Our project aimed to achieve several key objectives. Firstly, we sought to promote international cooperation in education, leveraging the enthusiasm of stakeholders to learn, share, and innovate. By fostering collaboration, we aimed to unlock creativity and educational advancements while embracing the diversity of the European Union's education community. Additionally, recognizing the diverse impacts of climate change across Northern and Eastern Europe, we aimed to facilitate the exchange of experiences and knowledge. This included integrating various global phenomena into sustainability education, acknowledging the unique challenges faced by different regions. In Hungary, where sustainability education and innovative teaching methods like Phenomenon Based Learning (PhBL) are less established, our goal was to provide essential resources and training. Through professional development initiatives, we aimed to empower educators with the skills and confidence to implement PhBL effectively, thereby promoting sustainability education in schools. Ultimately, our project aimed to not only enhance the professional development of stakeholders but also contribute to long-term positive outcomes for both direct and indirect beneficiaries.
We applied for this project to address the pressing need for integrating sustainability education into public schooling, empowering students to combat climate change. Aligned with SDG 4.7, we aimed to equip learners with skills for sustainable development and global citizenship. Through phenomenon-based learning (PhBL), we empowered experienced teachers, bridging gaps in sustainability education. We addressed the need for teacher professional development by creating video materials on how to teach sustainability via PhBL, ensuring educators had practical resources to effectively implement innovative teaching methods. By collaborating internationally, especially between Hungarian and Finnish educators, we enhanced teaching methods and promoted intercultural exchange. Our goal was to empower students to make informed decisions, addressing the need for innovative problem-solvers and responsible global citizens. Funding this project ensured stakeholder development and long-term benefits for both direct and indirect beneficiaries.