For the first time, the Directorate of National Education, Youth and Sports has organised a dedicated training day focused entirely on the history of Monaco…
Open to educators from all disciplines, not only history, but also French, economics and beyond, the initiative was designed to strengthen both subject knowledge and teaching practice.
The aim is twofold: to support teachers newly arrived in Monaco who may be unfamiliar with the Principality’s past, and to offer experienced staff an opportunity to refresh their approach, update resources and explore new ways of engaging students. While participation was voluntary, the importance of teaching Monaco’s history from primary through to secondary level was a central theme throughout the day.
The programme was structured in two parts. The morning focused on historical foundations, led by specialists including archivists and historians who provided key sources and context. The afternoon shifted to practical application, with case studies and classroom approaches presented by teachers and researchers, ensuring participants left with concrete tools they could immediately use.
Topics ranged from the Spanish protectorate and influential female figures of the 18th century, to Prince Albert I, Monaco’s role during the World Wars, and the Principality’s place on the international stage today. By encouraging cross-disciplinary links, the training underlined how Monaco’s history helps students better understand both the past and the present, and how even a small state can play a significant role on the world stage.
