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Danish Teachers Visit Reykjanes to Explore Outdoor Learning and Creative Teaching

6/3/2026

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At the beginning of March, GeoCamp Iceland welcomed a group of 19 teachers from Denmark who visited Iceland as part of an Erasmus+ KA1 job-shadowing mobility organised by UCL University College in Denmark. The visit focused on learning more about outdoor education and natural science teaching in Icelandic primary schools, and how local landscapes can be used as an active learning environment.

During their stay, the teachers visited two primary schools in Reykjanesbær – Heiðarskóli and Háaleitisskóli. There they were introduced to everyday school life and had the opportunity to observe a variety of regular classroom lessons with different teachers. The visits provided insight into teaching practices in Icelandic schools and created space for discussions about pedagogy, student engagement, and ways of connecting classroom learning with the surrounding environment.

Introducing the ACADIMIA Project

The programme also included an introduction to ACADIMIA – the European Teacher Academy for Creative and Inclusive Learning, an Erasmus+ project that brings together partners from across Europe, including GeoCamp Iceland.
ACADIMIA focuses on strengthening teacher education through creative and inclusive teaching approaches, supporting educators in developing new methods that can engage diverse groups of students. The project promotes practices such as creative learning, collaborative teaching approaches, and innovative pedagogies that help teachers create more inclusive and engaging learning environments. Through international cooperation and training activities, the project aims to build a strong European network of educators sharing ideas and experiences.

Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark as a Classroom

GeoCamp Iceland also guided the group on a full-day field excursion across Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark
. The excursion focused on how landscapes shaped by volcanic activity, geothermal energy, and coastal ecosystems can serve as an extended classroom for science and environmental education. Throughout the day, discussions centred on how teachers can use natural environments to support observation, inquiry, and hands-on learning.
The programme included a visit to Grindavík, where the group experienced the dynamic conditions of the Reykjanes Peninsula firsthand, along with some authentic Icelandic weather, as the day included a refreshing snowstorm during the outdoor activities.

The visit concluded at the Suðurnes Science and Learning Center (Þekkingarsetur Suðurnesja), where the Danish teachers were introduced to the centre’s work in marine research, environmental monitoring, and science communication.

International Exchange Through Education

The visit provided an opportunity for professional exchange between Icelandic and Danish educators and highlighted how international collaboration, outdoor learning, and creative teaching approaches can enrich education both inside and outside the classroom.

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Keynote Speakers at the 2026 Upper Secondary School Professional Development Days

1/3/2026

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Field-Based Learning, Scientific Literacy and Teacher Empowerment

On 27 February 2026, GeoCamp Iceland participated in the annual Professional Development Day for Icelandic upper secondary schools. Around 1.700 staff members from 26 schools across the country gathered in Reykjavík for a day dedicated to dialogue, innovation and strengthening educational practice.

At Kvennaskólinn in Reykjavík, more than a hundred science teachers came together for a dedicated programme where GeoCamp Iceland delivered the keynote presentation. Ólafur Jón Arnbjörnsson and Sigrún Svafa Ólafsdóttir addressed a central question: how do we strengthen scientific literacy and increase student interest in science through field-based and outdoor learning?

Education in Reykjanes Geopark

The message was clear. If we want students to truly engage with science, learning must connect to real environments and lived experience. Nature is not an “extra” component of education, but should be treated as one of our most powerful classrooms.

Through collaboration with Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark, schools and industry partners, GeoCamp Iceland has worked systematically to develop curriculum-linked, field-based learning environments where geology, climate science, renewable energy and sustainability are explored in authentic contexts.

Professional Development

The presentation placed strong emphasis on teacher empowerment as a strategic priority. Professional development is not about handing out new materials or isolated methods; it is about building confidence, strengthening professional identity, and creating structured space for educators to lead innovation themselves. When teachers feel secure in outdoor settings, in interdisciplinary thinking, and in facilitating inquiry-based learning, real change happens in classrooms.

