Associazione Eduimpact Italy

Topic / Theme

Applying educational coaching approaches to enhance learner motivation, autonomy, wellbeing and personalised learning. The course supports educators in transforming classroom practice through reflective dialogue, goal setting and relationship-based learning.

Sending partners

Educational organisations involved in formal, non-formal and informal learning: kindergartens, schools, VET providers, adult education centres, training organisations, resource centres, NGOs and other institutions active in the education and adult learning field, established in Erasmus+ programme countries.

Participants

20–25 adults involved in education.

Course fee

According to the Erasmus+ Programme Guide: 80 EUR per participant per training day, including course preparation, training delivery, training materials, organisational and administrative costs, and 24-hour emergency support during the mobility.

Trainers

A multinational team of trainers from Portugal, Romania, Spain, Greece, Cyprus, Italy and Poland, experienced in Erasmus+ training and international education, including collaboration with SALTO and training activities delivered in more than 15 European countries.

Languages used

Working language: English.
Training materials are provided in English. Upon request, support or materials may be available in Spanish or French, depending on the group composition.

Profile of the participants

The course is designed for teachers, school staff and adult trainers working in the sending organisation who are interested in learner-centred approaches and coaching strategies.

Participants:

  • Work with learners of different ages, abilities or backgrounds
  • May have previous experience or be beginners in educational coaching
  • Are interested in improving student motivation, responsibility and engagement
  • Are willing to actively participate in experiential activities, peer practice and reflective learning
  • Are open to intercultural exchange and sharing professional practices
  • Are motivated to implement coaching strategies and to engage in preparatory and follow-up activities
  • Aim to strengthen the European dimension of their institution through innovative and inclusive practices

Objectives

  • Understand the principles and role of coaching in educational contexts
  • Develop active listening, questioning and feedback skills
  • Support students in goal setting, reflection and self-regulation
  • Strengthen trust-based teacher–student relationships
  • Improve classroom climate, engagement and learner responsibility
  • Integrate coaching techniques into daily teaching practice
  • Develop an implementation plan for classroom or institutional use

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Apply coaching techniques such as active listening and powerful questioning in classroom interactions
  • Facilitate learner goal setting and reflective learning processes
  • Use coaching conversations to support motivation, confidence and autonomy
  • Adapt coaching strategies for diverse learners and inclusive environments
  • Manage challenging conversations in a constructive and supportive way
  • Integrate short coaching moments into lessons, mentoring or guidance activities
  • Design and implement a practical coaching action plan in their institution
  • Reflect on their professional role as facilitators of learning and development

Daily Programme

Day 1 – Coaching mindset in education

  • Introductions, expectations and group-building activities
  • From teaching to facilitating learning: the coaching approach
  • Self-awareness: personal teaching style and beliefs
  • Building trust and psychological safety
  • Reflection on learner autonomy and responsibility

Day 2 – Communication for coaching

  • Levels of listening and empathy exercises
  • Open and powerful questioning techniques
  • Non-verbal communication and presence
  • Micro-coaching practice in pairs
  • Feedback and reflection

Day 3 – Motivation and goal setting

  • Intrinsic motivation and growth mindset
  • Goal-setting models (SMART, GROW) applied to learning
  • Coaching conversations for academic and personal development
  • Case studies: disengaged or low-confidence learners
  • Peer coaching practice

Day 4 – Coaching for inclusion and wellbeing

  • Supporting diverse learners through individual coaching conversations
  • Emotional awareness and resilience strategies
  • Managing difficult conversations with students
  • Coaching for group dynamics and classroom climate
  • Reflection circle

Day 5 – Integration and sustainability

  • Embedding coaching into lessons and school routines
  • Developing personal implementation plans
  • Presentation of action plans and peer feedback
  • Evaluating impact on engagement and learning
  • Course evaluation, certification and closing reflection