This course aims to empower educators with strategies to create Zero Waste Classrooms, contributing to a more sustainable future. Aligned with the goals of the European Green Deal and the 2021-2027 Erasmus Programme, the course emphasizes sustainability and teaches how to integrate zero waste principles into everyday classroom practices. Participants will learn to implement waste reduction, recycling, upcycling, and encourage eco-friendly behaviors in the classroom. The course also aims to raise awareness of environmental sustainability and help educators develop practical projects that can be transferred to various school settings.

Course Methodology

The course follows an activity-based, hands-on, and collaborative methodology. Participants will engage in project-based learning, creating sustainability-focused projects that promote zero waste in classrooms. Throughout the course, digital tools will be integrated to support educators in tracking and assessing the effectiveness of their sustainable practices. Educators will work in groups to share ideas and develop strategies that can be easily applied in their teaching environments. The focus will be on practical applications that promote sustainable education.

• To teach educators how to integrate Zero Waste principles into their classrooms.
• To promote sustainable education through recycling, upcycling, and eco-friendly practices.
• To use digital tools for tracking and promoting sustainability in education.
• To encourage the development of collaborative projects that focus on reducing waste in schools.