25 – 29 May 2026 in Malaga (Spain), organised by Plus project European Academy.
Overview of the training
The training was a combination of the following elements.
- Overview of 21st Century Competencies, Global frameworks: OECD, P21, EU Key Competences, The 4Cs: Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking: Self-assessment & mapping skills
- Communication & Creativity in the Adult Learning Environment: Enhancing adult learner voice & active listening, Verbal & non-verbal communication tools, Fostering creativity: open tasks & design thinking, Storytelling, role-play & visual thinking
- Workshop: Redesign lesson for creativity & communication
- Critical Thinking & Collaboration: Inquiry-based & reflective learning, Questioning strategies & reasoning, Building adult learner collaboration, Cooperative learning & adult learning environment roles
- Digital Skills, Global Citizenship & Lifelong Learning: Digital literacy & responsible online behavior, Media literacy & evaluating sources, Embedding global citizenship & sustainability, Cultivating lifelong learning mindsets
Competences acquired
As result of the participation in this training experience, Christine Simone Egeler gained the following competences and professional skills:
- The ability to manage her own learning process and support the learning of others in adult education contexts.
- Reflective practice skills to evaluate and improve teaching and facilitation methods
- Adaptability and problem-solving skills in diverse learning environments
- Strengthened collaboration skills through group-based tasks and peer learning activities
- Improved self-awareness and responsibility in planning and delivering learner-centered activities
- Confidence in facilitating active and participatory learning processes
- A stronger understanding of how education supports active citizenship and social participation.
- Promoting democratic participation and active engagement in adult learning environments
- Integrating media literacy and critical thinking to support informed decision-making
- Encouraging respect for diversity, intercultural dialogue, and inclusive learning practices
- Applying collaborative methods that foster responsibility, cooperation, and community engagement
- Understanding the role of education in strengthening social cohesion and civic awareness