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Diumenge 8 de febrer de 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Avui diumenge, hem iniciat la nostra aventura finesa a la ciutat d\u2019Oulu, Capital Europea de la Cultura 2026.
\nAl mat\u00ed, hem pogut endinsar-nos en la cultura de Finl\u00e0ndia duent a terme una activitat tradicional que encara avui dia est\u00e0 vigent, com \u00e9s la pesca al gel del mar B\u00e0ltic. Aquest, a la zona del golf de B\u00f2tnia, que \u00e9s on se situa Oulu, actualment compta amb 60 cent\u00edmetres de gel. El nostre guia ens ha informat que aquest gruix pot suportar el pes d\u2019un cotxe.
\nPer altra banda, tamb\u00e9 hem apr\u00e8s el lema \u201cJokamiehenoikeus\u201d, que en fin\u00e8s significa que qualsevol persona, sigui qui sigui, pot gaudir de la natura tant en zones p\u00fabliques com privades, sempre que es faci amb respecte.
\nA la tarda, ens hem dirigit a l\u2019Ajuntament d\u2019Oulu, que ha obert les portes per comen\u00e7ar el curs \u201cFull Steam\u201d. Hem conegut els formadors i hem realitzat algunes din\u00e0miques per trencar el gel (mai millor dit) i que ens permetran, a la sessi\u00f3 final, fer una reflexi\u00f3 sobre els aprenentatges adquirits.<\/p>\n

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Dilluns 9 de febrer de 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Avui ha estat un dia molt interessant en el qual hem aprofundit en el sistema educatiu fin\u00e8s, i hem pogut detectar les similituds i difer\u00e8ncies amb el nostre sistema educatiu. Com a curiositat, l\u2019educaci\u00f3 obligat\u00f2ria \u00e9s dels 6 als 18 anys i tota aquesta etapa \u00e9s totalment gratu\u00efta (incloent-hi material, transport, menjar, sortides, etc.). El seu sistema educatiu se sost\u00e9 en tres valors fonamentals: la confian\u00e7a, la igualtat i la responsabilitat.
\nDespr\u00e9s de gaudir d\u2019un t\u00edpic dinar fin\u00e8s, hem comen\u00e7at amb la introducci\u00f3 a la pedagogia STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths) i les seves principals caracter\u00edstiques. Posteriorment, hem fet grups de treball i hem comen\u00e7at a desenvolupar un treball per projectes tenint en compte els Objectius de Desenvolupament Sostenible (ODS).
\nPer finalitzar la jornada, hem pogut gaudir d\u2019una de les activitats socials m\u00e9s apreciades pels finlandesos i finlandeses: la sauna i el bany en gel. Ha estat tota una experi\u00e8ncia poder gaudir-ne amb gent aut\u00f2ctona, que ens ha guiat en com fer-ne un \u00fas correcte i, d\u2019aquesta manera, poder treure\u2019n el m\u00e0xim profit.<\/p>\n

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Dimarts 10 de febrer de 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Avui, dimarts, hem pogut finalitzar el projecte iniciat el dia anterior amb el nostre grup de treball. Hem pogut veure en primera persona totes les fases d\u2019un projecte STEAM: Objectiu, Tasca o Repte, Context, Ideaci\u00f3, Planificaci\u00f3, Execuci\u00f3 i Difusi\u00f3. Ha sigut interessant veure com cada grup ha creat diferents solucions per a reptes relacionats amb els diferents ODS.
\nHavent dinat, ens hem repartit en dos grups per a les tasques de la tarda. Un grup ha fet una sessi\u00f3 pr\u00e0ctica d\u2019emprenedoria relacionada amb la metodologia STEAM. En aquest cas, hem tornat a fer grups de treball, per\u00f2 la nostra missi\u00f3 era plantejar un possible projecte per a l\u2019alumnat. Calia tenir present les diferents fases treballades i plantejar un repte que tingu\u00e9s en compte la col\u00b7laboraci\u00f3 d\u2019empreses o institucions.
\nPer acabar, ens hem dirigit al Museu d\u2019Art d\u2019Oulu (Oulun Taidemuseo), on hem pogut veure obres d\u2019art contemporani i, sobretot, destacar la zona de cultura i art Sami. Els Sami s\u00f3n un poble ind\u00edgena del nord d\u2019Europa, que viu principalment a Laponia (Noruega, Su\u00e8cia, Finl\u00e0ndia i R\u00fassia). Tenen la seva pr\u00f2pia llengua, cultura i tradicions, especialment la cria de rens i l\u2019artesania caracter\u00edstica anomenada duodji.
\nN\u00e4hd\u00e4\u00e4n!<\/p>\n

