Erasmus course in Seville, Spain, for teachers
Apache Innovación is a vocational teacher training centre
TEACHING EXCELLENCE
The power of teachers to transform the multicultural diversity of immigrant students into integration and success
From a practical and realistic perspective, this course will provide strategies for educational excellence and highlight the key role of the teacher throughout the process.
We will have expert academics, with teachers who have received prestigious awards for their work as educators and testimonials of people who, after their migration process and overcoming barriers, have achieved professional success. You will learn how to become an ‘anchor’ teacher who prevents school dropouts, and how to turn the classroom into a space of positive role models.
This course promises to be an enriching platform for the exchange of knowledge and experiences and will undoubtedly contribute to strengthening teachers’ skills and creating successful educational environments. Welcome!
1st Edition: 11th to 15th May
2nd Edition: 19th to 23rd October
Seville, Spain - Enjoy Seville
But we will also complement your Erasmus experience with excursions and activities that will allow us to enjoy the excellences of the island where we are.
Seville is a vibrant city, full of history, art and Andalusian passion. Cradle of flamenco and famous for its monumental architecture, it enchants with its light, its people and its gastronomy. Strolling through its streets is like traveling between cultures and eras. An essential destination for those seeking authenticity and beauty in every corner.
Plaza de España
Archivo de Indias
The Pursuit of Teaching Excellence
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Teaching excellence goes beyond pedagogical mastery; it is the art of creating an environment where both potential and passion are unlocked. In today’s educational landscape, an excellent teacher is one who continuously evolves, moving past traditional instruction to embrace a leadership role within the classroom. This course focuses on refining those high-level competencies that distinguish outstanding educators: the ability to inspire, the courage to innovate, and the commitment to maintaining the highest standards of educational quality.
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In an increasingly interconnected world, the classroom has become the first frontier of integration. Modern educators face the challenge of turning linguistic and cultural barriers into bridges for development. This course is not just about classroom management; it is about redefining the teacher’s role as a catalyst for social change.
True teaching excellence is measured by the ability to transform a diverse classroom into a unified community of success.
From challenges to assets: Learn how to stop seeing multiculturalism as a «difficulty to manage» and start using it as a powerful pedagogical tool that enriches the learning experience for all students.
European networking: Share experiences and build lasting professional bonds with educators from across the EU who face similar challenges, creating a collaborative community for future Erasmus+ projects.
The Seville experience: Develop your professional skills in one of Europe’s most culturally rich cities, where history serves as a living example of the coexistence and prosperity of diverse cultures.
Erasmus+ Funding: This course is eligible for funding under Key Action 1 (KA1).
You will receive the Europass Mobility Certificate.
Ana Muñoz González
• PhD in soil microbiology from the University of Extremadura (Spain)
• Degree in environmental sciences from the University of Extremadura (Spain)
Dr. Ana Muñoz González is a prominent Spanish scientist and educator, internationally recognized for her work in bilingual science education. She was the first Spaniard to receive the prestigious National Secondary Dual Language Immersion Teacher of the Year award (2021) from the Association of Two-Way Dual Language Education (ATDLE) in the USA.
She is president/coordinator of educational programs for ECUSA (Spanish Scientists in the USA) in the Washington, D.C., area, where she works to close the science achievement gap within the Latino community.
She teaches chemistry and biology in a Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program at Wakefield High School, a public high school in Arlington, Virginia, where almost half of her students are of Hispanic origin.
Javier Aceña
• PhD in Psychology from the University of Zaragoza (2008)
• Military career (Lieutenant Colonel, Infantry)
Professor at Academia “Campus Psicología” (academic preparation for psychology students enrolled at the UNED), where he teaches Educational Psychology (3rd year) and Group Psychology (3rd year), supervises final degree projects (4th year), and teaches various workshops on psychological skills: emotional intelligence, social skills, leadership and influence in groups, communication skills, conflict management, creativity, stress and decision-making, time management and planning.
Professor at the University Center for Defense (affiliated with the University of Zaragoza), Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Organization Engineering, subject: Leadership.
Associate Professor at the University of Zaragoza (Faculty of Education) teaching the following subjects: Educational Psychology, Evolutionary Processes and Diversity, Developmental Psychology, Developmental and Educational Psychology, and Thinking Skills. Development in the teaching-learning process.
Professor in the Master’s Degree in Decision Support Techniques (University of Alcalá degree).
Raneem Suleyman
• Master's Degree in Intercultural Communication, Interpreting, and Translation in Public Services (2018)
• Degree in Semitic and Islamic Studies (2016)
• Higher Degree in Social Integration (2010)
Born in Syria, but due to problems in the country, her family emigrated to Spain in 2006.
She has worked as a social integrator at the Carlos Martín Foundation (People with intellectual disabilities) and has extensive experience as an intercultural mediator.
She has been a translator and interpreter at Migralingua Voze and Ofilingua. Language services.
