Sustainability & Outdoor Education, Inclusion, European identity, Wellbeing
XPLOR ALGARVE: Outdoor Learning Across Erasmus+ Priorities
6 days
XPLOR Algarve is not just a course — it’s a transformative outdoor learning experience designed for teachers who want to engage students, innovate their practice and align fully with Erasmus+ priorities.
Led by Daniela Luz, this course combines powerful landscapes, hands-on activities and PIC’s innovative methodologies to help you teach differently — and more effectively.
✔ Learn by doing
✔ Teach through experience
✔ Bring real impact back to your school
All activities take place in stunning locations within 45 minutes of Ferragudo — maximum learning, zero wasted time.
Learning Outcomes
Participants to the course will learn to:
Confidently deliver outdoor learning experiences
Design project-based and engaging lessons
Integrate sustainability into any subject
Support student wellbeing through nature
Apply inclusive teaching strategies outdoors
Use digital tools in real-world contexts
Boost student motivation and participation
Programme
XPLOR ALGARVE: Outdoor Learning Across Erasmus+ Priorities
Monday | Kick-off & Methodology
Erasmus+ priorities made practical
PIC innovative teaching approach
Prepare for the outdoor experience
Tuesday | Sustainability in Action
Learn how to teach sustainability outdoors
Hands-on environmental activities
Turn nature into your teaching resource
Wednesday | Inclusion & Engagement
Inclusive outdoor strategies
Teamwork & participation techniques
Adapt activities for all learners
Thursday | Digital Innovation Outdoors
Use smartphones as learning tools
Create digital content in real environments
Blend tech with nature
Friday | Wellbeing & Motivation
Experience powerful learning moments
Boost engagement through emotion
Nature as a wellbeing tool
Saturday | Wrap-up & Certification
Share ideas & best practices
Plan implementation in your school
Receive your certificate
Materials, digital tools & other learning resources
Course participants will receive training and engage in exercises designed to develop their skills as trainers. The provision of additional materials or resources will be determined based on the course structure and the instructor’s approach to meeting the learning objectives
Course package content:
Services and activities included in the course package are those described above. Please note that accommodation, transport, and meals are not provided.
Cancellation & changes:
Common sense prevails when it comes to cancellations, which are analyzed on a case-by-case basis.