Course Description
This 20-hour professional development course in Budapest offers an in-depth exploration of inclusive education with a focus on children with special educational needs (SEN), particularly visual impairments. Participants will gain insights into the Hungarian education system, inclusive teaching strategies, early intervention frameworks, and cross-sector collaboration. Through expert-led workshops, interactive discussions, and a site visit to the Institute of the Blind, participants will engage with evidence-based practices and European best-case examples. The course aims to strengthen educators’ and specialists’ capacity to foster inclusive learning environments and effectively support the diverse needs of all learners.
Target Group
Educators, SEN specialists, school leaders, support staff, and educational policy professionals interested in inclusive and special needs education.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will:
- Understand the structure and approach of the Hungarian education system, especially regarding SEN and visual impairment.
- Identify inclusive education principles and apply them in diverse educational settings.
- Gain familiarity with tools, techniques, and teaching strategies for supporting children with visual and other impairments.
- Explore effective early intervention models and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Critically examine best practices from Hungary and other European countries in inclusive education.
- Reflect on practical implementation through site visits and collaborative workshops.
Learning Programme and Tasks
Day |
Time |
Topic / Activity |
Format |
Day 1 |
09:00 – 10:15 |
Overview of the Hungarian Education System & SEN Frameworks |
Lecture & Q&A |
10:30 – 11:45 |
Principles of Inclusive Education & EU Policy Context |
Interactive Seminar |
|
12:00 – 13:00 |
Inclusion in Practice: European Best-Case Examples |
Case Study Discussion |
|
13:00 – 14:00 |
Group Reflection & Icebreaker Exchange of Experiences |
Facilitated Group Work |
|
Day 2 |
09:00 – 10:15 |
Education for Visually Impaired Children in Hungary |
Guest Speaker / Expert Talk |
10:30 – 11:45 |
Assessment & Early Identification of SEN |
Workshop |
|
12:00 – 13:00 |
Teaching Strategies & Support Tools for Visual Impairments |
Practical Demonstration |
|
13:00 – 14:00 |
Creating Inclusive Lesson Plans |
Group Work |
|
Day 3 |
09:00 – 12:00 |
Visit to the Institute of the Blind – Guided Tour, Classroom Observation, Discussion with Staff |
Site Visit |
12:00 – 14:00 |
Reflective Practice: Insights from the Visit |
Group Debrief & Application Exercise |
|
Day 4 |
09:00 – 10:15 |
Early Intervention & Interdisciplinary Collaboration |
Panel Discussion |
10:30 – 11:45 |
Leading Inclusive Change: Culture and School-wide Strategies |
Scenario-based Activity |
|
12:00 – 13:00 |
Inclusive Education Action Plan: From Theory to Practice |
Group Presentations |
|
13:00 – 14:00 |
Final Reflections, Q&A, and Certificate Ceremony |
Wrap-up & Networking |
Dates and Prices
| Language level: | English B1 and above* |
| Locations: | Budapest (Hungary) |
| Time: | 9 AM to 2:30 PM daily (extracurricular activities outside of learning activities) |
| Dates: | Budapest: 17-20 June 2025 (4 days, 20 lessons) |
| Price: | €350 (4 days) - including an extracurricular activity and a welcome lunch or dinner |
*The language of the course is English, linguistic aid may be provided for speakers of Hungarian with lower language abilities.
Conditions
The course complies with all rules as set in the Quality Standards of the Erasmus+ program. Extracurricular activities are in addition to the lessons, and study groups are international. Note: should the latter condition not be met, participants will be informed 40 days in advance.
Payment facilities: participants with funding from the actual year’s project budget may ask to request a deposit of EUR 100 to guarantee their places on the course and pay the rest of the fees later.
It is possible to take part in 2 consecutive courses, please book both separately. A price reduction of 15% will be applied.