She currently works as an intercultural mediator at the Moroccan Association for the Integration of Immigrants, where she provides career guidance, language teaching, social services, and intercultural mediation.
Soukaina Belkat
• Doctorate in International Joint Supervision, University of Cádiz (2021)
• Interuniversity Master's Degree in Culture of Peace, Conflict, Education, and Human Rights, University of Cádiz (2016)
Born in Tetouan (Morocco), she has worked as an intercultural mediator (University of Cádiz, 2018), social educator for unaccompanied foreign minors (MENAS Center, Rebaño de María, Cádiz, 2019), job prospector for young people leaving care (Sevilla Acoge, 2020), and researcher for European and Gulf country projects (2024-present).
University projects:
- “Psychosocial factors affecting the coexistence of native and immigrant youth” (2023)
- Artistic project with students at APDHA “Music as an integrating element” (2018)
- Project “R&D&I, 2017-2020 – Attention to diversity and inclusive education at the University.”
The course will be held at María Auxiliadora Salesianas School, at 1 Sta. María Mazzarello Street, Seville.
Dates
1st Edition: 11th to 15th May
2nd Edition: 19th to 23rd October
Educating and integrating: the role of teachers in dealing with cultural diversity in European schools
Seville
Prices
The price of the course is €400
What does it include?
- Lectures + practical workshops
- Visit the Cathedral and sightseeing of the historic center of Sevilla
- Coffee breaks
- Farewell dinner at a typical Andalusian restaurant
Not included
- Boat trip: a one-hour boat trip through Seville along the Guadalquivir River: €20
- Visit to the Real Alcázar: general admission + admission to the «Cuarto Real Alto»: €22
Seville, a destination that can be felt with all five senses
Seville is not to be visited, it is to be experienced. It is a city that envelops the traveler with a unique blend of history, art and passion. Some say that its magic lies in the golden light that tinges its streets at sunset. Others believe it is in the flamenco duende that resonates in the peñas and tablaos. Perhaps it is the murmur of the Guadalquivir or the crunch of the gravel in the Andalusian patios. Whatever it is, Seville is enchanting.
A walk through history
To travel through Seville is to take a trip back in time. The historic heart of the city beats between the imposing Giralda, the majestic Cathedral -the largest in the world in Gothic style– and the exquisite halls and gardens of the Real Alcazar. Every corner speaks of past civilizations, Mudejar art and legends. Climb the Giralda to see the city from above and then lose yourself in the shaded corridors of the Alcazar, especially magical in summer during its nighttime visits or open-air concerts.
Spaces that invite you to linger
But Seville is also contemporary and alive. The Plaza de España, with its monumental architecture, invites you to sit leisurely. Maria Luisa Park is perfect for strolling among fountains, flowers and statues. And if you’re looking for something different, the Setas de Sevilla -the Metropol Parasol– offers a modern look at the city with a panoramic view over the rooftops of the historic center.
A taste of Seville
The best way to understand the Sevillian character is to go out on the street and eat tapas. In neighborhoods like Triana, with its flamenco soul; the Alameda, young and alternative; or Nervión and Los Remedios, more residential but with a lot of life, you will find bars where the cuisine is shared in small portions full of flavor. From the classic pescaíto frito to salmorejo, passing through montaditos and snails, accompanied by a fresh manzanilla or an ice-cold beer, each tapa is an excuse to socialize and celebrate.
A city to come back to
Seville is not exhausted in a single visit. Whether for its Semana Santa, the Feria de Abril or a simple stroll along the river, there is always something left to discover. And when you leave, you will leave with the certainty that you have been in a place with soul.
Doñana National Park, located in southwestern Spain between the provinces of Huelva, Seville and Cadiz, is one of Europe’s most important natural areas. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994, Doñana is notable for its enormous biodiversity and its key role in the conservation of endangered species.
This park is home to a wide variety of ecosystems, including marshes, shifting dunes, pristine beaches, Mediterranean forests and reserves. Thanks to this diversity of habitats, Doñana is a refuge for thousands of species of flora and fauna, some of which are endemic or critically endangered. Among the park’s most emblematic animals are the Iberian lynx, the world’s most endangered feline, and the Iberian imperial eagle, both of which are protected species.
A strategic place for global bird conservation
One of Doñana’s main values is its role as a stopover, breeding and wintering ground for more than 300 species of birds, many of them migratory. The park’s marshes act as a key stopover on the migratory routes between Africa and Europe, making Doñana a strategic place for global bird conservation.
In addition to its ecological richness, Doñana has great cultural and historical value, as it has been inhabited and used by humans for centuries. However, the park faces multiple threats, such as agricultural pressure, urbanisation, illegal water extraction and climate change.
The protection of Doñana is not only essential to preserve its unique biodiversity, but also to maintain the ecological balance of one of the most important wetlands on the continent. Its conservation is a shared responsibility that transcends borders.
