Erasmus+ Training Course "Method Yourself" in El Escorial, Spain (Fully Funded)

Open call for 20 participants from EU countries to join the training course "Method Yourself" which is an ideal opportunity for youth workers and young leaders to learn about the non-formal education methods and techniques such as energizers,  team-buildings, debate techniques, etc. This training course is organised by ASOCIACION JENF and co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union.

About the training 

Participants will acquire knowledge and develop skills related to non-formal methodologies. Initially, the organisers will distinguish between formal, non-formal, and informal methods, highlighting the potential applications and the benefits of integrating elements from all three. Subsequently, participants will delve into various methods, including team-building exercises, energisers, debriefings, debate techniques, educational techniques, gamification, and other elements that can enhance non-formal sessions or activities. The organisers aim to provide a clear understanding of each method, its uses, suitable situations and contexts, potential risks, execution, and leadership. Most of the time will be dedicated to practical application, exploring specific examples. By the end of the project, participants will create a portfolio containing numerous examples of different session types. Additionally, there will be opportunities for networking, sharing best practices, intercultural activities, and exploring the local area through potential visits, such as to a monastery, hiking, or a party day.

Eligibility | Who can apply?

- Participants must be over 18 years old and living in one of EU countries.

- Holding the European Health Card (or similar insurance)

- Able to complete minor dissemination tasks assigned to participants.

- Able to consent to the use of images in which you appear, taken during the mobility, for legitimate project purposes (dissemination, publication of results, etc.).

- the expected profiles are:

•  Erasmus+ facilitators and youth workers
• Teachers and instructors
• Social workers
• Sport trainers
• People who want to become the previous profiles
• People who want to get trained in non-formal methods

Expenses and Benefits

- The accommodation will be at the youth hostel "Albergue Juvenil el Escorial" in San Lorenzo del Escorial, a beautiful town near Madrid.

- Participants will be assigned in rooms of 2 with private bathroom., big dinner room, outside terrace, cozy living room, activity / games room, etc.

-  Food will be served in the accommodation and includes (breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee breaks).

- To be celebrated first night, participants from each country must coordinate to bring typical food from their country.

- Your international travel expenses will be reimbursed according to the distance between your home and Spain according to the following limits:

• for travel distance between 1 and 99 km: 23 EUR / person
• for travel distance between 100 and 499 km: 180 EUR / person
• for travel distance between 500 and 1999 km: 275 EUR / person
• for travel distance between 2000 and 2999 km: 360 EUR / person
• for travel distance between 3000 and 3999 km: 360 EUR / person
• Calculate your budget from HERE

• IMPORTANT: keep all your travel documents! Online boarding passes and tickets for reimbursements. No documents = No reimbursement!
• IMPORTANT: Please send your travel proposition per e-mail to the organisers and wait for their confirmation before purchasing your tickets!

- Participants are entitled to receive a YouthPass certificate after the project where you are expected to self-assess your own learning and you can add it to your CV.

Travel rules to get the full reimbursements :

- 2nd class ticket is mandatory.

- Transfer by Taxi/Uber is not eligible for reimbursement unless previously authorised.

- Seat allocation is not eligible for reimbursement.

- Blablacar (or similar) is allowed as means of transport. Keep the invoice.

- Buy the flights directly to the airline. Don ’t buy through Kiwi, Edreams, etc.

- When you buy flights, click on basic fare. Add the baggage afterwards. It’s usually cheaper than adding it from the first moment in a better fare.

What to Bring?

- Typical food from your country will be served during the coffee breaks as intercultural snacks. Coordinate with your fellow country-mates to bring a variety of items. Two items per person should be sufficient.

- A reusable bottle of water.

- Laptop.

- A towel for the shower (very important). In general, bring comfortable clothes.

Note: There is washing machine in the accommodation

Note: Use your youth card <26 in trains or buses in Spain for discount.

Timeline

Application deadline: 30th of July, 2024

Selection result: 31st of July, 2024

Arrival day: 20th of September 2024

Departure day: 27th of September 2024

How to apply

to apply, you just need to fill in this application form no later than 30th of July, 2024.

More Details

for more details about the project, check the info-pack from HERE

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