Teaching Civic Education for Erasmus+ staff training

Erasmus Courses

Overview and purpose

Teaching Civic Education for Active Citizenship is a 6-day intensive workshop designed to support educators who want to build informed, engaged, and responsible citizens. As part of erasmus+ staff training, this course equips teachers with practical tools, structured methodologies, and the confidence needed to teach civic education effectively in today’s complex social landscape.

Through interactive sessions, participants explore how to design meaningful civic education curricula, strengthen critical thinking skills, and encourage active civic engagement. The course also highlights respectful dialogue, media literacy, and social justice as essential components of modern civic education. This learning experience fits naturally within broader erasmus teacher mobility opportunities, combining professional development with cultural exchange. The program concludes with a guided cultural tour of Rome, offering space for reflection while discovering one of the world’s most historic cities.

Learning Outcome

By the end of this workshop, participants will:
• Understand the core principles and significance of civic education in today’s society.
• Learn to design and implement a comprehensive civic education curriculum.
• Master active learning strategies to make civic education engaging and impactful.
• Develop skills to guide students in respectful discourse and critical analysis of civic issues.
• Integrate media literacy and ethical citizenship into lessons to address modern challenges.
• Create authentic assessments to evaluate civic knowledge, skills, and attitudes.

Course details

Session Code	Location	Dates
TEACCI-ROM-426	Rome city center	27 April – 2 May 2026
TEACCI-ROM-626	Rome city center	22–27 June 2026
TEACCI-ALB-826	Albano Laziale, Province of Rome	17–22 August 2026
TEACCI-ROM-1026	Rome city center	12–17 October 2026
TEACCI-ALB-1226	Albano Laziale, Province of Rome	7–12 December 2026

Course fee: €480 per participant (VAT excluded)

Services included

Course delivery
Certificate of participation
Administrative support related to participation

Daily Schedule

6 days, including a guided cultural tour of Rome on the final day.

Daily Schedule

Day 1: Foundations of Civic Education

Morning: Definition, scope, and importance of civic education in fostering active citizens. Understanding the role of civic education in democratic participation, social responsibility, and community engagement.
Afternoon: Case studies exploring the impact of civic education on democracy and social responsibility. Reflection on current societal challenges and the educator’s role in shaping informed and responsible citizens.

Day 2: Curriculum Design and Active Learning

Morning: Mapping learning objectives and developing a comprehensive civic education curriculum aligned with student needs and educational contexts. Structuring lessons that promote knowledge, skills, and civic values.
Afternoon: Hands-on activities to incorporate role-playing, simulations, project-based learning, and digital tools to make civic education interactive, engaging, and impactful.

Day 3: Engaging Students in Civic Discourse and Action

Morning: Strategies for encouraging student participation in local and global community issues. Promoting civic engagement through service learning, school initiatives, and active citizenship projects.
Afternoon: Teaching respectful debate, critical thinking, and analyzing diverse perspectives. Building classroom environments that support dialogue, inclusion, and constructive disagreement.

Day 4: Media Literacy and Ethical Citizenship

Morning: Teaching students to evaluate news sources, recognize misinformation, and engage critically with digital and traditional media. Strengthening media literacy as a foundation for responsible citizenship.
Afternoon: Discussing social justice, human rights, democratic values, and ethical responsibilities as citizens. Exploring how educators can foster empathy, fairness, and social awareness.

Day 5: Assessment and Evaluation in Civic Education

Morning: Designing authentic assessment methods to evaluate civic knowledge, participation, attitudes, and critical thinking skills. Using reflective journals, debates, portfolios, and community projects as evaluation tools.
Afternoon: Developing feedback strategies that support student growth in civic responsibility and democratic engagement. Sharing best practices for measuring long-term civic learning outcomes.

Day 6: Guided Cultural Tour of Rome and Reflection

Morning: Explore historic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Vatican City.
Afternoon: Reflective discussions, certificate ceremony, and closing remarks.

Admission information

Language: English

Language level: B1 or above

Target audience: Schoolteachers, adult educators, and community leaders interested in strengthening civic education through erasmus+ staff training and structured international learning experiences.

General prerequisites: Previous teaching experience or familiarity with curriculum development is recommended. Participants are encouraged to bring real classroom scenarios for discussion.

Minimum number of participants: 8

Maximum number of participants: 20

Why Choose This Course

This program offers practical strategies for teaching civic education within the framework of erasmus+ staff training. Participants gain the skills that empower students to engage thoughtfully with society while addressing modern challenges such as media influence and ethical responsibility. The course also stands out among erasmus teacher courses by blending professional learning with cultural immersion in Rome.

What Sets Us Apart

Comprehensive approach: Covers curriculum design, civic engagement, and ethical citizenship in one coherent learning journey.
Interactive methodology: Emphasizes simulations, collaborative tasks, and real-life teaching scenarios.
Expert-led sessions: Delivered by experienced educators and civic practitioners.
Cultural dimension: Strengthens learning through meaningful cultural exchange, aligning with the goals of erasmus teacher mobility and international professional growth within erasmus+ staff training.