Emotional Intelligence, Resilience and Wellbeing: A Holistic Approach for Educators
Held in Barcelona, a hub for emotional intelligence expertise, this program integrates research-based approaches from positive psychology, mindfulness, and creative therapies. Designed for educators working with students aged 4–18, the course combines theory with hands-on activities, exploring music, art, and movement to foster resilience, emotional awareness, and positive communication. You will develop practical skills to enhance student well-being, fostering inclusive and engaging learning spaces that support social and emotional development.
What You’ll Learn:
Throughout this course, you’ll participate in practical sessions that emphasize emotional intelligence, resilience, and well-being in educational contexts. You will gain tools to foster emotional awareness, strengthen teacher-student relationships, and create emotionally responsive learning spaces.
- Explore evidence-based practices in mindfulness and positive psychology to support student engagement and well-being.
- Learn how to integrate creative therapies, such as music and art therapy, to develop emotional intelligence.
- Develop practical strategies for emotional regulation and awareness, promoting a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Strengthen communication techniques to enhance positive teacher-student relationships and collaboration among peers.
- Exchange experiences with educators across Europe, gaining new perspectives on emotional intelligence in different educational settings.
Course Highlights:
- Integrating Emotional Intelligence in Education: Discover innovative ways to embed emotional intelligence into everyday teaching practices, fostering resilience and self-awareness among students.
- Creative and Artistic Therapies: Gain hands-on experience with music, art, and movement-based techniques that support emotional well-being and student engagement.
- Mindfulness and Positive Psychology: Learn practical mindfulness techniques and psychological strategies to enhance student focus, emotional regulation, and classroom dynamics.
- Building Inclusive Learning Environments: Explore differentiated strategies to support diverse learning needs, including students in special education, by promoting an inclusive and emotionally supportive space.
- International Experience Exchange: Join a network of educators from across Europe, sharing insights, methods, and resources to enhance emotional intelligence practices in schools.
This course combines experiential learning, interactive projects, and collaborative discussions, equipping participants with the skills and confidence to integrate emotional intelligence and well-being strategies into their teaching. By the end of the program, you will have a concrete action plan and practical tools to foster a positive and supportive educational environment in your institution.
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Tickets
All tickets includes:
- Event materials
- Certificate of attendance
- School visits
- Admission to all sessions
Standard price
For standard registrations
Group price
Discounted price forgroups of 5 or more
By the end of this course, you will be equipped to:
- Integrate emotional intelligence and well-being into daily teaching
- Use mindfulness and positive psychology to boost student engagement
- Apply creative therapies like music and art for emotional growth
- Strengthen teacher-student relationships through inclusive communication
- Foster resilience and emotional awareness in diverse classrooms
This course is ideal for educators teaching children aged 4 – 18, including teachers, school leaders, and educational professionals interested in integrating well-being practices into their teaching.
Maria Del Monte is a Bachelor in Pedagogy and an Educational Psychologist specializing in neuropsychology of learning and language disorders. She is also a certified music therapist and mindfulness practitioner, with expertise in integrating arts and mindfulness techniques to enhance well-being in educational settings. Maria has extensive experience in both formal and non-formal education. She has worked as a primary and high school teacher, as well as an educational psychologist in both clinical and educational contexts. Over the past three years, she has served as a teacher trainer for Erasmus+ programs, focusing on strategies to foster well-being in the classroom. Her approach emphasizes the use of artistic and therapeutic methodologies to promote emotional and cognitive development. Maria is passionate about helping educators create inclusive, supportive, and enriching learning environments, leveraging innovative techniques to address the diverse needs of learners.
This is a provisional program.
Day 1, Sunday
Welcome and cultural exchange
Day 2, Monday
- Introduction to the course and external week activities.
- Icebreaker activities and participants presentations.
- Foundations on wellbeing, emotional intelligence and resilience
Day 3, Tuesday
Enhancing emotional intelligence
- The science of emotions
- Emotional awareness and emotional regulation.
- Developing emotional intelligence in the classroom
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Day 4, Wednesday
Mindfulness and compassion based therapies
- Introduction to mindfulness, its benefits, and guided mindfulness exercises.
- Explore compassion-focused therapy, loving-kindness meditation, and self compassion exercises.
- CBT therapy principles and mindfulness.
Day 5, Thursday
Building resilience in ourselves and in the classroom
- Approaches on resilience. Positive thinking, self-esteem.
- The importance of creativity for building resilience. Art and music therapy interventions.
- Positive communication for a positive environment
Day 6, Friday
Promoting positive relations and empathy.
- The science of empathy. Promoting empathy in the classroom.
- Assertive communication principles and activities.
- Gratitude activities
Day 7, Saturday
Course round up and external activities
- Course round up and implementation in own context.
- Awarding the certificate of attendance.
- Modernist route in Barcelona
