Local Training Courses Strengthen Educators in Germany, Croatia, and Estonia
In January and February of 2025, three impactful local training courses were successfully carried out in Germany, Croatia, and Estonia, gathering a total of 45 VET educators to advance their teaching practices in the fields of virtual assistance and digital entrepreneurship.
The initiative was coordinated by Youth Power Germany EV, with Pannonia Consulting (Croatia) and Learning Library OÜ (Estonia) as key partners.
Immersive and practice-based learning
The courses in Germany and Croatia took place in January, followed by the Estonian edition in February. Each was structured as an intensive five-day program combining interactive workshops, group discussions, role-playing, and reflection sessions. This immersive approach gave educators the opportunity to test new non-formal education methodologies, explore innovative mentoring systems, and exchange experiences with peers from across Europe.
Focus and objectives
The training series was designed to:
- Strengthen digital literacy and entrepreneurship skills among educators.
- Provide innovative tools and non-formal teaching techniques for virtual assistance.
- Foster a critical understanding of the digital economy and its opportunities for unemployed youth.
By engaging in real-life scenarios and collaborative learning, participants not only refined their pedagogical skills but also explored how to better prepare young people for the realities of the modern labour market.
Results and impact
Across all three countries, the activity achieved strong results:
- Educators gained advanced pedagogical skills tailored to non-formal education methods.
- Participants deepened their knowledge of digital entrepreneurship and virtual assistance.
- Educators practiced integrating the new curriculum into their teaching, enriching the learning experience for students.
- New teaching strategies were developed, customized to the needs of unemployed young people.
- Participants reported increased confidence and motivation to inspire and guide young learners toward self-employment and sustainable career paths.
The trainings demonstrated how cross-border collaboration and innovative methodologies can strengthen the capacity of educators to empower young people, turning digital challenges into opportunities for growth and inclusion.