Curriculum
Holistic Education for Children Diploma Course
Module 1: Holistic education explained
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Module 2: The Steiner Approach to education
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Module 3: Core concepts
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Module 4: The holistic curriculum I
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Module 5: The holistic curriculum II
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Module 6: The role of the teacher
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Module 7: Celebrations and colour
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Module 8: Anthroposophy I
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Module 9: Anthroposophy II
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Central Ideas of Anthroposophy
Key Concepts of Anthroposophy:
1. Spiritual Evolution:
– Explore the concept of human spiritual evolution through reincarnation and karma.
– Discuss how Anthroposophy views human life as a continuous journey of spiritual development across multiple lifetimes.
2. Threefold Nature of the Human Being:
– Introduce the idea that humans consist of three interconnected aspects: body, soul, and spirit.
– Explain how these aspects interact and influence each other in Anthroposophical thought.
3. Waldorf Education:
– Provide an overview of Waldorf education, a pedagogical approach based on Anthroposophical principles.
– Discuss key elements of Waldorf education, such as nurturing creativity, fostering holistic development, and integrating arts and academics.
4. Biodynamic Agriculture:
– Explain the principles of biodynamic agriculture, an agricultural method inspired by Anthroposophy.
– Explore how biodynamic farming views the farm as a self-sustaining organism and emphasizes holistic approaches to soil health and plant growth.
5. Anthroposophical Medicine:
– Introduce Anthroposophical medicine as a holistic approach to healthcare that integrates conventional and complementary therapies.
– Discuss the concept of the four human bodies (physical, etheric, astral, and ego) and their role in health and illness according to Anthroposophical principles.
Practical Applications:
– Discuss how the central ideas of Anthroposophy can be applied in holistic education for children.
– Provide examples of activities and teaching methods inspired by Anthroposophy, such as storytelling, artistic expression, and hands-on learning experiences.
– Encourage reflection on how integrating Anthroposophical principles into education can nurture the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of children.
Conclusion:
– Summarize the key concepts covered in the lesson and their significance for holistic education.
– Emphasize the importance of exploring Anthroposophy as a foundation for understanding and implementing holistic approaches to teaching and learning.