In this context, ACADIMIA plays a central role. The project is not merely an exchange of good ideas — it is a European framework for rethinking how outdoor education and active methodologies are embedded in school systems. Through international collaboration, shared field experiences and structured reflection, ACADIMIA equips teachers with practical tools, pedagogical strategies and the confidence to integrate field-based learning into mainstream curricula. It moves outdoor learning from the margins to the core of educational practice.

Together with other international partnerships, ACADIMIA demonstrates that cross-border cooperation is not an added bonus; it is a catalyst. By connecting educators across countries, disciplines and landscapes, we accelerate innovation and support teachers in leading transformative, research-informed learning experiences that prepare students for the environmental and societal challenges of the future.

To change the world, we must first understand the Earth

The strong engagement and discussions throughout the day confirmed what we already know: the commitment to strengthening science education in Iceland is profound. The next step is to continue building bridges — between schools and communities, between science and society, and between classrooms and landscapes.

To change the world, we must first understand the Earth. And that begins outdoors.

GeoCamp Iceland á Starfsþróunardögum framhaldsskólanna 2026

Vísindalæsi, útinám og framtíð raunvísindakennslu

Þann 27. febrúar 2026 fór fram árlegur Starfsþróunardagur framhaldsskólanna víðs vegar um höfuðborgarsvæðið. Alls tóku um 1.700 starfsmenn frá 26 framhaldsskólum þátt, bæði af höfuðborgarsvæðinu og landsbyggðinni. Dagurinn var helgaður faglegri umræðu, miðlun reynslu og þróun skólastarfs til framtíðar.

Í Kvennaskólanum í Reykjavík komu yfir 100 raungreinakennarar saman og þar fékk GeoCamp Iceland það hlutverk að flytja aðalerindi dagsins. Ólafur Jón Arnbjörnsson og Sigrún Svafa Ólafsdóttir fjölluðu um leiðir til að efla vísindalæsi og auka áhuga nemenda á raunvísindum með vettvangsnámi og útikennslu.

Meginskilaboðin voru skýr. Ef við viljum efla skilning og kveikja áhuga þurfum við að tengja kennsluna við raunveruleikann. Náttúran er ekki viðbót við kennslustofuna, heldur sjálf kennslustofan. Með markvissri uppbyggingu í Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark hefur verið unnið að því að nýta svæðið sem lifandi námsumhverfi þar sem jarðfræði, loftslagsmál, endurnýjanleg orka og sjálfbærni eru ekki abstrakt hugtök heldur áþreifanleg viðfangsefni.

Í erindinu var einnig fjallað um hvernig GeoCamp Iceland hefur byggt upp samstarf við skóla á öllum skólastigum á svæðinu, jarðvanginn, háskólasamfélagið og atvinnulíf. Sérstök áhersla var lögð á faglega þróun kennara og mikilvægi þess að styðja þá í að þróa nýjar kennsluaðferðir sem byggja á virkni nemenda og reynslunámi. Þar var meðal annars sagt frá Acadima verkefninu og öðrum alþjóðlegum samstarfsverkefnum sem styðja við nýsköpun í kennslu og útinámi.

Umræður í kjölfar erindisins sýndu skýrt þann metnað og áhuga sem býr í íslenskum raungreinakennurum. Þörfin fyrir að styrkja tengsl milli skóla og samfélags, milli fræða og atvinnulífs, og milli kennslustofu og landslags er augljós ... og viljinn til staðar.

Framtíð raunvísindakennslu byggir á því að gera námið merkingarbært og tengt umhverfi nemenda. Til að breyta heiminum þurfum við fyrst að skilja hann ... og til þess þurfum við að fara út úr hefðbundnu kennslustofunum.
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Successful ACADIMIA Workshops in Akranes

11/2/2026

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On 10 February, Grundaskóli in Akranes hosted a vibrant afternoon of professional development, welcoming over 50 teachers to participate in a series of ACADIMIA workshops focused on creative and inclusive teaching methods.

The workshops, organised in collaboration between the School of Education at the University of Iceland and GeoCamp Iceland, form part of the international Erasmus+ project ACADIMIA. The event demonstrated strong interest among educators in approaches that actively engage students, foster critical thinking and respond to the diverse needs of today’s classrooms.

