The training unit, developed in the Pestalozzi Programme in the Education for the prevention of violence at schools (VIO) module, consists of five activities, including an evaluation session for an initial and in-service training.
The five suggested contact activities explore the topic of “violence”. They cover: the definition of violence; the role of teachers in developing and maintaining a violent environment; the refusal to use power is not the same as abdicating; sharing responsibility with students; teacher portraits.
Participants use mapping, role play and problem-solving to understand which reactions and attitudes contribute to maintaining a violent school climate. They also learn the means and approaches that could help them overcome anger and burn out, as well as intervene in a democratic and human way.
To cite this resource: Baeva, G. (2012). Teacher’s Responsibility for a Non violent Learning Environment. In Council of Europe Pestalozzi Programme Training Units.
