Non-formal education is a dynamic method that follows society ’ s developments . During the years various techniques regarding non-formal education have been improved and an international network of non-formal educators has developed .
To learn more about non-formal education techniques , get to know experienced trainers and get in touch with youth organizations operating around the world , there are several tools , in this regard the European Commission has developed a “ SALTO ” agency .
To learn more we suggest you to visit the following website : https :// www . salto-youth . net
During the years non-formal educators have developed a specific field related to human rights topics , Human Rights non-formal education . In this regard the most known educational tool is “ Compass ”. Compass is a manual for Human Rights Education for young people , published by the Council of Europe for an international audience . Compass addresses educators and young people and offers practical activities , information supporting the handled topics and a methodological and pedagogical introduction . The “ Compass ” manual is constantly updated and developed thanks to the help of experienced trainers ; it is totally free in its English , French and Arabic versions . A complete online version of “ Compass ” is available on this website : http :// www . coe . int / en / web / compass
One of the most notorious tools for non-formal skills certification is the Youthpass , promoted by the European Commission in order to certify skills gained by young people and adults during their participation to learning processes based on non-formal education methods . For further information visit the relative website : https :// www . youthpass . eu
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