The What and Why of Outdoor Learning

In episode 34, Marina defines outdoor learning and shares practical examples of its implementation in schools. Additionally, she explores the broader social and economic context we live in and questions if our education system should provide more opportunities for young people to understand political and economic processes, especially with the backdrop of the upcoming UK General elections.

It seems remiss to spend 14-16 years in education without grasping basic democracy and economics, and giving young people a platform to voice their ideas. As we develop a practical climate curriculum, addressing these wider systems is crucial.

In this Episode Marina discusses:

• The significance of outdoor learning and nature-based education within a broader social and economic context.
• Balancing respect for boundaries with personal growth and environmental sustainability is essential.
• Outdoor learning supports children's healthy development, attachment, and self-regulation, and should integrate the best educational research.
• Valuing diversity and sustainability in outdoor learning, along with co-creating outcomes with children, is vital.
• Education and society must urgently adapt to climate change and environmental degradation.
• Outdoor learning, experiential education, and community involvement are key to addressing these challenges.

Show Notes:

https://theoutdoorteacher.com/podcasts/the-what-and-why-of-outdoor-learning/

Music by Geoff Robb: www.geoffrobb.com

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