Two Parallel Workshops – One Shared Vision

The programme offered two parallel 80-minute workshops, each presenting a distinct but complementary pedagogical approach.

Gamified Learning was led by Tryggvi Thayer and Skúlína Kjartansdóttir from the University of Iceland’s School of Education. The session explored how game design principles and playful challenges can increase student engagement, motivation and problem-solving skills. Participants discussed practical strategies for integrating game mechanics into everyday teaching, particularly when working with diverse and mixed-ability student groups.

TalentMaker – Talent-Based Learning, facilitated by Ragnheiður Alma Snæbjörnsdóttir from Akurskóli, focused on activating students’ strengths through creative and flexible project work. Developed in blended learning environments following the Covid pandemic, the method allows students to work independently, in pairs or in groups, while building on Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences. The emphasis is on recognising and nurturing different talents within the classroom.

Part of a Broader European Collaboration

The workshops in Akranes are part of the wider ACADIMIA Erasmus+ project, in which GeoCamp Iceland and the University of Iceland are partners. The project brings together 11 creative teaching methodologies developed across Europe into one coherent framework. These methods draw inspiration from Montessori pedagogy, theatre and dialogue practices, gamification, and creative coding.

ACADIMIA aims to develop a shared curriculum on creative and inclusive teaching approaches and to deliver a series of teacher training workshops across all eight partner countries. In the long term, the ambition is to build a professional platform where educators can exchange ideas, inspire one another and integrate innovative methods directly into increasingly demanding school environments.

A Valuable Opportunity for Local Schools
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For Grundaskóli and the wider educational community in Akranes, hosting the ACADIMIA workshops was a significant opportunity. The strong turnout reflects a growing interest among Icelandic teachers in practical, research-informed and internationally connected professional development.

The success of the event confirms that creative, inclusive and student-centred approaches are not trends — they are essential tools for modern education.

GeoCamp Iceland is proud to support this ongoing collaboration and to contribute to strengthening teacher capacity both locally and across Europe.
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​ACADIMIA at Reykjanes EDU Camps: Strengthening Teacher Development

4/2/2026

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The UNESCO Schools Education Camp (Menntabúðir), held on 2 February at Gerðaskóli in Garður, provided an important platform to highlight ACADIMIA – the European Teacher Academy for Creative and Inclusive Learning and its growing role in teacher development in the Reykjanes region.

Menntabúðir brought together over 100 educators from preschools, primary schools, and upper secondary schools across the region. Designed as an open and collaborative learning space, the event focused on sharing practice, building professional connections, and strengthening education linked to sustainability, global citizenship, and place-based learning within Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark.

As part of the main programme, Sigrún Svafa Ólafsdóttir presented ACADIMIA to all participants, outlining the project’s vision, pedagogical approach, and concrete outcomes in Reykjanes. The presentation generated strong interest among educators and sparked discussion around the need for professional development that is practical, inspiring, and closely connected to everyday teaching realities.

ACADIMIA is a European teacher training initiative that focuses on creative learning, inclusion, and active teaching methodologies, supporting educators in developing new approaches that can be applied across subjects and learning environments. In Reykjanes, the project has gained exceptional momentum. To date, close to 100 teachers from the region have participated in ACADIMIA training activities, representing approximately 20% of all teachers in Reykjanes. This level of engagement makes Reykjanes one of the strongest regional examples of ACADIMIA outreach and impact.

The presentation at Menntabúðir also highlighted how ACADIMIA complements and strengthens ongoing work within the UNESCO Schools network and Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark. The event was held in close collaboration with the United Nations Association of Iceland, which coordinates UNESCO school activities at the national level, reinforcing the connection between local educational development and the wider UNESCO framework.

Through ACADIMIA, teachers in Reykjanes have engaged in hands-on workshops, creative learning processes, and peer-based reflection, often linked to outdoor learning, sustainability education, and cross-curricular teaching. The project aligns closely with GeoCamp Iceland’s approach to education: learning that is active, relevant, and rooted in local context, while connected to international perspectives and collaboration.