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Dimecres 11 de febrer de 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Avui al mat\u00ed hem visitat l\u2019escola d\u2019educaci\u00f3 secund\u00e0ria superior OSYK. En aquest centre estudia alumnat d\u2019entre 16 i 18 anys. \u00c9s la segona escola m\u00e9s antiga d\u2019Oulu i data de 1902.
\nTot i que en aquesta etapa educativa \u00e9s m\u00e9s complicat dur a terme projectes STEAM, aquest centre aposta per la transversalitat i tot el professorat est\u00e0 format i s\u2019hi implica des de la seva pr\u00f2pia especialitat. Cal tenir en compte que el projecte educatiu de l\u2019escola est\u00e0 especialment enfocat a les arts, i tots els exemples de projectes que ens han mostrat tenien un component art\u00edstic molt elevat.
\nUn grup d\u2019alumnes ha compartit amb nosaltres el projecte \u201cChristmas Window Decoration\u201d, un projecte STEAM en qu\u00e8 l\u2019objectiu era fer les decoracions de les finestres del centre d\u2019acord amb la tradici\u00f3 d\u2019Oulu. A partir d\u2019aqu\u00ed, van seguir totes les fases del proc\u00e9s STEAM i, en el moment de la construcci\u00f3 dels diferents elements, van comptar amb el suport de la universitat i del FabLab (centre que disposa de m\u00e0quines diverses com ara impressora 3D, talladora l\u00e0ser, etc.).
\nUn cop acabada la visita, hem pogut compartir el dinar amb l\u2019alumnat del centre i aix\u00ed veure com es gestionen els \u00e0pats a l\u2019escola.
\nA la tarda, hem pogut gaudir de diferents activitats a Koiteli, on hem provat diverses maneres de despla\u00e7ar-nos per un entorn tan hivernal: raquetes de neu, el tradicional trineu de peu (potkuri) i el trineu baix (pulkka). Tamb\u00e9 hem tingut l\u2019ocasi\u00f3 de veure en directe un dels animals aut\u00f2ctons m\u00e9s famosos: el ren.
\nHuomiseen!<\/p>\n

