Erasmus Teacher Training

Why Choose ISE Ireland

Erasmus+ KA1 Funding Eligible
Combination of academic and cultural learning
Tailored programmes for groups and individuals
Active social and cultural programme in Dublin
Flexible start dates throughout the year
Experienced trainers with international teaching backgrounds

About Dublin

Dublin is a friendly, dynamic capital city rich in history, culture, and music.

With its vibrant social life, safe environment, and excellent transport connections, it’s the perfect place to combine professional development with an unforgettable travel experience.

Who Should Attend

Erasmus+ KA1 Funding Eligible
Combination of academic and cultural learning
Tailored programmes for groups and individuals
Active social and cultural programme in Dublin
Flexible start dates throughout the year
Experienced trainers with international teaching backgrounds

Scheduled Courses for Individuals and Small Groups (1–5 participants)

Course	2025 Start Dates	2026 Start Dates
AI & Ethical EdTech	20th Oct, 1st Dec	15th Feb, 6th Apr, 5th Jul, 19th Oct, 30th Nov
Cultural Integration	20th Oct, 1st Dec	15th Feb, 6th Apr, 5th Jul, 19th Oct, 30th Nov
CLIL – Content & Language Integrated Learning	20th Oct, 1st Dec	15th Feb, 6th Apr, 5th Jul, 19th Oct, 30th Nov
Neurodiversity in Education	28th Oct, 8th Dec	22nd Feb, 13th Apr, 12th Jul, 26th Oct, 7th Dec
Sustainability & SDGs	28th Oct, 8th Dec	22nd Feb, 13th Apr, 12th Jul, 26th Oct, 7th Dec

Tailor-Made Courses

We also offer tailor-made courses for groups with specific requirements.

Can be booked year-round on dates suitable for your group
Customisable content, schedule, and duration

Timetable

Monday to Friday – 25 hours per week

If minimum numbers per course are not met: 1–4 participants will receive 20 hours General English + 5 hours Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons. If a course starts on or includes a Bank Holiday or school closure day, that day will be a full-day excursion, and lessons will be recuperated on a different day of the week.

Teaching for a Greener Future

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for teachers of all subjects and levels interested in sustainability and global citizenship. Particular emphasis is placed on integrating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into education and equipping participants to lead environmental initiatives in their schools and communities.

Day 1 – Introduction to Sustainability in Education

Welcome and introductions; setting expectations and course goals
Understanding the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Why sustainability matters in the 21st-century classroom
Cross-curricular relevance of environmental education
Review of school-level sustainability frameworks

Day 4 – Policy, Citizenship, and Collaboration

Embedding environmental values in school culture
Environmental citizenship and student voice
School-wide policies and green certification programs
Collaborating across subjects for sustainability
Inclusion and accessibility in green education

Day 2 – Project-Based Learning and Climate Action

Designing student-led environmental projects
Climate literacy: teaching facts and action
Strategies for inquiry-based and experiential learning
Case studies of climate action in European schools
Linking local projects to global goals

Day 5 – Workshop and Final Presentations

Participants present a sustainability-integrated lesson or project plan
Peer and trainer feedback on effectiveness, impact, and feasibility
Strategies for maintaining momentum beyond the course
Networking and partnership development for future collaboration
Course wrap-up and certification ceremony

Day 3 – Eco-Literacy and Outdoor Learning

Developing eco-literacy across age groups
Planning and managing green classroom projects
Using the schoolyard and community as learning spaces
Monitoring impact and student reflection
Engaging families and local stakeholders

Learning Outcomes

Understand the SDGs and their relevance to education
Integrate sustainability into existing curricula
Lead school-based environmental projects
Foster environmental citizenship in students
Build cross-curricular green learning modules

Understanding, Adapting and Empowering All Learners

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for teachers, SEN coordinators, and inclusive education practitioners who wish to better support neurodivergent learners. It is designed for those working in mainstream or special education settings and seeking to build more inclusive, accessible, and empathetic classroom environments. Elements such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL), classroom adaptations, and communication strategies to empower all students, especially those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia are covered.

Day 1 – Understanding Neurodiversity

Welcome and introductions; setting personal goals for the week
Overview of neurodivergent conditions: autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia
Traits, behaviours, and myths: identifying and understanding student needs
How neurodiversity fits into inclusive education policy
Creating psychologically safe learning environments

Day 4 – Empathy, Communication and Collaboration

Empathy-building in staff and peers
Effective communication with neurodivergent students
Collaborating with classroom assistants and specialists
Working with parents, guardians, and external services
Staff training models for whole-school inclusion

Day 2 – Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

Principles of UDL: engagement, representation, action & expression
Inclusive curriculum design using UDL
Applying UDL in subject planning and lesson delivery
Case study workshops on UDL adaptations
Linking UDL to SEN frameworks and national policy

