Increasing Participation of Refugees in European schools

This course equips teachers and youth workers with the essential skills to create inclusive, supportive classrooms for refugee and newly arrived students. Through seven comprehensive modules, participants will explore key aspects of refugee inclusion: inclusive teaching practices, cultural sensitivity, conflict resolution, psychosocial support, adaptability, community building, and innovative teaching methods.

By mastering these areas, you will gain the knowledge and confidence to reduce stress, strengthen belonging, and foster resilience in diverse learning environments. Each unit provides practical, bite-sized tools—from classroom routines and empathy-building activities to flexible teaching strategies and peer support structures—that can be applied immediately.

Whether you are welcoming refugee students for the first time or seeking to deepen your inclusive practice, this course empowers you to build classrooms where every learner feels safe, valued, and ready to thrive.

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Story of the Partnership and Purpose of the Course

The REFINC partnership began with a simple question: how can schools become places where every child—especially those forced to leave their homes—feels safe and ready to learn?

Across Europe, seven organisations came together, each bringing their own piece of the puzzle. A Spanish school rooted in strong values, a Bosnian teacher-training centre with hands-on experience in refugee education, a Slovenian SME shaping digital tools, a Portuguese hub full of creativity and evaluation know-how, a Polish foundation pushing innovative teacher methods, and a Serbian organisation adapting its unique learning approach for vulnerable children. At the centre, LIFE4YOU in Slovenia, turning all these ideas into accessible, bite-sized e-learning for teachers.

What unites them is more than expertise—it’s heart. Together they believe inclusion is not a theory, but a daily practice: greeting students warmly, making routines predictable, teaching empathy, and giving every child a voice.

REFINC is more than a project. It’s a shared journey to make classrooms across Europe places of belonging, resilience, and hope.

This course is designed to empower participants to become dynamic leaders in the digital space. By providing essential skills in financial management, digital citizenship, civic engagement, and entrepreneurial innovation, the course ensures that young leaders are prepared to make meaningful contributions to their communities. It equips them with the knowledge to excel in virtual environments, fostering the next generation of leaders ready to take on the challenges of a digital future.

Partners of the project

Colegio Virgen de La Rosa – Spain 🇪🇸

Edukopro – Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦

SMART IDEA – Slovenia 🇸🇮

JumpIN Hub – Portugal 🇵🇹

LIFE4YOU – Slovenia 🇸🇮

Fundacja Ornament – Poland 🇵🇱

NTC (Nikola Tesla Center) – Serbia 🇷🇸

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REFINC ERASMUS+ FREE COURSE

This course is offered completely free of charge, thanks to the generous support of the Erasmus+ program. Co-funded by Erasmus+, the course aims to provide accessible learning opportunities to young people, removing financial barriers that might otherwise prevent participation. By offering this course at no cost, we ensure that everyone, regardless of their financial situation, has the chance to develop the skills necessary to become a dynamic leader in the digital world.

Erasmus+ is dedicated to empower and support educational initiatives across Europe. With their co-funding, we can make this high-quality course available to all participants, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunities in leadership development.

Course curriculum

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INTRODUCTION
- INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE
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Module 1- INCLUSIVE TEACHING PRACTICES
- INTRODUCTION
- UNIT 1: Culturally Responsive Teaching
- UNIT 2: Inclusive Classroom Environment
- UNIT 3: Accessibility and Assistive Technologies
- CONCLUSION
3

MODULE 2: Cultural Sensitivity
- INTRODUCTION
- UNIT 1: Understanding Refugee Students
- UNIT 2:Creating a Multicultural Classroom
- UNIT 3: Respecting Our Differences
- CONCLUSION
4

MODULE 3: Conflict Resolution and Mediation
- INTRODUCTION
- UNIT 1: Empathy in Conflict Situations
- UNIT 2: Building Trust and Rapport
- UNIT 3: Active Listening Skills
- CONCLUSION
5

MODULE 4: Psychosocial Support and Wellbeing
- INTRODUCTION
- UNIT 1: Creating Emotional Safety with Routines and Check‑ins
- UNIT 2:Emotion Regulation Toolbox (Breathing, Grounding, Movement)
- UNIT 3: Peer Support and Help‑Seeking Pathways
- CONCLUSION
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MODULE 5: Adaptability and flexibility
- INTRODUCTION
- UNIT 1: Growth Mindset in Practice (Normalising “Not Yet”)
- UNIT 2: Flexible Instruction: Choice, Scaffolds, and Multiple Ways to Show Learning
- UNIT 3: Problem‑Solving Under Uncertainty (Plan‑Do‑Review)
- CONCLUSION
7

MODULE 6: Community Building and Integration
- INTRODUCTION
- UNIT 1: Introduction to Community Building and Integration
- UNIT 2: Peer Support and Integration
- CONCLUSION
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MODULE 7: Innovative and Engaging Teaching Methods
- INTRODUCTION
- UNIT 1: Project-Based Learning (PBL)
- UNIT 2: Designing and implementing effective teacher training programs
- UNIT 3: Flipped Classroom Model
- CONCLUSION