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Creativity in Teaching Summer School
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14 – 18 July 2025
- Masaryk University Language Centre, Komenského nám. 2, Brno, Czech Republic
About the Course
Want to bring more creativity and energy to your teaching? Join us for an inspiring week that previous participants describe as "extremely lively," "inspiring," and "perfect"! This hands-on summer school is designed for university teachers who want to explore new ways of teaching, try creative approaches, and connect with colleagues from across Europe.
Why choose this summer school?
- Learn by doing: Experience activities from a student's perspective
- Small groups: Maximum 12 participants for rich discussions and sharing
- Practical focus: Take away ideas you can use in your next class
- Supportive atmosphere: Share, experiment, and help each other grow
What can you expect?
Creative teaching approaches
- Discover new ways to engage your students
- Try out various teaching methods
- Experience gamification in practice
- Learn how to make your lessons more dynamic
Student motivation & engagement
- Understand what drives student participation
- Practise creative assessment techniques
- Learn to give engaging feedback
- Create an environment where students want to learn
Technology & innovation
- Use technology creatively in your teaching
- Explore AI possibilities in education
- Create engaging materials
- Make your teaching more interactive
Practical activities & projects
- Join our popular Brno treasure hunt
- Work on creative group projects
- Build a portfolio of teaching ideas
What makes our summer school special
- Experienced and enthusiastic teachers
- Perfect balance of theory and practice
- Maximum 12 people in the group
- Mix of indoor and outdoor activities
- Certificate at the end of the course
- Resources for continued development
What previous participants say
- "150% the teachers! Honestly, I can't think of anything to improve!"
- "I go home full of new ideas how to improve my lessons and motivate students to be active and creative."
- "Great week, I'd recommend to all my colleagues!"
- "Thank you for the opportunity. It was really inspiring. And I loved that we could share our experience from other universities too."
Practical Information
- Please bring a laptop for specific sessions (we'll let you know which ones in advance)
- Free Wi-Fi access throughout the venue
Certification
You need to attend a minimum 60% of the course to receive a Masaryk University Language Centre Certificate of Attendance.
Important Dates
The closing date for applications and payment: 20 June 2025
Masaryk University Language Centre – the summer school venue
The programme will take place in the Masaryk University Building at Komenského náměstí 2, Brno, Czech Republic.
The Masaryk University Language Centre is based in the heart of Brno and the city’s cultural and social life is literally on its doorstep. Together with The Centre for International Cooperation, The Teiresias Support Centre for Students with Special Needs and The University Computer Centre with a non-stop service, the Language Centre is housed in a Neo-Renaissance building, opened originally for the German University of Technology in 1860. Today, the building offers state-of-the-art teaching and learning resources and facilities to Masaryk University students and staff-members.
Brno, Masaryk University, Language Centre
Brno is the capital of Moravia and the second largest city of the Czech Republic. It is mostly known for its modernist architecture, rapidly expanding high tech-sector, café culture and the reputation for the highest quality of life in the country. Brno is also home to six public universities. Masaryk University (www.muni.cz), the second-largest university in the Czech Republic, is the leading Higher Education institution in the region. The Masaryk University Language Centre (www.cjv.muni.cz), the largest language centre in the country, provides language and communication focused services and support to the whole university. It enhances international collaboration and continuous exchange of knowledge, ideas and information on a worldwide scale.
For further information, please email our team at summerschools@cjv.muni.cz or check our section of Frequently Asked Questions about summer schools.
| Level |
minimum level of English: B2 Upper Intermediate (CEFR) |
| Language of instruction |
English |
| When | 14 July – 18 July 2025 |
| Time |
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| Participants | public, MU employees |
| Lecturer |
CJV lecturers |
| 490 EUR |
The fee includes tuition, course materials, and networking dinner.
Participants can apply for ERASMUS+ funding.
Participants can apply for ERASMUS+ funding.