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2021-1-MT01-KA153-YOU-0000113852021Mobility of youth workersfinalized
Countries: MT|EL|TR|EE|CY|SK|PT|LT · Grant: €23,358
EmployabilityYouth employabilityDigital skills and competences

Objectives

We know the importance of digital technology in our world and we also know how this can support the youth that we work with. Through different support methods we can help our youth seek employment, believe in themselves and their strengths and be able to overcome their fears. This Training Course was designed for youth workers and youth leaders that are interested in technology and interfacing. During this training we used the well-established Lego kit, Lego Mindstorms Education EV3 set. In this particular training we familiarized ourselves with the intelligent EV3 Brick and assorted sensors and motors. Through this they learnt how to control the Driving Base and trigger events based on input from the selected sensors and get the fundamentals of more complex topics, such as programming loop, arrays, data wires, switches and much more. The aim of this course was to give the individuals the knowledge that they needed to manipulate the hardware and software components that made up the Robot Educator Content Pack and Lego Mindstorms Education Software. The outcome after this training the participants evolved in: Teamwork and Social Skills, Communication and Language skills Lowering Anxiety and Stress, Problem solving, Mathematics and Spatial Awareness, Creativity and Experimentation, Physical Development, Perseverance and Management of Frustrations, Self-Confidence, Patience, Focus and Concentration. Working methods: During the training course the themes approached in workshops and smaller work groups. We made sure that the participants were able to express their opinions and themselves through activities that are varied and interactive and relied upon the abilities and strengths of the participants. We paid attention that all of the participants would be able to express their opinion and share ideas in accordance with their language competencies. In the group work we used methods that energised and motivated everyone. We always started with some motivating activities such a video or a case study or a role play, so everyone even those who have some lower language level to tell their opinions and then move to talking in front of bigger groups. The chosen methods was: non formal learning approaches using simulations, role plays, energizers, reflections/debriefing, case studies/hands on designing. The basics of our methodologies are active co-operative learning combining experience and theory implementation. This way we defined our methods: learning by games, round-table conference, moderated discussions, learning by doing, plenary sessions, interactive work based on advanced preparations, creative workshops with coaching. It is sometimes said that in international projects cultural stereotypes might affect the working procedure and the team spirit. The group leaders prepared the participants in advance for the possible conflicts and work on that the participants be tolerant and respectful with each other. The proposed games, workshops and discussions also served this purpose as the participants were able to spend long time with mixed groups. We also organised cultural evenings where promoters have the opportunity to show aspects of their country, region and language. This enhanced the acceptance and enforce social inclusion in practice.

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