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EDUCATION

"Unleashing potential means nothing less than rising above together."

Gerald Hüther

Training modules

The training program is aimed at all teachers at secondary level I and II. In order for a school to receive the School of Creative Solutions certificate, it must have teachers who have completed the two training modules listed below. Module 1 and Module 2 can be completed by different teachers in the same school.

[Translate to Englisch:] flex-based Learning Logo

Modul-1

University course "flex-based Learning"

  • For teachers of biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics and physics.
  • During the one-year online course, innovative teaching techniques from the flex-based learning program are taught and their use in one´s own teaching is tested.
  • During the course, theoretical inputs alternate with experimental online workshops. Teachers regularly reflect on their own teaching experiences in professional learning groups.
  • Year-round support and advice from didactic specialists in the natural sciences at the Upper Austrian University of Teacher Education ensure the success of the lessons.

 

[Translate to Englisch:] Eine Kugel zerschmettert ein Labyrinth

Modul-2

Seminar series "Innovative Problem Solving"

  • For teachers of all subjects at secondary level I and II.
  • In the seminar series, creativity techniques are presented, tested and their use in school is discussed. Techniques such as "Design Thinking" and "Dragon Dreaming" are also taught.
  • Teachers are enabled to find and implement creative solution ideas for concrete problems with teams of students.
  • The focus is on solving problems that are related to sustainable development, such as the "Sustainable Development Goals" set by the UN.
[Translate to Englisch:] Zertifikat SCS

Criteria for the certification of schools

The certificate can be obtained by all schools of secondary level I and II.

 

The following criteria apply:

  • Teachers at the school who have completed the modules "flex-based learning" and "innovative problem solving".
  • Implementation of STEM projects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) with innovative problem solving at regular intervals.
  • Making the projects visible in the school area (school homepage, etc.) as well as on the S.C.S. homepage.
  • The certificate is valid for 3 years and can then be reapplied for.

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Impressions and information from the flex-based learning course 2020