Reducing Early School Leaving Course

Learning Objectives

• Understand the reasons behind early school leaving and its impact on students and society.
• Identify risk factors and early warning signs of potential dropouts.
• Learn strategies to create a supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Develop skills in mentoring and counseling to support at-risk students.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement preventive measures and interventions.

Methodology and Implementation

● Research and Data Analysis: Reviewing statistical data and research on early school leaving trends and demographics.

● Case Studies and Best Practices: Analyzing successful interventions and case studies from different educational contexts.

● Role-Playing and Simulations: Practicing counseling and intervention scenarios to develop empathy and skills.

● Workshops and Group Discussions: Facilitating interactive sessions to brainstorm solutions and share experiences.

● Guest Speakers: Inviting experts and former students to share their experiences and insights.

● Field Visits: Observing alternative education programs or dropout prevention initiatives in action.

Assessment Implementation

● Case Study Analysis: Evaluating case studies of successful dropout prevention programs.

● Portfolio Development: Compiling reflections, action plans, and intervention strategies.

● Peer Feedback: Providing constructive feedback on intervention plans and strategies.

● Final Project: Designing a comprehensive dropout prevention plan for a specific school or community

Daily Programme

Day 1: Understanding Early School Leaving

Morning Session:

• Welcome and Course Overview
• Overview of Early School Leaving: Causes and Consequences

Afternoon Session:

• Workshop: Identifying Risk Factors and Warning Signs
• Group Activity: Analyzing Case Studies of Dropout Scenarios

Day 2: Creating a Supportive School Environment

Morning Session:

• Seminar: Building Positive Relationships with Students
• Practical Activity: Role-Playing Scenarios for Counseling At-Risk Students

Afternoon Session:

• Workshop: Implementing Inclusive Practices and Support Systems
• Panel Discussion: Strategies for Engaging Parents and Guardians

Day 3: Intervention Strategies and Best Practices

Morning Session:

• Guest Speaker: Successful Dropout Prevention Programs
• Workshop: Developing Individualized Support Plans

Afternoon Session:

• Field Visit: Observing Dropout Prevention Initiatives in Local Schools
• Reflection and Discussion on Field Visit Findings

Day 4: Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

Morning Session:

• Seminar: Collaborating with Community Partners and Agencies
• Group Work: Designing a Dropout Prevention Action Plan

Afternoon Session:

• Peer Review: Presenting and Receiving Feedback on Action Plans
• Finalizing Action Plans for Implementation

Day 5: Implementation and Evaluation

Morning Session:

• Implementing Strategies: Role of Educators and School Leaders
• Monitoring and Adjusting Dropout Prevention Plans

Afternoon Session:

• Final Presentation: Sharing Implemented Strategies and Outcomes
• Closing Remarks and Course Evaluation