Day 5 – Personal Action Planning and Presentation Workshop

Participants will design an inclusive lesson or learning plan tailored to their context
Workshop-style peer presentations with feedback from trainer and group
Reflection session: what has changed in mindset and method?
Group review of practical barriers and solutions moving forward
Certification and closing discussion

Day 3 – Practical Strategies and Classroom Adaptations

Differentiation vs individualisation: what works best when
Creating sensory-friendly and distraction-minimised spaces
Adapting teaching materials for various neurodivergent learners
Using visuals, schedules, and multimodal instruction effectively
Managing transitions and reducing anxiety in the classroom

Learning Outcomes

Recognize traits of common neurodivergent conditions
Apply Universal Design for Learning principles
Adapt classroom materials and communication
How to engage families and local support services

Fostering Inclusive and Globally Aware Classrooms

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for teachers, school leaders, and education support staff who wish to develop practical skills to foster inclusivity, cultural awareness, and effective communication in multicultural classrooms. Particular emphasis is placed on creating an equitable learning environment that encourages intercultural dialogue and challenges bias through proactive, language-sensitive teaching and inclusive policies.

Day 1 –Understanding Cultural Diversity

Welcome and introductions; setting expectations for the week
Exploring the concept of cultural identity and its impact on learning
Understanding cultural diversity dynamics in the classroom
Case studies: multicultural classrooms across Europe
Reflection on personal experiences with diversity

Day 4 – Integration Through Collaboration and Dialogue

Tools and activities for cultural exchange
Designing cross-cultural group work and projects
Building student empathy through storytelling and dialogue
Family engagement and the wider community’s role in integration
Classroom simulations of real-world intercultural collaboration

Day 2 – Strategies for Multicultural Education

Key teaching strategies for diverse learners
Differentiated instruction and inclusive planning
Culturally responsive pedagogy in practice
Celebrating diversity while tackling xenophobia and bias
Policy and classroom-level responses to cultural conflict

Day 5 – Cultural Awareness Workshop

Participants develop and present a culturally inclusive learning plan
Peer review and group feedback
Promoting cultural awareness through classroom activities
Discussion of practical challenges and personal action plans
Course conclusion and certification ceremony

Day 3 – Communication Across Cultures

Barriers to communication in multicultural contexts
Cross-cultural communication techniques
The role of language sensitivity in inclusive education
Creating safe spaces for student expression and voice
Conflict de-escalation techniques for cultural misunderstandings

Learning Outcomes

Understand cultural diversity dynamics in the classroom
Use practical methods to encourage inclusion and equity
Promote cultural awareness among students
Design cross-cultural classroom activities

Teaching the Digital Generation

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for teachers, ICT coordinators, and digital learning staff who wish to develop the essential skills and pedagogical approaches needed to integrate AI in modern classrooms. Emphasis is placed on balancing innovation with responsible use, enabling participants to address challenges such as personalization, ethics, and digital safety while leveraging AI tools to enhance teaching, learning, and administration.

Day 1 –Introduction to Artificial Intelligence in Education

Welcome, introductions, and setting learning goals for the week
Understanding the role of AI in the digital classroom
Historical overview: from machine learning basics to today’s adaptive systems
Exploring key tools (e.g., ChatGPT, adaptive learning platforms)
Mapping AI relevance across subjects and levels
Cross-curricular insights on AI integration

Day 4 – AI for Critical Thinking and Creative Expression

Using AI to promote higher-order thinking and inquiry
Student tasks that harness generative AI responsibly
Visual tools: AI for presentations, storytelling, and image creation
Detecting AI-generated content and teaching students to do the same
Fostering reflection and digital discernment in learners

Day 2 – Digital Pedagogy and the Ethics of AI

Rethinking pedagogy in the AI age: balance and boundaries
Ethical use of AI in education: risks, responsibilities, and fairness
Digital citizenship and safety in AI-enhanced classrooms
Case studies on bias, misinformation, and algorithmic influence
Peer scenario discussions on ethical dilemmas

Day 5 – Workshop: Planning and Presenting with AI

Individual or group project: plan and deliver a short presentation on an unfamiliar topic using AI support
Coaching and peer feedback on clarity, register, tone, and ethical AI use
Final reflections: takeaways, challenges, and AI’s future in education
Certificate presentation and closing remarks

Day 3 – Tools for Engagement, Feedback, and Personalisation

Exploring AI platforms for personalized learning and assessment
Interactive demonstrations: feedback tools, planning bots, and differentiation aids
Designing meaningful AI-assisted learning activities
Matching tools with learners: accessibility and diversity considerations
Guidelines for effective human-AI collaboration in the classroom

Learning Outcomes

Understand current trends in AI and EdTech
Critically assess AI tools for classroom use
Balance digital and traditional methodologies
Address digital literacy and safety
Design tech-supported learning modules

CLIL Approaches in Education

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for school leaders, language specialists, and subject educators who wish to develop the skills needed to teach either English through content or content through English using CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) methodologies. Particular emphasis is placed on adapting lessons to suit both language learning goals and content mastery in multilingual or multicultural classrooms.

