The IA-MOOC, a training course designed to promote school inclusion and foster digital transformation is Completed and Opened for pilot.
The 14-unit MOOC course of the IA-ME project was completed at the end of December 2024. Its self-study modules are designed to provide experience-based knowledge for all non-SEN teachers to provide the best possible learning opportunities for pupils with special learning needs in their daily teaching practice, matching their abilities. The training materials are available in 6 languages on the IA-ME project portal: IA-ME MOOC
The MOOC courses cover the following topics
MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO SEN EDUCATION AND APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES
- UNIT 1: Special Education Needs Education
- UNIT 2: The IA-CREATE web application
MODULE 2: MENTAL DISABILITIES OF YOUNG PEOPLE
- UNIT 1: Pedagogical framework for individuals with mental disabilities
- UNIT 2: Learning technologies for individuals with mental disabilities
MODULE 3: EDUCATION NEEDS OF THE TEACHERS
- UNIT 1: The basic knowledge needs of mainstream teachers about Special education Needs focused on inclusive education.
- UNIT 2: Learning needs of specialist knowledge and experiences sharing network – the CoP
MODULE 4: CREATIVITY, EDUCATION, AND SEN INCLUSION IN NON-FORMAL CONTEXTS THROUGH CODING AND EDUCATIONAL ROBOTICS
- UNIT 1: Inclusion in non-formal educational context through coding and robotics
- UNIT 2: Creativity through coding and robotics (tips and tricks)
MODULE 5: SEN IN FORMAL CONTEXTS AND INCLUSION ASPECTS
- UNIT 1: SEN in formal context and inclusion aspects
- UNIT 2: SEN inclusion practices
MODULE 6: TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED LEARNING
- UNIT 1: The three forms of extended reality
- UNIT 2: Learning technologies for individuals with special educational needs
MODULE 7: PSYCHOLOGICAL NEEDS OF VULNERABLE GROUPS
- UNIT 1: Vulnerable groups
- UNIT 2: Action plans for the psychological needs of vulnerable groups
We welcome all teachers interested in piloting the modules. Please share your feedback on the training material. We are particularly interested to hear what you think about the practical usefulness and applicability of what is covered so that we can offer useful and enjoyable training for all.