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Dijous 12 de febrer de 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Avui hem visitat la Hintta Primary School i la Hintta Early Childhood Education Unit, dos centres que tenen espais amplis, lluminosos i molt cuidats, pensats per afavorir l\u2019autonomia i el benestar de l\u2019alumnat. Les aules estan organitzades per ambients, amb materials accessibles, racons de treball diferenciats i zones comunes obertes que faciliten el treball cooperatiu i la flexibilitat metodol\u00f2gica. El fet que els centres estiguin un al costat de l\u2019altre afavoreix la col\u00b7laboraci\u00f3 al llarg del curs escolar.
\nAl centre Hintta Early Childhood Education Unit (amb alumnat des dels 9 mesos fins als 6 anys) hem pogut observar com el joc \u00e9s l\u2019eix central de l\u2019aprenentatge. Els espais conviden a l\u2019experimentaci\u00f3 i a la creativitat, amb zones de construcci\u00f3, espais simb\u00f2lics i \u00e0rees per a l\u2019expressi\u00f3 art\u00edstica. Tot est\u00e0 pensat perqu\u00e8 els infants explorin, investiguin i aprenguin de manera activa en un entorn segur i estimulant. Tamb\u00e9 disposen d\u2019una aula sensorial on poden anar aquells infants que necessiten un espai tranquil i relaxat. La r\u00e0tio general \u00e9s d\u2019un adult per cada 7 infants; en el cas dels menors de 2 anys, aquesta baixa a un adult per cada 4 infants. A m\u00e9s, ens ha cridat molt l\u2019atenci\u00f3 l\u2019horari, ja que obren tots els dies de la setmana de 5 del mat\u00ed a 22.30 h, amb un l\u00edmit diari de 10 hores per infant i respectant dos dies de descans.
\nA la Hintta Primary School (amb alumnat dels 7 als 12 anys) hem vist com aquesta filosofia continua a l\u2019etapa de prim\u00e0ria, amb projectes interdisciplinaris que integren diferents \u00e0rees de coneixement. Les aules disposen de mobiliari flexible, zones de treball en grup i amplis espais tecnol\u00f2gics que permeten desenvolupar activitats STEAM de manera natural dins l\u2019horari lectiu. Tenen dues aules diferenciades segons el tipus de material que es treballa: d\u2019una banda, la hard handcraft room, destinada al treball amb fusta i metall; de l\u2019altra, la soft handcraft room, equipada amb diferents teles, m\u00e0quines de cosir i materials per a treballs t\u00e8xtils i art\u00edstics.
\nDurant la visita tamb\u00e9 hem participat en una activitat pr\u00e0ctica de disseny i impressi\u00f3 3D, en qu\u00e8 hem pogut experimentar el proc\u00e9s complet: des de la idea inicial i el disseny digital fins a la materialitzaci\u00f3 de la pe\u00e7a amb la impressora 3D. En aquesta escola hem pogut veure clarament la relaci\u00f3 dels projectes STEAM amb l\u2019emprenedoria, ja que disposen d\u2019un petit negoci amb les creacions de l\u2019alumnat anomenat Hintta Design.
\n\u00c9s molt sorprenent el grau d\u2019autonomia i autogesti\u00f3 que demostra l\u2019alumnat, tant a les aules com als diferents espais del centre. Hem vist com es despla\u00e7a de manera aut\u00f2noma pel centre, fa \u00fas dels ordinadors, les tauletes i tot el material tecnol\u00f2gic disponible, i utilitza el servei de pr\u00e9stec de la biblioteca escolar sense cap mena d\u2019acompanyament ni gesti\u00f3 per part de l\u2019adult. En tots aquests aspectes queda reflectit el valor que donen a la confian\u00e7a.
\nN\u00e4hd\u00e4\u00e4n!<\/p>\n

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Divendres 13 de febrer de 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Avui divendres, el dia m\u00e9s fred de la nostra estada a Oulu (hem arribat a -22 \u00baC, per\u00f2 amb una sensaci\u00f3 t\u00e8rmica de -31 \u00baC\u2026), hem fet l\u2019\u00faltima visita a un centre escolar del curs. Hem anat a la Comprehensive School Rajakyl\u00e4, amb alumnat de 7 a 16 anys.
\nAl mat\u00ed ens han explicat com treballen la metodologia STEAM a trav\u00e9s del curr\u00edculum finland\u00e8s i hem pogut visitar els diferents espais del centre. Cal tenir en compte que \u00e9s una escola especialitzada en m\u00fasica i hem pogut veure l\u2019assaig de l\u2019orquestra del centre.
\nD\u2019altra banda, ens han explicat com treballen a partir de la gamificaci\u00f3 i l\u2019aprenentatge basat en jocs, aix\u00ed com la manera com introdueixen i treballen la IA a les aules a partir dels 9-10 anys.
\nUn cop dinat, ens hem distribu\u00eft en tres grups per poder fer tres tallers: al primer, hem conegut algunes webs creades a Finl\u00e0ndia on la informaci\u00f3 s\u2019emmagatzema localment i, per tant, no va al n\u00favol ni a la xarxa, per treballar aspectes de la IA. Al segon, hem creat un vehicle amb peces de Lego per donar resposta a un repte. Finalment, hem fet una mica de programaci\u00f3 amb les plaques Micro:bit. Ens ha sorpr\u00e8s com tot el material estava a l\u2019abast de tothom i l\u2019alumnat el pot fer servir de manera aut\u00f2noma quan ho requereix.
\nHei hei!<\/p>\n