Highlighting ACADIMIA at Menntabúðir positioned the project firmly within the broader educational ecosystem of Reykjanes. Alongside UNESCO Schools initiatives, Geopark-based learning, and sustainability-focused education, ACADIMIA contributes to building a strong professional learning community that spans school levels, disciplines, and municipalities.

For GeoCamp Iceland, the Menntabúðir presentation marked another important milestone in translating European education projects into meaningful local impact. ACADIMIA is no longer simply an international training programme hosted in Reykjanes; it has become an integral part of ongoing teacher development in the region.

As interest and participation continue to grow, ACADIMIA will remain a key tool for supporting educators in Reykjanes, strengthening collaboration across schools, and ensuring that innovative, inclusive teaching practices are embedded in everyday learning. Menntabúðir clearly demonstrated both the scale of this work and the strong commitment among teachers to shaping the future of education together.
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Creative Pedagogy Takes Root: The Growing Impact of Acadimia in Reykjanes

30/11/2025

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​With two workshops completed this autumn and more in preparation, the ACAδIMIA project is beginning to transform the professional landscape for teachers across the Reykjanes Peninsula. Creative, inclusive pedagogy is no longer an abstract idea, it is becoming part of continous teacher training activities of teacher in the ten primary schools in the area..

A European Vision Anchored in Local Practice

ACAδIMIA brings together partners from eight European countries and collects 11 creative teaching methods—ranging from drama and dialogue to Creative STEAM, digital storytelling, gamification and Montessori-inspired practices—into one shared curriculum. The aim is straightforward: to strengthen teachers’ confidence and expand their pedagogical toolbox through hands-on, collaborative learning.

A Regional Effort with Wide Participation

The impact in Reykjanes is already significant. Close to 60 teachers from all primary schools within Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark have already taken part in Acadimia seminars, both in Iceland and during Erasmus+ training abroad, with more to join over the next few months. This level of engagement has created a regional professional learning community unlike anything seen here before.

Workshops hosted in Ásbrú and Njarðvík this autumn introduced teachers to Creative STEAM, Digital Storytelling, EAR (Dialogue and Drama) and Gamified Learning. Each session has sparked new ideas, encouraged experimentation and strengthened ties between schools.

Strengthening Collaboration, Creativity and Confidence

Teachers report that these methods bring immediate value:
  • learning becomes more engaging and participatory,
  • students of different abilities find more entry points into lessons,
  • collaboration between teachers grows stronger, and
  • creative approaches help meet the increasing demands of modern classrooms.

The involvement of the University of Iceland School of Education adds academic depth, ensuring the project is grounded in both research and practice.

A Long-Term Investment in Education

Over the coming months, all 11 ACAδIMIA methods will be introduced through regular workshops across Reykjanes. The long-term goal is clear: to build a sustainable professional platform where teachers can continue learning, sharing and innovating long after the project ends.

Reykjanes is becoming a vibrant hub for creative pedagogy in Iceland, supported by active municipalities, committed schools, and GeoCamp Iceland’s expertise in outdoor learning and STEAM education.

For students in the region, the ripple effects will be felt in richer, more engaging classrooms. For teachers, this is the start of a new chapter of collaboration, creativity and confidence.
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From Girona to Grundaskóli - ACADIMIA Invests in the Future of Teaching

11/11/2025

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Gunnhildur (second from left) took part in the ACADMIA teacher training seminar in Girona 2026
​Taking part in European projects is more than just attending a course. To me, it’s an investment in the future of education. Projects like ACADIMIA – the European Teachers’ Academy for Creative and Inclusive Teaching Methods – open doors to new ideas, new connections, and new ways to meet the diverse needs of students.  

In collaboration with teachers from eight European countries, we gain opportunities to learn from one another’s experience, to test methods that work in different cultural settings, and to adapt them to our own classrooms. It’s not just theoretical – it’s practical, realistic, and based on approaches that can be gradually introduced into everyday teaching.

