Original Best Practices Benchmarking course – all school levels
Immerse yourself in the educational excellence of Finland and Estonia through this comprehensive benchmarking course. Designed for educators across all school levels, this program offers firsthand insights into the innovative practices that have positioned these countries at the forefront of global education. By engaging directly with schools and experts, you’ll gain practical strategies to enhance teaching and learning within your institution.
What You’ll Learn:
This course provides a deep dive into the educational frameworks of Finland and Estonia, focusing on their unique approaches to pedagogy, curriculum development, and student engagement. Through interactive sessions and school visits, you will:
- Explore the core principles underpinning Finnish and Estonian education systems.
- Observe innovative teaching methods and classroom environments.
- Understand the integration of technology and digital tools in education.
- Learn about policies promoting equity, inclusivity, and student well-being.
- Develop actionable plans to implement best practices in your own educational context.
Course Highlights:
- School Visits: Engage with local schools to observe and discuss effective educational practices.
- Expert Lectures: Gain insights from leading educators and policymakers in Finland and Estonia.
- Collaborative Workshops: Participate in sessions designed to foster the exchange of ideas and experiences among international peers.
- Cultural Immersion: Experience the cultural contexts that shape educational philosophies in both countries.
- Action Planning: Receive guidance on developing strategies to adapt and implement new practices in your home institution.
This course offers an inspiring blend of theory and practice, ensuring you leave with a clear roadmap to implement meaningful changes.
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- Event materials
- Certificate of attendance
- School visits
- Admission to all sessions
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By the end of this course, participants will have developed a comprehensive framework for leading digital change within their school, gaining skills and resources that support both teaching and administrative needs. This course encourages a collaborative approach to digital integration, focusing on strategies that engage the school community in a sustainable, future-ready digital environment.
- Have a comprehensive understanding of the educational models in Finland and Estonia.
- Be equipped with innovative teaching strategies and tools.
- Understand how to integrate technology effectively into the classroom.
- Be prepared to promote equity and inclusivity within your educational environment.
- Have a personalized action plan for implementing best practices in your institution.
This course is ideal for educators, school leaders, and education professionals across all levels who are committed to enhancing their teaching practices and seeking inspiration from leading educational systems.
A professor at Tallinn University, Estonia, and Head of its R&D Centre for Educational Technology, he has a background as a mathematics and physics teacher and school principal. For over 20 years, he has been active in teacher education and educational technology research, contributing to international projects on mobile technology and social software in education. As a board member of Euneos, Finland, he also coordinates the “Digital Turn towards 1:1 Computing” project, funded by Samsung, and is an expert in school digital innovation and change. environments.
With extensive experience in education and leadership, this course leader has been shaping learning environments since 1994. As CEO and Principal of TRYcamps Kielikoulu oy and a Neuropsychological Coach, they bring a wealth of expertise to the field. Having taught English for over two decades and authored 25 books on educational technology, his focus is on creating innovative, inclusive learning experiences. As a trainer for Finland’s National Board of Education and an experienced speaker at international conferences, he is committed to advancing education through courses that blend practical skills with cutting-edge teaching methods, including those in special education and AI.
This is a provisional program.
Day 1, Sunday
18:00 Walking Tour and Welcome Dinner
Day 2, Monday
9:30 Welcome to Helsinki, introduction to Finland and the course (Petri Ilmonen)
- Get to know each other
- The PISA studies
12:00 Lunch break
13:00 The basics of Finnish school system (Petri Ilmonen)
14:30 Guest speaker
15:30 Get to know the school
16:30 Workshop: Personal or team time for notes, diaries, and talks
Day 3, Tuesday
09:30 School visit: Transformation of a 40-year-old school into a modern institution.
12:00 Lunch break.
13:00 Workshop with Mr. Petri Ilmonen, Principal.
14:30 Guest Speaker.
15:30 Guided tour of the school.
16:30 Workshop: Personal or team time for notes, diaries, and discussions.
Day 4, Wednesday
09:30 School visit: Reflection, evaluation, and certification.
13:00 Ferry to Tallinn, Estonia.
Day 5, Thursday
9:30 Meeting with Mart in the lobby of Tallinn University
9:40 A guided tour of Tallinn University
10:00 Presentation on education system in Estonia (Mart Laanpere)
11:00 Coffee break
11:30 What are the factors of Estonias PISA success (Mart Laanpere)
12:30 Lunch at the university cafeteria (own cost)
13:00 School visit
15:30 Break
16:00 Workshop
17:00 Walking back to hotel
Day 6, Friday
9:30 School visit
12:00 Lunch
13:00 School visit
15:00 Break
15:30 Evaluation and feedback session
17:00 Free time
Day 7, Saturday
10:00 Meeting with James in front of the Old Town Hall
10:10 Guided tour in the Old Town
12:00 Final reflections
13:00 Suggested visits to educational museums of Tallinn (optional)
