Learning Outcomes

We were asked about our learning outcomes from the project.
The question was a good motivation to sum up our stay in Portugal. Here is, what we discovered ;)

Paula

I learnt: 

• how to speak to the bigger group of children and how to take care of them;
• the creativity in communication, especially how to talk with "my hands and legs" (when my basic Portuguese was not enough to talk with kids)
• various games and outdoor activities and how to organise free time for children;
• living in an international environment taught me how to be more tolerant and respectful person;

I've gained linguistic skills: 

• I had a perfect possibility to practise my English;
• I learnt some basic Portuguese phrases, mostly these which were useful in rope park or at work with children (and I got to know about my good Portuguese accent, maybe I should have stayed in Portugal? );
• I felt on my skin, what it means that all people smile in the same language =)

By the project I feel enriched:

• with new experiences (in working with youth and children);
• with the knowledge about Portuguese culture and customs (connected with exploring the country);
• with fresh motivation to develop my skills and gain more experience in outdoor work with youth;

Monika

• Through the project I got to know not only a beautiful country that is Portugal, but its culture, customs, history, daily life of people.
• I visited interesting places and got to know their stories. 
• Working in rope park taught me, what the job of rope park monitor is.
• I learnt how to use professional equipment and its maintenance.
• I passed the routes on my own and lead the course.
• I climbed  the climbing wall, defeating my fear of heights. 
• I learnt how to work with children and about the organization of their leisure time
• I learnt basic phrases, gestures used by the local population, as well as strenghtened my knowledge of English language, learnt greater assertiveness, team work and responsibility for others. 
• I broadened my cultural horizons, and linguistic, professional and social skills.