sujidehart5Oct 1, 20215 minBest Practice Service in Outdoor EducationIf we want students to care about our planet, and thus care for our planet, getting them connected to and immersed in nature seems like...
Alex MoxonAug 15, 20214 minThe Role of Outdoor Learning in Nurturing the Whole Spectrum of Human IntelligenceThe Theory of Multiple Intelligence According to the Theory of Multiple Intelligence by Harvard psychologist, Howard Gardner, there are...
Alex MoxonJun 17, 20205 minIs Outdoor Learning the Solution to Coronavirus (COVID-19)?This blog post examines the current research emerging globally on the novel coronavirus and links this to the context of outdoor education.
Alex MoxonMar 6, 20203 minWhy Build An Outdoor Classroom?A great way to promote outdoor learning and play is to create an outdoor classroom on your school grounds or educational site.
Scott SchumannFeb 5, 20204 minTime to Eddy Out? Considering Outdoor Education in the Midst of the Novel Coronavirus.Coronavirus is making it difficult to confidently take students overseas where many outdoor education experiences happen.
Alex MoxonFeb 3, 20201 minThe Impact of One Hour of Outdoor Learning a Week for Children and Teachers As little as an hour a week of outdoor learning has tremendous benefits for children and also boosts teachers' job satisfaction.
Alex MoxonDec 13, 20195 minCharting the Path to Environmental StewardshipExperiential education (or hands-on education) is one of the most powerful tools and approaches for creating environmental awareness.
Alex MoxonOct 8, 20194 minSustainability Education in Action: Three Inspiring Case StudiesRaising awareness of environmental issues and understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (the ‘Global Goals’ or ‘SDGs’) is vital.
Alex MoxonSep 13, 20194 minPart II: Rivers Are Perfect for Sustainability Education. Here's How.This article follows on from Part I: Rivers Are Perfect for Teaching Sustainability. Here's Why! Background The living things found in a...
-Jul 21, 20193 minWhen Do Teenagers Fall Out of Love With Nature? We all know young children are easily engaged and fascinated by nature. But when do they fall out of love?
Mike EdmondstoneJun 25, 20194 minHow Can Food Growing Benefit Outdoor Teaching?There are countless benefits of children growing your own food, from the nutritional value of eating fresh vegetables.
Alex MoxonJun 14, 20193 minA Brief Lesson in Human History and Child DevelopmentEveryday we expect children to sit in small boxes we call classrooms, and focus on learning through books and pencils indoors.
Alex MoxonMay 22, 20194 minHow to Apply Metacognitive Tools in Outdoor EducationThis article looks at ways that meta-cognition can be used to maximize the outcomes and performance of children in outdoor learning.
Alex MoxonMay 15, 20194 minHow Good Really Are You? The Importance of Self-Efficacy Beliefs as Educators.Over-inflated self-efficacy beliefs among educators can result in delayed skills development or inappropriate acceptance of risk.
Alex MoxonMay 3, 20193 min"A Career in the Environment? But There's No Money in That!"Children pick up on tiny cues from their parents, teachers and wider society. They are sponges constantly scanning their surroundings for...
Alex MoxonApr 23, 20193 minPart I: Rivers Are Perfect for Teaching Sustainability. Here's Why!River systems are perfect for children to study how their day-to-day actions can have wide-reaching impacts on a river's water quality...
Alex MoxonApr 13, 20195 minThere's a Buzz in the Air For Outdoor Education. But Are We Missing Something?Outdoor education has a long history. But sadly it's not always received the kudos it deserves. For too long it's been sidelined as a...
Alex MoxonMar 26, 20193 minAre You "Nature Smart?" How to Awaken Naturalistic Intelligence in ChildrenMultiple Intelligence Theory In 1983, Multiple Intelligence Theory was first put forth by Professor Howard Gardner in his ground-breaking...
Alex MoxonMar 20, 20193 minTop 10 Tips for Outdoor Environmental TeachingOutdoor environmental education is a brilliant way to engage students with hands-on science and ecological understanding that reinforces...
Alex MoxonMar 11, 20194 min5 Simple Ways to Inspire a Love of Nature and the Outdoors Among ChildrenChildren need surprisingly little to develop a love of nature and the outdoors - essentially it's coded into their DNA. Children didn't...