Course Designer: IFWEA
How to Conduct an Online Study Circle
Language: English
Kind of delivery: Fully Online
Number of hours: 9 hours
Learning Objective
This course introduces the foundational principles of popular education through the study circle methodology and explores how these principles can be implemented in online environments. Participants will learn to create, facilitate, and sustain participatory and empowering online study circles that promote dialogue, solidarity, and collective reflection.
Course Content Translation
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Who is this course for
This course is designed for prospective study circle leaders and members, particularly within unions, civil society organisations, and community groups interested in participatory learning and collective action.
Learning Outcome
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the study circle approach, its history, and its online adaptation
- Understand facilitator and participant roles
- Plan and run study circles
- Facilitate inclusive and engaging online sessions
- Address digital challenges
- Use tools and platforms to support learning
Mode of delivery
Self Paced
How is it delivered?
Asynchronous
Course Duration
Course duration is dependant on the participant
No of hours required
9 hours
Technical Requirements
Internet browser, PDF reader, access to Google Docs
Software requirements
Basic digital skills, including how to use the internet and the IFWEA Online Labour Academy as a student.
Prior Knowledge
Basic digital skills, including how to use the internet and the IFWEA Online Labour Academy as a student.
Organisation Of Course Designer:
Melanie Julie