world
2020-06-11 09:30 - 12:30 | Online
‘Whose Voice is it Anyway? Active Participation for a Better World’ is a half-day online event for educational practitioners from across Scotland.
How can we engage learners in meaningful, relevant and effective activity that builds their confidence and encourages active participation? Join us as we explore creative and transformative approaches to learning; helping you to bring Learning for Sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals to life in your own educational settings.
Building on a highly successful series of annual events exploring the interconnected themes of Learning for Sustainability, this online event offers a timely and collaborative opportunity for educational practitioners from all sectors to come together. It will provide an opportunity for you to engage in interactive workshops facilitated by expert speakers. The sessions on offer will focus on a variety of Learning for Sustainability themes and methodologies; including storytelling, outdoor learning, climate action, rights-based learning, STEM, global perspectives and learner voice.
This online event is open to practitioners across Scotland and across the early years, primary, secondary, additional support needs, youth and community sectors. Although the event aims to support practitioners across all educational settings, some workshops may better suit certain contexts.
The event will take place online using Zoom.
Book your place here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uc–grzsuHNxlw_Fg47lr18xXzYgBKs4A
This event is a collaboration between City of Edinburgh Council, Learning for Sustainability Scotland, Scotdec and Bridge 47.

Exploring relevance and approaches in LfS in times of crisis and calm
2020-06-03 12:30 - 14:00 | Online
Online Webinar June 3rd 2020 12.30 – 2pm

Click here to register!

Over the past few weeks people around the world have risen to the challenge of responding to global challenges manifesting at local levels. We are ALL touched by Covid-19, and each of us has had to reflect individually on what really matters to us. Learning for Sustainability is about working to create a flourishing, equitable and sustainable world. What do the current challenges mean for us, our work and our planet?

You are warmly welcomed to join Learning for Sustainability Scotland members from across Scotland for an interactive webinar which aims to:

critically reflect on the current and future need for Learning for Sustainability approaches
explore the relevance and contribution of LfS in the current Covid 19 context and in future periods of crisis and calm
share and celebrate the approaches of LfS practitioners from around Scotland who have found new ways of working to engage their communities
inspire new thinking and approaches for the future

The detailed programme for this session will be available closer to the date. The webinar aims to be relevant to LfS Scotland members across all sectors, including further and higher education, ELC, schools and community engagement. Please get in touch with Laura (youth@lfsscotland.org) if you have practice that you are willing to share.

Calling all teachers! Join our Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning networking event.
2020-05-07 15:00 - 16:15 | Online
Bring local and global collaboration to life with Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning!
There’s never been a better time to collaborate locally and internationally on the big issues that shape our world – and Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning is here to help you.
Join us and like-minded educators from across Scotland for our Zoom-based networking session on Thursday 7th May at 15.00.
Learn more about the free advice, resources, funding and professional learning opportunities available to help you build local and global partnerships and embed Learning for Sustainability in your school.
Just click here to enter your details and reserve your place.
Let us help you bring Learning for Sustainability and the Global Goals to life for your learners!
Got a question? Get in touch with our team and we’ll be happy to help!

New facilitated online Professional Learning for educators
2020-04-30
New facilitated online Professional Learning for educators, starting 30th April 2020
Reserve your place here on Eventbrite

Why participate?
COVID-19 has had an unprecedented impact on everyday life across the globe. Understanding the big issues that shape our world has never been more important. Issues like climate change, gender equality and how to live sustainably affect – and connect – us all: wherever we are in the world.
Aligned with current education priorities and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this fully onlne professional learning will support you to think about, plan for, and implement, Learning for Sustainability in your own practice and in your teaching context. You will make connections at individual, institutional and global levels, inspiring you and your students to develop the confidence, skills, knowledge, values and attitudes we all need to thrive and create positive change in our increasingly interconnected world.
Engagement in this fully funded course will:

Support you to create an enabling environment for Learning for Sustainability in your teaching and setting, and significantly enhance young people’s educational experience
Inform your own professional development
Support whole-setting approaches to Learning for Sustainability
Enhance your participation in the Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning programme, supporting whole setting and cluster approaches
Give access to an international network of like-minded teachers