Why does this matter? Because education is becoming increasingly complex. Student groups are more diverse, expectations are higher, and we as educators need to keep evolving. By broadening our horizons, engaging in international cooperation, and giving ourselves the chance to grow, we strengthen not only our teaching but also our professional confidence and creativity.

I’ve already shared my experience of GeoCamp Iceland and the value of European projects with my colleagues at Grundaskóli, about 50 teachers in total, to encourage others to see how beneficial this can be for professional growth and school development. These projects allow us to be part of a wider community of teachers who learn from one another and work towards more creative and inclusive schools.

The goal is clear: to build a professional community of teachers who share knowledge, learn together, and develop methods that can be applied directly in the classroom. European projects like ACADIMIA are the key to this. They offer training courses, online learning, and a platform for collaboration that reaches far beyond national borders.

The opportunity is here. Whether you want to strengthen your teaching methods, meet the needs of students from diverse backgrounds, or simply find renewed inspiration in your work – this is the way forward. Through collective effort, we can make education more creative, inclusive, and engaging – for our students, and for ourselves.

Gunnhildur Björnsdóttir
Teacher at Grundaskóli Primary School in Akranes, Iceland
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ACADIMIA in Iceland: Empowering Teachers Through Creative and Inclusive Learning

5/11/2025

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ACADIMIA project partners with Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, Icelandic Minister of Foreign Affairs & Vyte Ezerskiene, Project Officer from the European Education and Culture Executive Agency, at University of Iceland, 5 November 2025
The 5th meeting and teacher training event of the European project ACADIMIA took place in Iceland 4 - 6 November 2025, jointly hosted by GeoCamp Iceland and the University of Iceland – School of Education.

The event brought together educators, researchers and project partners from across Europe to advance one of Erasmus+’s most ambitious initiatives in teacher education, creating a European Teacher Academy for Creative and Inclusive Learning.

A European Collaboration for Innovation in Education

ACADIMIA unites universities, training centres and schools from eight European countries. Its goal is to integrate creative and inclusive pedagogies into mainstream teacher education and professional development. The project builds on ten successful EU-funded initiatives and connects them through a shared curriculum and a networked Community of Practice for teachers.

At its core, ACADIMIA promotes ten creative teaching approaches — from digital storytelling, drama in education and gamification, to STEAM-based learning and strength-based inclusion — all designed to make learning more engaging, equitable and sustainable.

Iceland’s Role and Local Impact

For Iceland, hosting this fifth meeting is both a milestone and a reflection of growing momentum. Over fifity local teachers from the Reykjanes region have already taken part in ACADIMIA’s international training activities, applying new creative learning methods in their classrooms.

According to Sigrun Svafa Olafsdottir, Project Manager of Education at GeoCamp Iceland and Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark, the project is gaining a real momentum in Reykjanes “Teachers are interested in using more inclusive, hands-on and creative approaches — whether through digital storytelling, creative STEAM projects or collaborative drama activities. It’s exciting to see how these European ideas take root locally.”

The collaboration between GeoCamp Iceland and the University of Iceland strengthens the country’s capacity for field-based, sustainability-focused teacher education — a natural fit for Iceland’s landscape and GeoCamp’s expertise in outdoor learning.

A Three-Day Programme of Ideas and Practice

The meeting opened on November 4th at the University of Iceland – School of Education. Partner sessions will focus on progress in teacher training, professional communities, evaluation and long-term sustainability. In the afternoons, Icelandic and international teachers participating in parallel training workshops on creative methodologies such as MONTECH, EAR, SEDIN, and Talentmaker.

On the final day, participants step outside the classroom for a field-based learning experience led by GeoCamp Iceland, exploring the Reykjanes Peninsula, visiting sites like the Bridge Between Continents, Gunnuhver hot springs and the new lava fields near Grindavík — powerful examples of how Iceland’s dynamic landscape can serve as a living classroom.

The training event concludes with sessions on Digital Storytelling and Drama in Education, linking creative expression with environmental and place-based education.

