Transform your classroom into a thriving, collaborative community. This course provides powerful cooperative learning structures and conflict resolution techniques to boost student engagement, improve social skills, and create a positive, student-centered environment.
Description
Move beyond traditional teaching models and discover the power of a community-based classroom. This 25-hour course focuses on two pillars: cooperative learning and conflict resolution. You will learn how to implement effective group work structures (e.g., Jigsaw, Think-Pair-Share) that promote positive interdependence and individual accountability. We will also equip you with practical, non-punitive strategies for managing classroom conflicts, teaching students skills like active listening, negotiation, and peer mediation. You will leave with a toolkit to build a classroom culture based on mutual respect, shared responsibility, and constructive communication.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of cooperative learning and its benefits for academic and social development.
- Structure and facilitate a variety of cooperative learning activities effectively.
- Identify the root causes of common classroom conflicts.
- Teach and model core conflict resolution skills, including “I-statements” and active listening.
- Implement restorative practices and peer mediation techniques to foster a more harmonious and responsible classroom community.
Methodology & Assessment
This is a highly experiential course where participants will actively engage in the very techniques they are learning. The methodology is centered on model activities, role-playing conflict scenarios, collaborative problem-solving, and group reflection. You will practice facilitating cooperative tasks and mediating disputes in a supportive environment. Assessment is based on active participation, the design of a cooperative lesson plan, and a demonstration of conflict resolution skills. A final session focuses on creating a step-by-step implementation plan.
Materials, Digital Tools & Other Learning Resources
Participants receive a digital handbook with guides to cooperative learning structures, conflict resolution scripts, classroom posters, and presentations. An online platform will host all materials and facilitate the sharing of best practices among the European educators.
Certification Details
Certificate of attendance.
Upcoming sessions
| Dates | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| 12–16 October 2026 | Madrid, Spain | Enroll |
| 16–20 November 2026 | Madrid, Spain | Enroll |
| 14–18 December 2026 | Madrid, Spain | Enroll |
Pricing, Packages and Other Information
Price: EUR 400-800
Course package content:
We can assist you:
- Accommodation: We can help you find suitable and comfortable accommodation options near the training venue, whether you prefer hotels, guesthouses, or apartments.
- Cultural Tours: Immerse yourself in the local culture with our curated tours and excursions. Explore historical sites, museums, and hidden gems, and gain a deeper understanding of your surroundings.
- Transportation: We can arrange convenient and reliable transportation options for your arrival and departure.
Cancellation & Changes
We understand that plans can change. That’s why we offer flexible options for cancellations and changes, while also providing clarity on our policy in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Participant-Initiated Changes and Cancellations:
Changes: We are happy to accommodate changes to your registration, such as transferring to a different course date or modifying your accommodation choices, whenever possible. Please contact us as soon as possible with your request and we will do our best to assist you.
Additional Information
- Language: English
- Target audience ISCED: Primary education (ISCED 1), Lower secondary education (ISCED 2), Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
- Target audience type: Teacher
- Learning time: 25 hours or more