This programme has been created by the University of Edinburgh and Learning for Sustainability Scotland, for the British Council/ Department for International Development Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning programme.
Who can participate?
This course is fully funded for all 3-18 years teachers in schools, colleges and early learning and childcare centres in UK . You will be supported by skilled facilitators with a background in Learning for Sustainability and online learning and do not need any advanced technical expertise to take part.
What will be involved?
The course involves participation in online discussions and activities in five course modules. Modules will be released fortnightly, starting on 30 th April 2020. The themes and dates are outlined below:

What will be asked of you?
The course involves participation in online discussions and activities at a time that is convenient for you, day or night! We will ask you to develop some activities and ideas that you plan to carry out with your learners when you’re back in your ELC setting, school or College, and to share your previous experiences with others throughout the course. At this time we will probably be sharing ideas for current ways of working too. You will be asked to share an action plan at the end of the course.
Programme Learning Outcomes
While participating in this course you will:

In the context of Learning for Equity and Sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reflect on how to develop the skills and values required of teachers and learners to live in an interdependent world
Critically consider practical approaches to learning and teaching for Learning for Equity and Sustainability
Reflect on the impact of approaches to Learning for Equity and Sustainability at an individual, whole school and global level
Develop confidence in your teacher leadership for Learning for Equity and Sustainability and engage in peer learning opportunities through an established practitioner network

Making Connections through Learning for Sustainability
2020-02-28
Facilitated online Professional Learning for teachers starting 28 February 2020
Click on Register to reserve your place here on Eventbrite
Why participate?
Aligned with Scotland’s education priorities and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this professional learning will support you to develop the confidence to plan for, and implement, Learning for Sustainability in your practice, making connections at individual, school and global levels, and inspiring students to collaborate on the issues that shape our world.
Engagement in this fully funded course will:

Support you to create an enabling environment for Learning for Sustainability in your class and school and significantly enhance young people’s educational experience
Inform your PRD and GTCS Professional Update
Support whole-school and community approaches to Learning for Sustainability
Give access to an international network of like-minded teachers

Created by the University of Edinburgh and Learning for Sustainability Scotland, for the British Council Connecting Classrooms programme, this course is accredited by GTCS and your engagement could lead to GTCS Professional Recognition.
Who can participate?
All teachers and early years practitioners in Scotland. You will be supported by skilled facilitators with a background in Learning for Sustainability and online learning and do not need any advanced technical expertise to take part.
What will be involved?
You can chose the level at which you’d like to participate in the programme:
Level 2 28 February – 10 April 2020
Level 3 28 February – 8 May 2020
Level 4 to GTCS Professional Recognition 28 February – December 2020
The themes and dates are outlined below:

What will be asked of you?
The course involves participation in online discussions and activities at a time that is convenient for you.
We will ask you to try out some activities and ideas with your learners and to share your learning with others throughout the course.
In addition, at Level 3, you will be asked to present your activities and reflect on their impacts and at Level 4 to submit a portfolio of learning.

Programme Learning Outcomes
While participating in this course you will:

In the context of Learning for Sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reflect on how to develop the skills and values required of teachers and learners to live in an interdependent world
Critically consider practical approaches to learning and teaching for Learning for Sustainability
Apply in practice and reflect on the impact of approaches to Learning for Sustainability at an individual, whole school and global level
Develop confidence in your teacher leadership for Learning for Sustainability and engage in peer learning opportunities through an established practitioner network

Click here to reserve your place here on Eventbrite .
For further information contact Betsy King, Development Manager, Learning for Sustainability Scotland, Betsyking@lfsscotland.org

Connecting Classrooms - a focus on South Africa
2020-01-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Interested in making links with schools in South Africa to collaborate on the big issues that shape our world? Join our webinar to find out more about how to get started, hear from a school that’s already taking part – and for details of the free support and funding on offer to help you through the Connecting Classrooms through Global Learning programme.
Find out more and book your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/connecting-classrooms-linking-with-south-africa-tickets-77843143939
