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Take it Outside: Experiential Learning in Nature

Presented By

Kathy Worobec, Michele Jones

Session Details

Date Time
April 19, 20189:00 am to 3:30 pm

Location

Spruce Grove (University of Alberta Botanic Garden)
51227 Alberta 60
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Grade Levels

All

Take it outside means just that! Join us for this full day workshop which takes place in the beautiful University of Alberta Botanical Gardens! Using our backyard and local environment as learning spaces provide enormous benefits for:

  • student academic performance
  • development of core skills that enhance physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
  • student engagement
  • ethical citizenship

We’ll explore the five core principles from EarthEd and the work of Dr. David Sobel . 

You will have a chance to:

  • observe the U of A Botanic Garden’s Green School Program in action,
  • engage in a variety of activities outdoors,
  • learn about several resources and
  • see a showcase of classroom example of learning in Nature.

Target Audience

Grades K-12 Teachers

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