Continuing education department

Short course: Training of trainers in Challenge-Based Learning

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Challenge-based learning (CBL) by CHARM-EU: learning by tackling real-world challenges.

This training program at CBL draws on the experience ofthe CHARM-EU university alliance, of which the University of Montpellier is a member.

With this method, learners take on challenges by seeking sustainable solutions in response to concrete issues. This approach encourages learners to value their own skills but also to acquire new ones, developed through analysis of the subject, collaboration with peers and teachers, and exchanges with stakeholders involved in the challenges.

See the training brochure

Objectives

  1. Understanding the principles of CBL: gaining a thorough understanding of the principles and methodologies of challenge-based learning.
  2. Integrate transdisciplinary principles: involve training providers and external stakeholders
  3. Develop new teaching skills: design and implement CBL activities, create real-world challenges, facilitate collaboration, and guide learners.
  4. Encouraging learner engagement: techniques for motivating and encouraging learner engagement, promoting active learning.
  5. Use digital tools for collaboration, research, and reporting.
  6. Collaborate and network with peers to share best practices and develop a community of practice around CBL.
  7. Engaging in reflective practice to continuously improve CBL activities

The advantages of the training program

  • Innovative educational approach, experiencing strong growth at the European level
  • Approach connected to the "real world," involving stakeholders (businesses, public services, associations, etc.)
  • Testimonials and concrete examples of CBL implementation
  • Collaborative approach, interdisciplinarity, and collective intelligence
  • Expert trainers European University Alliance CHARM EU
  • International networking and resources

Teaching staff

Vanessa VIGANO

Educational engineer, IT and digital expert at the University of Montpellier, head of the EdTech and AI working group of the European university alliance CHARM-EU. Specialized in the design of hybrid and international courses, with a strong focus on challenge-based learning.

Roland THALER

Educational engineer in the continuing education department at the University of Montpellier, lecturer in environment and land use planning at UM, developer of training partnerships involving external stakeholders (companies, public services, associations, etc.) within the European university alliance CHARM-EU.

Yuanfei HUANG

Educational engineer at the European University Alliance CHARM-EU at the University of Montpellier, Doctor of Social Psychology, Lecturer and researcher in educational sciences, specializing in the skills-based approach and in educational and training engineering.

Training session

A training session is planned for the current year:

July 9, 2026, to July 10, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

In-person training including testimonials from experts, both in person and remotely

  • Training location: CHARM-EU University Alliance, University of Montpellier, Richter Campus
  • Price: €490

Are you interested in this training course?

For more information and to apply, contact us (sfc-formations@umontpellier.fr).

See the degree brochure:

Short Training Brochure – Challenge-Based Learning – PDF 1 MBDownload