This training unit was prepared for teacher trainers but can be easily adapted to be used in a classroom environment as well. It can be used to raise awareness of competences described in the Model of Competences for Democratic Culture as well as to develop conflict resolution skills in a school context. In general, this unit fosters openess and the development of positive attitudes towards cultural diversity, interest in learning and critical understanding of language and communication.
This resource uses individual and group work methods, poster design and plenary discussions among participants.
It can be used in training and classroom environments introducing the Competences for Democratic Culture model in reference to conflict resolution. It allows participants to identify and reflect on reasons for conflict behaviour and invites them to develop resolution models based on democratic values.
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To cite this resource: Kwiatkowski, M. (2017, November). Strengthening Education for Democracy (STED) Effective participation in a culture of democracy in a diverse school context [PDF]. Strasbourg: The Pestalozzi Programme, Council of Europe, Training Programme for Education Professionals.
