Collaborative Learning Expedition' 2020

OBJECTIVE (Intensive and Comprehensive Learning Program)

The primary objective of the learning expedition is to create an Indiacentric Implementation plan of adaptable strengths of the Finnish Education System.

The 30-member delegation will study, observe, and discuss various aspects of the Finnish Education System and jointly prepare the implementation plan which will be circulated to all the 300+ members of ICSL.

LEARNING ELEMENTS (Join a Learning Experience of a Lifetime!)

• Focused Discussion Presentations by Experts From National Education Agency and University of Helsinki
• ​5 School Visits covering 5 school leadership domains | Principal’s Presentation, Classroom observation, Discussions with Students, Teachers and Parents
• Delegate Round Table Sessions to Consolidate and Synthesize Learning | 2 hours end of day session to consolidate learnings, 4 hours end of expedition session to prepare India Implementation Plan.
• Full Day Visit to Huereka Science Center | Get amazed and inspired by an overwhelming collection of scientific experiments and experiences to build scientific temper

LEARNING BY EXPERTS

• Finnish Education System -Structure, National Curriculum Policy 2016, Historical and Social Influences
• Teacher Recruitment and Training
• Pedagogical Approach in Finnish Schools
• Assessment in Finnish Schools

LEARNINGS THROUGH SCHOOL VISITS

School In Action

Principal's Presentation [30 mins]

School Observation [30 mins]

Take a tour of the school to observe the environment and culture of the school. This may involve observing:

• The space and infrastructure
• Classrooms, labs, music rooms, gym, corridors, play areas
• Body language of students as they interact with peers or teachers

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Student Interaction [30 mins]

2 groups of 7 delegates each will interact with 5-6 students to understand their perspective on the environment and culture of their school. Specifically, we are seeking their perspectives on aspects covered in the presentation or observed during the school tour.

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Teacher Interaction [30 mins]

2 groups of 7 delegates each will Interact with 2-3 teachers to understand their perspective on the environment and culture of the school. Specifically, we are seeking their perspectives on aspects covered in the presentation or observed during the school tour.

LEARNINGS THROUGH DISCUSSIONS

Program Wrap-up and India Implementation Plan 

This is by far the most crucial segment of the learning expedition. During this session, we will analyze and synthesize our learning and experiences to create an actionable implementation plan for our schools. 

The session flow will be as follows:

• Group level discussions to identify 3-4 actionable points in each of the 5 leadership domains; [60 mins]
• Group presentations [60 mins]
• Discussions and Deliberations [60 mins]·
• Final list of action points with outline of implementation plan [60 mins] 

HEUREKA SCIENCE CENTER

“Science in action” is the best way to describe HSC. It is a collection of scientific installations, activities, and experiments that will bring out the scientific temper in every individual irrespective of their age. You can record videos or take photos to capture ideas that you may want to implement in your school. 

ITINERARY

Sunday, 24th May 2020

Departure from Delhi Airport

Arrival at Vantaa Airport, Helsinki

Transport to Hotel & Check-in

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Monday, 25th May 2020

9:00 AM       Workshops with experts

11:00 AM     Lunch

12:00 PM     Workshop continues

4:00 PM       Round Table 1: Learnings from Workshop

6:00 PM       Leisure time

7:30 PM       Dinner

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Tuesday, 26th May 2020

8:30 AM       School Visit 1

11:00 AM     Lunch at School 1

12:00 PM     School Visit 2

4:00 PM       Round Table 2: Learnings from school visits of the day

6:00 PM       Leisure time

7:30 PM       Dinner

Wednesday, 27th May 2020

8:30 AM      School Visit 3

11:00 AM    Lunch at School 3

12:00 PM    School Visit 4

4:00 PM      Round Table 3: Learnings from school visits of the day

6:00 PM      Leisure time

7:30 PM      Dinner

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Thursday, 28th May 2020

8:30 AM       School Visit 5

11:00 AM     Lunch at School 5

12:00 PM     Round Table 4: India Implementation Plan

6:00 PM       Leisure time / City Tour followed by Dinne

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Friday, 29th May 2020

10:00 AM     Huereka Science Center

4:00 PM       Leisure time

6:00 PM       Leave for Airport

Terms and Conditions:

• Delhi-Helsinki-Delhi Economy Class Air Ticket 
• Double Occupancy Accommodation at Holiday Inn, Vantaa, Helsinki [To upgrade to single occupancy, add Rs. 12000] 
• Local Transport, City Tour, All Meals 
• Expert Fees, School Visit Fees 
• Heureka Visit Fee 
• Venue Rentals for Round Tables 
• The fee does not include Visa fee.