On November 5–7, 2026, Iakob Gogebashvili Telavi State University hosted a three-day training course entitled “Knowledge and Values Education” within the framework of the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) project PROVE – “Promoting Values Education in Higher Education Institutions in the South Caucasus” (Project No. 101178922). The training aimed to support teachers’ professional development and promote the integration of innovative pedagogical approaches into teaching and learning.

The training focused on VaKE (Values and Knowledge Education), a pedagogical approach that integrates knowledge construction, reflection on value dilemmas, critical thinking, and evidence-based argumentation.

During the training, participants were introduced to the theoretical foundations of the VaKE approach, its key principles, and opportunities for its practical application in educational settings. Particular emphasis was placed on the methodology of developing and discussing value dilemmas, strategies for facilitating classroom discussions, and the importance of making knowledge-based decisions.

The training was conducted in an interactive format. Participants explored and discussed ways of integrating the VaKE approach into the teaching of various school subjects.

The training was delivered over three days. The first session took place online on November 5, while on November 6 and 7, participants attended face-to-face workshops at Telavi State University.

Upon completion of the training, participants were awarded certificates of participation.

Telavi State University’s involvement in this project contributes to the dissemination of modern pedagogical approaches and the development of an educational environment in which knowledge acquisition is closely linked to reflection on values, critical thinking, and responsible decision-making.