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Dissabte 14 de febrer de 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Avui ens hem tornat a trobar a l’ajuntament per fer la reflexi\u00f3 final. Primer, ha estat individualment i, posteriorment, en petits grups. Alguns grups han compartit les seves opinions sobre el que s’ha apr\u00e8s durant el curs. Cal destacar que tots i totes ja estem portant a terme projectes relacionats amb metodologia STEAM, per\u00f2 el curs ens ha ajudat a posar nom i tenir una base m\u00e9s s\u00f2lida. Al vespre tenim l’\u00faltima activitat per intentar veure aurores, per\u00f2 els n\u00favols no ens ho posaran f\u00e0cil
\nEns veiem aviat!<\/p>\n

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Sunday, February 8, 2026<\/strong>
\nToday, Sunday, we began our Finnish adventure in the city of Oulu, the European Capital of Culture 2026.<\/p>\n

In the morning, we immersed ourselves in Finnish culture by participating in a traditional activity that is still very much alive today: ice fishing on the Baltic Sea. In the Gulf of Bothnia, where Oulu is located, the ice is currently 60 centimeters thick. Our guide informed us that this thickness is enough to support the weight of a car.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, we learned about the concept of Jokamiehenoikeus. In Finnish, this means “Everyman’s Right”\u2014the principle that anyone, regardless of who they are, can enjoy nature in both public and private areas, provided it is done with respect.<\/p>\n

In the afternoon, we headed to Oulu City Hall, which opened its doors for the start of the “Full Steam” course. We met our instructors and took part in some ice-breaking activities (pun intended!) that will set the stage for our final session, where we will reflect on everything we have learned.<\/p>\n

Monday, February 9th, 2026<\/strong>
\nToday has been a very interesting day. We delved deep into the Finnish education system and identified the similarities and differences with our own. As a curious fact, compulsory education lasts from age 6 to 18 and is entirely free of charge (including materials, transport, meals, field trips, etc.). Their education system is built upon three fundamental values: trust, equality, and responsibility.<\/p>\n

After enjoying a typical Finnish lunch, we began with an introduction to STEAM pedagogy (science, technology, engineering, arts, and maths) and its main characteristics. Later, we formed working groups and started developing project-based work centered on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).<\/p>\n

To wrap up the day, we enjoyed one of the most cherished social activities for Finns: the sauna and ice bath. It was quite an experience to enjoy it alongside locals, who guided us on how to do it correctly to make the most of the benefits.<\/p>\n

Here is the translation into English, keeping a professional yet engaging tone suitable for a project diary or report.<\/p>\n

Tuesday, February 10, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Today, Tuesday, we successfully completed the project we started yesterday with our working group. We were able to experience firsthand all the phases of a STEAM project<\/b>: Objective, Task or Challenge, Context, Ideation, Planning, Execution, and Dissemination. It was fascinating to see how each group developed different solutions for challenges related to various SDGs<\/b> (Sustainable Development Goals).<\/p>\n

After lunch, we split into two groups for the afternoon sessions. One group participated in a practical entrepreneurship session linked to the STEAM methodology. For this task, we formed new working groups, but our mission this time was to design a potential project for students. We had to keep the previously studied phases in mind and propose a challenge that involved collaboration with local companies or institutions.<\/p>\n

To wrap up the day, we headed to the Oulu Museum of Art (Oulun Taidemuseo)<\/b>. We explored various contemporary artworks, with the highlight being the section dedicated to Sami culture and art<\/b>. The Sami are the indigenous people of Northern Europe, living primarily in Lapland (across Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia). They have their own distinct language, culture, and traditions\u2014most notably reindeer herding and their characteristic handicraft known as duodji<\/i>.<\/p>\n

N\u00e4hd\u00e4\u00e4n! (See you!)<\/p>\n

Wednesday, February 11th, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

This morning, we visited OSYK, an upper secondary school. The students at this center are between 16 and 18 years old. It is the second oldest school in Oulu, dating back to 1902.<\/p>\n