Building a Lasting Legacy

The Iceland meeting marks an important step toward ACADIMIA’s long-term vision, a self-sustaining European network of teacher training providers who champion inclusive, creative and cross-disciplinary education.

For GeoCamp Iceland and its regional partners, we look towards a lasting impact with better-trained teachers, stronger ties between schools and universities, and a richer integration of creative and inclusive learning, as well as outdoor andfield-based learning into mainstream education.

As Europe and the world face rapid social and environmental change, projects like ACADIMIA remind us that education can be both creative and grounded in reality — rooted in place, collaboration and shared learning.
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Exploring Dialogue, Drama and Gamified Learning: Acadimia Workshop at Stapaskóli

14/10/2025

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GeoCamp Iceland hosted, in collaboration with University of Iceland and Stapaskóli in Njarðvík, the second hands-on Acadimia teacher training workshop, this time focusing on EAR (Dialogue and Drama) and Gamified Learning. The session took part in Stapaskóli on 13 October 2025 and was part of the ongoing Erasmus+ project ACAδIMIA, which brings creative and inclusive teaching methods to classrooms across Europe.

Twelve teachers from five primary schools on the Reykjanes Peninsula took part in the workshop, contributing to a growing local community of educators interested in creative pedagogy. The training was led by Brynja Stefánsdóttir (Stapaskóli), Tryggvi Thayer (University of Iceland School of Education), Freydís Kneif Kolbeinsdóttir (Háaleitisskóli) and Sigrún Svafa Ólafsdóttir, GeoCamp Iceland’s project manager for educational outreach and representative of Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark.


Bringing European Pedagogy to Local Classrooms

ACAδIMIA is a three-year Erasmus+ project—an evolving European “teachers’ academy” that unites 11 creative and inclusive teaching methods under one framework. The methods originate from different European countries and draw on Montessori, theatre and dialogue, gamification, creative coding and more. They are flexible, accessible and suitable for learners of all ages and abilities.

The workshop at Stapaskóli gave teachers practical experience in two of these approaches:

  • EAR (Dialogue and Drama)
    A method that encourages students to explore ideas through movement, voice, improvisation and discussion. It strengthens communication skills, confidence and collaboration.

  • Gamified Learning
    A structured method that uses game elements—challenges, storylines, rewards and strategy—to increase motivation, engagement and learning depth across subjects.

A Growing Movement in Reykjanes

Educators from the Reykjanes Peninsula, together with GeoCamp Iceland staff, represent the Icelandic partner group in ACAδIMIA. The University of Iceland School of Education contributes academic insight, connecting local practice with European research on creative pedagogy.

Interest continues to rise. More workshops featuring all 11 ACAδIMIA methods will be offered in the coming months, giving teachers in Reykjanes sustained opportunities to explore, test and adapt new approaches for their students.

The response so far shows a clear appetite for playful, inclusive and student-centred learning—exactly the kind of environment today’s learners need to thrive.
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GeoCamp Iceland Hosts Acadimia Workshop at Háaleitisskóli

30/9/2025

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On Monday, 29 September 2025, GeoCamp Iceland, in collaboration with Háaleitisskóli at Ásbrú in Reykjanesbær, hosted a hands-on teacher training workshop introducing two creative and inclusive teaching methods: Creative STEAM and Digital Storytelling. The event was part of the ongoing Erasmus+ project ACAδIMIA, a three-year European initiative focused on strengthening creative and student-centred pedagogy across the continent.

The workshop drew strong participation from across the peninsula, with 27 teachers from seven schools attending, representing both preschools and primary schools. Sessions were led by an excellent team of local educators: Sara Ross Bjarnadóttir (Gerðaskóli), Freydís Kneif Kolbeinsdóttir (Háaleitisskóli), Ragnheiður Alma Snæbjörnsdóttir (Akurskóli), and Sigrún Svafa Ólafsdóttir, GeoCamp Iceland’s project manager for educational outreach and representative of Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark.

