The model project "Training for trainers" will offer the trainers an opportunity for reflection and change of his/her own training activity, particularly the connection between theory, practice and art. The participants in the 4 one-week blocks will develop individual model projects as part of an action research programme. This will give rise to a generous selection of examples which can throw a light on conditions, possibilities and limitations of the "threefold approach". Examples which will make visible the connections between the three modes of learning will be shown. The participants will be able to work on their own training activity, as well as making a contribution to the research and modelling of the threefold approach to vocational education and training.

Phases of the research programme

1. Introduction to basic aspects (Week 1):
   1. The threefold approach: background, conditions, foundation.
   2. Illustrations of the connection between practice, theory and art.
   3. Exercises in the threefold approach.
   4. Introduction to action research.
2. Questions and inquiries as a preparation for individual projects (between week 1 and 2):
   1. What are the needs of the disabled people?
   2. What are the needs and the aims of the young people in training?
   3. Which abilities, impulses and developing needs do I have as a teacher/trainer?
   4. What competencies are needed in contemporary education and training?
   Tools: Student questionnaires. Co-workers questionnaires. Questionnaires for self- evaluation. Presentation of contemporary education and training research. Exchange of teaching/training and guidance experiences.
3. Drafting and discussing individual education and training projects (Week 2):
   1. The participants formulate and develop their own projects. The projects will be presented and evaluated with respect to coherence and practicability.
4. Implementation of the projects:
   Tools: Questionnaires for self-evaluation. Student questionnaires. Peer evaluation by a visiting colleague. Mentor guidance.
5. Oral and written presentation of the project:
   • Evaluation by a mentor.
   • Summaries for project documentation.