Day 1 – Introduction to CLIL: Foundations and Frameworks

Welcome and introductions; setting expectations and defining CLIL
Understanding the 4Cs Framework: Content, Communication, Cognition, Culture
Comparison of CLIL 1 vs. CLIL 2: language-driven vs. content-driven models
Overview of CLIL in the European education landscape
Key benefits and challenges in real classrooms

Day 4 – Materials, Assessment, and Inclusion

Adapting materials for both CLIL types
Assessment for learning: checking progress in language and/or content
Inclusion strategies: supporting mixed-level and neurodivergent learners
Classroom tools for collaboration, visual support, and scaffolding
Peer review of lesson plans and resource design

Day 2 – Language-Driven CLIL (CLIL Type 1)

Using subject content to enhance English language acquisition
Planning lessons where language is the main objective
Selecting content themes appropriate for EFL/ESL students
Classroom strategies for vocabulary, grammar, and fluency through topics
Sample microteaching: teaching English through Geography or Science

Day 5 – Presentation Workshop and Action Planning

Participants deliver mini CLIL lessons (language-driven or content-driven)
Peer and trainer feedback on clarity, methodology, and impact
Reflection session: What will you apply in your own setting?
Final discussion on barriers, support systems, and long-term planning
Course wrap-up, certification, and networking

Day 3 – Content-Driven CLIL (CLIL Type 2)

Teaching subject knowledge in English with content as the main goal
Scaffolding academic language for subject learning (math, history, etc.)
Designing lessons that support comprehension and concept building
Strategies for integrating reading, writing, speaking in academic subjects
Hands-on planning: building a bilingual content lesson

Learning Outcomes

Distinguish clearly between CLIL Type 1 and CLIL Type 2
Design and adapt lessons that integrate language and content effectively
Support diverse learners through inclusive and scaffolded methods
Apply appropriate assessment strategies for both CLIL approaches
Build confidence in planning and delivering CLIL-aligned lessons

Host Families	Residence (Summer only)	Hotel/Hostel
€320 per week, half-board	€395/week, single ensuite, self-catering	Price on request, depending on dates and budget

Optional Airport Transfer
€100 each way

Walking tour of Dublin included in every course
Access to ISE’s weekly social programme
Optional weekend trips (available on request, prices vary)

Participants who complete at least 80% of the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance, recognised by Erasmus+ and detailing the training hours and course content.

Choose your course and preferred start date.
Contact your school’s Erasmus+ coordinator.
Apply for KA1 funding before the Erasmus+ deadline (usually February each year).
Once approved, register with ISE Ireland and confirm your booking.

Full payment required before the course starts.
Cancellation policy applies (see full T&Cs).
ISE is not responsible for loss/damage of personal belongings.
Courses and dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Welcome to ISE Ireland

Why Choose ISE Ireland

Why Choose ISE Ireland

About Dublin

Who Should Attend

Courses Available

Tailor-Made Courses

Timetable

Sustainability & the SDGs in Education

Who Should Take This Course

Day 1 – Introduction to Sustainability in Education

Day 4 – Policy, Citizenship, and Collaboration

Day 2 – Project-Based Learning and Climate Action

Day 5 – Workshop and Final Presentations

Day 3 – Eco-Literacy and Outdoor Learning

Learning Outcomes

Neurodiversity in Education

Who Should Take This Course

Day 1 – Understanding Neurodiversity

Day 4 – Empathy, Communication and Collaboration

Day 2 – Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

Day 5 – Personal Action Planning and Presentation Workshop

Day 3 – Practical Strategies and Classroom Adaptations

Learning Outcomes

Cultural Integration and Exchange

Who Should Take This Course

Day 1 –Understanding Cultural Diversity

Day 4 – Integration Through Collaboration and Dialogue

Day 2 – Strategies for Multicultural Education

Day 5 – Cultural Awareness Workshop

Day 3 – Communication Across Cultures

Learning Outcomes

AI, Pedagogical Balance, and Ethical EdTech Use

Who Should Take This Course

Day 1 –Introduction to Artificial Intelligence in Education

Day 4 – AI for Critical Thinking and Creative Expression

Day 2 – Digital Pedagogy and the Ethics of AI

Day 5 – Workshop: Planning and Presenting with AI

Day 3 – Tools for Engagement, Feedback, and Personalisation

Learning Outcomes

CLIL – Content & Language Integrated Learning

Who Should Take This Course

Day 1 – Introduction to CLIL: Foundations and Frameworks

Day 4 – Materials, Assessment, and Inclusion

Day 2 – Language-Driven CLIL (CLIL Type 1)

Day 5 – Presentation Workshop and Action Planning

Day 3 – Content-Driven CLIL (CLIL Type 2)

Learning Outcomes

Accommodation Options

Social Programme

Certification

How to Apply with Erasmus+ Funding

Terms and Conditions (Summary)

Prices

Course fee

Registration Fee