A European Academy for Creative and Inclusive Teaching

ACAδIMIA brings together teachers from eight partner countries, including several educators from the Reykjanes region and staff from GeoCamp Iceland. The School of Education at the University of Iceland also plays an active role, alongside teachers from the capital area and Akranes.

The project functions as a kind of European teachers’ academy, exploring and sharing 11 creative teaching methods developed in different parts of Europe but brought together under one framework. These methods draw inspiration from Montessori, drama education, dialogic teaching, gamification, creative coding and other innovative approaches. They are designed to be flexible, inclusive and suitable for diverse groups of learners — from early childhood through upper primary and beyond.

Building Skills, Confidence and Community

The Reykjanes workshop gave teachers practical tools they can apply directly in the classroom. Creative STEAM encourages hands-on, interdisciplinary learning rooted in curiosity and problem-solving, while Digital Storytelling invites students to experiment with narrative, identity and technology.

ACAδIMIA has developed a shared curriculum for all partner countries. Over the coming months, workshops across Europe — including on the Reykjanes Peninsula — will deepen teachers’ skills and help build a community of practice around creative and inclusive pedagogy.

GeoCamp Iceland is proud to support this effort and to invite more teachers from the region to participate. As classrooms become increasingly complex, these methods offer practical, inspiring ways to reach students and strengthen learning across subjects.

More workshops will be offered in the coming months, covering all 11 methods featured within the ACAδIMIA project.
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Icelandic Teachers attend the Acadimia Teacher Training Seminar in Girona

7/7/2025

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The Icelandic group in Girona
GeoCamp Iceland, together with the University of Iceland’s School of Education, took part in the Acadimia Teacher Training Seminar in Girona, Spain, from 30 June to 4 July. An inspiring event under the Erasmus+ Acadimia project bringing together European teachers to explore creative and inclusive methodologies in education.

Hosted at the Facultat d’Educació i Psicologia of the University of Girona, the seminar welcomed 50 teachers from eight countries. Participants, including representatives from GeoCamp Iceland, engaged with innovative teaching practices such as Creative STEAM, Digital Storytelling, G.A.M.E. and Gamified Learning, and Empathy–Analysis–Reflection (EAR). Each day combined hands-on workshops with opportunities for networking and cultural immersion, reflecting the project’s belief that creativity and inclusion thrive through shared experiences.

Iceland was well represented with primary school teachers from Grundaskóli in Akranes, Sandgerðisskóli, Háaleitisskóli, and Stóru-Vogaskóli on the Reykjanes Peninsula, along with two teachers from Ingunnarskóli and Borgarskóli in Reykjavik. This collective participation highlights the strong and growing collaboration among Icelandic schools, University of Iceland, GeoCamp Iceland, and the Acadimia community.

The seminar demonstrated the power of international cooperation in education—equipping teachers with practical tools for creative learning and reinforcing the importance of building a supportive community where educators inspire one another across borders.

GeoCamp Iceland and the University of Iceland’s School of Education will continue this collaboration by hosting follow-up workshops with Acadimia representatives in Iceland. Interested teachers are welcome to contact us for more details about participating.

It is worth noting that we will be organising meetings and workshops with Acadimia representatives at the University of Iceland’s School of Education this coming November in Iceland. Teachers interested in joining these events are welcome to get in touch with us for more information. 

​To learn more about Acadimia’s innovative methodologies and to join the Icelandic Acadimia community, visit the project website here or join the Acadimia IS Facebook group here.
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GeoCamp Iceland is an educational project and travel agency dedicated to increasing knowledge and understanding in natural sciences with practical and active learning. We develop educational content, student and teacher guides and curricula, organize and receive international study groups focusing primarily on natural sciences, environmental challenges, climate change and STEM education.

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  • About
    • Staff
    • Advisory Board
    • Our Mission
    • Sustainability Strategy
    • Safety Policy
    • Arctic Challenges
    • Contact
  • News
  • GeoSchool
    • Development Projects
  • Study Tours
    • Student & Teacher Tours
    • Location
    • Why choose us?
    • Preparing for Iceland
    • Student Voices
    • Partners
    • Resources
    • Field Guides