Creativity and Culture in the CLIL Classroom
Learning outcomes
Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the 4 Cs and their applications in an educational setting. Understanding of how to adapt and model the 4 Cs framework while being mindful of the diversity of learners in order to establish equitable and inclusive learning environments.
Participants will be able to use modelling and application of the 4 Cs competences at various developmental stages in education, through active learning activities.
Participants will discover different ways to combine content and language using a transdisciplinary approach that connects learners with sustainability and cultural issues.
Brief description
An introduction to the fundamental principles of a CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) classroom and how any CLIL program depends not only on the integration of content and language but on the successful collaboration of teachers and the wider educational community. This course will delve into the core principles of CLIL, the 4 Cs, Content, Communication, Cognition and Culture. It will also look at the 4 Cs of 21st century skills, Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration and Creativity with a broader view of:
- Developing students understanding of how art, expression and culture provide powerful means for sustainability and education.
- Developing students’ interpersonal and colla borative competencies.
- Developing students’ cognitive and critical thinking skills.
- Understanding the importance of diversity and inclusivity and encouraging students as a learner resource.
- Creating partnerships and connections with other schools and the wider educational community, for example eTwinning and ESEP.
Schedule
Day 1 – Introduction to CLIL and its place in bilingual education
- Warm-up and group building exercises
- Discussion and evaluation of expectations and previous competences and experiences
- Overview of the 4 Cs of CLIL
- Overview of the 4 Cs of 21st Century skills
Day 2 – Strategies and techniques to develop the 4 Cs in the classroom
- Sharing of experiences and techniques
- Gamification and ICT as tools to develop the 4 Cs competences
Day 3 – Techniques for modelling and prompting students to use their critical thinking skills
- Active Learning strategies to develop communication and collaboration skills
- Making cultural connections that are meaningful and authentic
Day 4 – Teaching transdisciplinary skills through Art and advancing sustainability through art
- Embracing Diversity in the classroom and giving students a voice
- Creating a safe environment for students to share their creativity and understanding how art welcomes different perspectives
Day 5 – Presentation of collaborative group work and peer review
- Peer and group feedback
- Evaluation of acquisition of competencies
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