Soft Skills for the 21st Century: 4Cs – Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity

Third-party on-site course

Soft Skills for the 21st Century: 4Cs – Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity

After this course, you’ll never teach the same way again.

Last updated: 28.03.2025

Next upcoming session:

11.05.2025 - 17.05.2025

Iceland , Höfuðborgarsvæðið , Reykjavik

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Description

Developing our students’ soft skills has never been more important. Research has shown that developing team work and collaboration, communication, creative thinking, and problem-solving not only improves academic success but is necessary for success across all aspects of life.

While hard skills prepare students for their jobs, soft skills prepare them for life. This is why they are key competences for nowadays’ learners. This course will equip participants with necessary tools to motivate and engage their students. They will learn how to use storytelling as a fun, stimulative strategy.

The course is highly interactive and developed through a series of practical workshops with a learning-by-doing approach. The participants will learn how to tackle disinformation and promote critical thinking. They will learn how to use digital tools to foster communication and evaluate arguments.

Special emphasis will be placed on the importance of student-centred activities in project-based lea

Learning objectives

The course will help the participants to:

Explore skills and techniques for modern educators
Integrate holistic learning approach
Develop critical thinking skills of their students and learn how to tackle disinformation
Stimulate communication skills and encourage debates
incorporate digital tools to promote critical and creative thinking
Use effectively project-based learning to develop soft skills
Engage and motivate all students through drama-based activities
Foster collaboration and team work
Boost creativity, presentation skills and communication with Storytelling

Methodology & assessment

To obtain the Certificate of Attendance at the end of the course, participants must attend at least 80 % of the classes.

Materials, digital tools & other learning resources

While bringing a laptop or tablet is not mandatory, it may be beneficial for participants. All other necessary materials and resources are provided by our teacher training center to support a productive learning experience.

Certification details

To obtain the Certificate of Attendance at the end of the course, participants must attend at least 80 % of the classes.
Upon completion of the course Platform21 issues Europass mobility document.

Pricing, packages and other information

Price:

560

Euro
Course package content:
- Costs included and covered by the course package:
  We support our participants at every stage of their Erasmus+ journey, from assistance with grant applications to guidance on finalizing documentation.
- Certification:
  📄 Certificate of Attendance
  📄 Europass Mobility Certificate
  📄 Learning Agreement
- Additional Benefits:
- - Comprehensive course materials provided during and after the program for seamless dissemination and ongoing use
- - Refreshing coffee breaks
- A guided cultural walking tour

Note: Accommod
Additional information:

Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
Cancellation & changes:

Cancellation by the Participant:

Cancellations made within 30 days of the course start date are non-refundable. However, participants may transfer their registration to another individual or apply the paid amount toward another confirmed course date within one year.

Changes by the Participant:
Changes to the selected course date may be requested up to 30 days before the course start date, subject to availability and an administrative fee.

Force Majeure:
In cases of unforeseen circumstances (force ma
Additional information:

The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).

Additional information

Language:

English
Target audience ISCED:

Primary education (ISCED 1)

Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)

Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
Target audience type:

Teacher

Head Teacher / Principal

Teacher Educator
Learning time:

25 hours or more