GreenVET pathway

Original language

German

Original title of the resource

FreiDAY

English translation of the title

FreeDAY

Organization

Schule im Aufbruch

Year of the publication

2026

Keyword

(Vocational) education for sustainable development

Keyword

SDG 4: Quality education

Keyword

SDG 17: Partnerships for the goals

Format

Website / Online Platform

Vocational/professional sector

 

Sector

Various sectors

What is the resource about?

freiDAY ist ein schulisches Lernformat, bei dem Schüler*innen regelmäßig Zeit bekommen (z. B. einen Tag pro Woche oder feste Stunden), um an eigenen Projekten zu arbeiten. Dabei geht es oft um echte gesellschaftliche Probleme wie Nachhaltigkeit oder soziale Themen, an denen sie in Teams arbeiten. Ziel ist es, Selbstständigkeit, Verantwortung und praktische Problemlösefähigkeiten zu stärken.

What is the resource about? (in English)

freiDAY is a school-based learning format in which students dedicate regular time (Freitag/Freiday=Friday/Freeday) to work on self-chosen projects that address real-world challenges. These projects are typically linked to sustainability, social issues, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and students work in teams to develop practical solutions beyond traditional classroom subjects. The approach aims to strengthen student agency, responsibility, and future-oriented skills by connecting learning directly to societal problems.

Why is the resource useful for VET actors?

freiDAY ist auch für die berufliche Bildung relevant, weil es selbstständiges, projektbasiertes Lernen fördert, das gut zur Arbeitswelt passt. Dabei entwickeln die Lernenden wichtige überfachliche Kompetenzen wie Teamarbeit, Eigeninitiative und Kreativität. Außerdem verbindet es Lernen mit realen gesellschaftlichen und nachhaltigen Herausforderungen, was über reine Fachinhalte hinausgeht.

Why is the resource useful for VET actors? (in English)

freiDAY is relevant for Vocational Education and Training because it promotes self-directed, project-based learning that mirrors real workplace problem-solving. It helps learners develop transversal skills such as teamwork, responsibility, creativity, and initiative, which are highly valued in vocational contexts. It also connects training to real-world sustainability and social challenges, supporting competence development beyond narrow occupational skills.

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