Although implementing STEAM projects can be more challenging at this educational stage, this school is committed to a cross-disciplinary approach; the entire teaching staff is trained and involved through their respective specialties. It is worth noting that the school\u2019s educational project is particularly focused on the arts, and all the project examples shown to us featured a very strong artistic component.<\/p>\n

A group of students shared their “Christmas Window Decoration” project with us. This was a STEAM initiative where the goal was to create window decorations for the school in keeping with Oulu\u2019s traditions. The students followed every phase of the STEAM process and, during the construction phase, they received support from the university and the FabLab (a facility equipped with various machinery such as 3D printers, laser cutters, etc.).<\/p>\n

Once the visit concluded, we shared lunch with the students, which allowed us to see firsthand how school meals are managed.<\/p>\n

In the afternoon, we enjoyed several activities in Koiteli, where we tried out different ways of getting around in such a wintry environment: snowshoes, the traditional kicksled (potkuri), and the low sled (pulkka). We also had the chance to see one of the most famous local animals in person: the reindeer.<\/p>\n

Huomiseen!<\/p>\n

Thursday, February 12, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Today we visited Hintta Primary School and the Hintta Early Childhood Education Unit, two centers that feature spacious, bright, and meticulously maintained environments designed to foster student autonomy and well-being. The classrooms are organized by learning environments (ambients), featuring accessible materials, distinct workstations, and open common areas that facilitate cooperative work and methodological flexibility. The proximity of the two centers encourages collaboration throughout the school year.<\/p>\n

At the Hintta Early Childhood Education Unit (serving children from 9 months to 6 years old), we observed how play is the central axis of learning. The spaces invite experimentation and creativity, with construction zones, symbolic play areas, and spaces for artistic expression. Everything is designed for children to explore, investigate, and learn actively within a safe and stimulating environment. They also have a sensory room available for children who need a quiet and relaxed space. The general ratio is one adult for every 7 children; for those under 2 years old, this drops to one adult for every 4 children. Additionally, the schedule caught our attention: they open every day of the week from 5:00 AM to 10:30 PM, with a daily limit of 10 hours per child and a requirement of two rest days per week.<\/p>\n

At Hintta Primary School (serving students from 7 to 12 years old), we saw how this philosophy continues into the primary stage through interdisciplinary projects that integrate different areas of knowledge. The classrooms feature flexible furniture, group work zones, and extensive technological spaces that allow STEAM activities to develop naturally within school hours. They have two specialized classrooms based on the materials being used:<\/p>\n

The hard handcraft room, dedicated to woodworking and metalwork.<\/p>\n

The soft handcraft room, equipped with various fabrics, sewing machines, and materials for textile and artistic work.<\/p>\n

During the visit, we also participated in a practical 3D design and printing activity, where we experienced the full process: from the initial idea and digital design to the physical materialization of the piece with the 3D printer. In this school, we clearly saw the connection between STEAM projects and entrepreneurship, as they run a small business featuring student creations called Hintta Design.<\/p>\n

The degree of autonomy and self-management demonstrated by the students is truly surprising, both in the classrooms and throughout the various school spaces. We witnessed how they move independently through the center, use computers, tablets, and all available technological material, and utilize the school library’s lending service without any adult supervision or management. In all these aspects, the value they place on trust is clearly reflected.<\/p>\n

N\u00e4hd\u00e4\u00e4n!<\/p>\n

Friday, February 13, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Today, Friday\u2014the coldest day of our stay in Oulu (we reached -22\u00b0C, but with a wind chill of -31\u00b0C…)\u2014we made our final school visit of the course. We visited the Rajakyl\u00e4 Comprehensive School, which serves students aged 7 to 16.<\/p>\n

In the morning, they explained how they implement the STEAM methodology through the Finnish curriculum, and we were able to tour the various facilities. Notably, this is a school specialized in music, and we had the chance to watch the school orchestra rehearsal.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, they explained their approach to gamification and game-based learning, as well as how they introduce and work with AI in the classroom starting from ages 9\u201310.<\/p>\n

After lunch, we split into three groups for workshops:<\/p>\n