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145: Seasonal Mastery: Enhancing Outdoor Learning Year-Round

145: Seasonal Mastery: Enhancing Outdoor Learning Year-Round

Outdoor Classrooms Podcast · Victoria Hackett, M.Ed: Learning Gardens and Nature Based Curriculum

May 6, 202523m 6s

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Episode Summary:

In today's episode, I guide you through the transformative power of seasonal learning in outdoor classrooms. From foundational skills to season-specific activities, discover how to enhance educational experiences throughout the year with the Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program.

Introduction:

* Welcome to another enriching episode of "Outdoor Classrooms."

* Explore the concept of learning through the seasons and introduce the Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program, highlighting its structured approach to outdoor education.


Step 1: The Outdoor Teaching Bootcamp

* Learn about the essential skills taught in the bootcamp that lay the groundwork for versatile learning applications across all seasons.

Seasonal Opportunities with the Seasonal Masterclass Bundle:

* Spring: Discover activities and educational opportunities unique to spring.

* Summer: Engage with explorative adventures and projects featured in the summer masterclass.

* Autumn: Explore harvest-themed activities and ecological studies included in the autumn curriculum.

* