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Here’s how we plan to introduce Green EduLARP into schools:

Familiarizing Teachers: We’ll start with smaller initiatives to show teachers the benefits of role-playing in education.

Emphasizing Broader Goals: We’re not just about learning facts, but fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and experiential learning.

Disseminating Information: Catch us at educational conferences like SETT fair, in teachers’ magazines, and through professional unions.

Nature Education Collaboration: We’re teaming up with Naturskoleföreningen to bring nature education to life.

Role-playing Professionals: Working with experts to build a strong theoretical basis for Green EduLARP.

Environmental Goals: Aligning with Agenda 2030 to make a real impact on our planet.

Investigative Role-playing: Exploring collaborations with cultural schools for immersive learning experiences.

Together, let’s revolutionize environmental education!

At GreenEdularp, we believe in the transformative power of immersive learning experiences. By engaging students in role-playing scenarios, we prepare them to tackle real-world environmental challenges. Here’s how playing a role in GreenEdularp compares to playing a part in changing the world.

Safe Experimentation and Creativity

GreenEdularp: In a controlled environment, students can experiment with decisions and see immediate consequences without real-world risks. This encourages creative problem-solving and innovation.

Real-World Change: Creativity and innovation are essential for addressing complex, real-world problems. Actions require careful consideration, planning, and sustained effort to achieve long-term impact.

GreenEdularp offers a foundation for students to learn, experiment, and develop essential skills in a safe setting. These experiences prepare them for real-world challenges, where they can apply their knowledge and creativity to make a tangible impact. By bridging immersive learning and real-world action, we empower the next generation to actively participate in creating a sustainable future.

Teachers are essential to shaping the minds of future generations, and respecting their time and expertise is crucial for effective education. Acknowledging their professional training and continuous development ensures that their insights and teaching methods are valued. By minimizing administrative burdens and non-teaching duties, we allow teachers to focus on lesson planning, student engagement, and personalized support.

Respecting teachers’ time also promotes their well-being, preventing burnout and maintaining their passion for teaching. This respect leads to better student outcomes, as teachers can create engaging and effective learning environments. A culture of respect fosters collaboration and a positive school environment, empowering teachers to innovate and build strong relationships with their students.

Ultimately, valuing teachers’ time and competence enhances the quality of education and creates a supportive, dynamic learning atmosphere. Let’s commit to recognizing and respecting the vital role of teachers in shaping our future.

Exciting News! Greece’s first multiplier event for the Gel Erasmus + Project is here! On Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 an experiential event took place with the participation of primary and secondary educators , as well as school counselors from Thessaloniki. ✎Participants engaged in and experienced all the steps of the GreenEdularp methodology.

They laughed, they learned, they communicated, and they felt creative!

On April 4th, 2024, the halls of Szkoła Podstawowa im. Marii Wójcik w Krępcu buzzed with excitement as students embarked on another immersive GreenEduLARP adventure. This hands-on educational experience brought environmental science to life through a Live Action Role-Playing (LARP) game, engaging students in a dynamic and interactive learning process.

The Journey Through All Phases

From the initial introduction to the final debriefing, students dove headfirst into their roles, fully embracing the characters and scenarios designed to teach them about environmental conservation. Each phase of the GreenEduLARP was carefully crafted to offer a blend of education and entertainment, ensuring that students not only learned valuable lessons but also had a great time.

We are excited to share that our work with EduLARP continues to thrive, and this time, we have successfully integrated this innovative method into our Polish Language and Literature classes. The experience was nothing short of amazing.

EduLARP, or Educational Live Action Role-Playing, allows students to immerse themselves in their learning by taking on roles and acting out scenarios relevant to the subject matter. This hands-on approach not only makes learning more engaging but also deepens students’ understanding and retention of the material.

We invite you to see a glimpse of this incredible journey by visiting our Facebook page. Witness the enthusiasm and engagement of our students as they dive into the world of Polish Language and Literature through EduLARP.

On March 20th, the second conference disseminating the results of the Erasmus+ program took place in Świdnik. Among the participants was Szkoła Podstawowa im. Marii Wójcik w Krępcu. We had the wonderful opportunity to present our EduLARP method and our project, GreenEduLARP.

The conference provided a platform to share our innovative approach to education, demonstrating how GreenEduLARP integrates environmental education with engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Presenting our project to a wider audience was incredibly uplifting and reaffirmed the value of our efforts.

The positive feedback and interest from fellow educators and attendees were inspiring. It was a chance to connect with others who are passionate about educational innovation and sustainability, and to exchange ideas on how to further enhance learning experiences for students.

Participating in this conference was not only a proud moment for our school but also a significant step in spreading the impact of our project. We are excited about the future and the possibilities that lie ahead as we continue to promote and implement GreenEduLARP.

Thank you to everyone who supported and encouraged us. We look forward to many more opportunities to share our work and inspire others in the field of education.

Are you ready to ignite your students’ passion for learning through an exciting educational adventure? Look no further than GreenEduLARP! Our immersive Live Action Role-Playing games bring the curriculum to life, offering an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about environmental conservation.

Our comprehensive guide will show you how to seamlessly integrate these innovative games into your curriculum, complete with free lesson plans designed to enhance your teaching experience and inspire your students. 🌿💻

Watch our introduction video and discover the steps to implement GreenEduLARP games in your classroom.

In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, the need for a well-crafted strategy has never been more critical. At GreenEdularp, our commitment to innovative and impactful education drives us to continually refine our approach. Here’s why a good strategy is essential for the success of educational projects like ours.

1. Clear Vision and Objectives

A good strategy begins with a clear vision and well-defined objectives. For GreenEdularp, our goal is to combine immersive learning with environmental education. A strategic approach ensures that every activity, lesson, and resource aligns with this vision, providing a cohesive and focused educational experience.

2. Adaptability and Flexibility

The educational environment is dynamic, often requiring swift adaptations to new challenges or opportunities. A solid strategy provides a framework that is flexible enough to accommodate changes while maintaining the integrity and objectives of the project. This adaptability is crucial for responding to feedback, integrating new technologies, and staying relevant.

3. Long-Term Sustainability

A strategic approach ensures the long-term sustainability of educational projects. By planning for future growth and potential challenges, we can create a roadmap that guides the project beyond its initial implementation. This foresight helps us to not only achieve immediate goals but also build a foundation for lasting impact.

Conclusion

With GreenEdularp, we believe that a good strategy is the cornerstone of successful educational initiatives. It provides direction, ensures efficient use of resources, fosters collaboration, and allows for adaptability. Most importantly, it enables us to measure our success and plan for a sustainable future. As we continue to develop and refine our projects, our strategic approach remains our guiding force, driving us towards a greener, more informed world.

Together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future for the next generation.

In the first trimester of 2024, piloting activities taking place in the 43rd primary school of Thessaloniki, Greece, have been completed with excitement. Stimmuli for Social Change, has been invited to the school in different phases of the programme. Stimmuli has offered an informal presentation of the programme to interested teachers of the school. Mrs. Konstantina Mistakidou, one of the schools’ teachers who had participated in the GEL teacher’s training programme in Poland, ran the pilot implementation within her class of 6th grade (11-12 years old students). 

Since the beginning the project was embraced by the students with excitement, anticipation but also with wonder from some of the students. The programme has been taking place for a period of 2 months, and with 22 students taking part in it. The scenario created and played by students, was related to many different topics of the national curriculum, with its main topic being social and environmental aspects. The game play has as background an island, while the 4 different group of roles consists of the native people of the island, the native animals, the native oceanic fauna, and finally a group of “outsiders” who arrive in the island after their vacation ship got a problem nearby. 

The students had a previous experience with LARPing, which led to quick preparations and deeper understanding of the methodology, and leaving more time for engagement, game-play and fun. 

World building phase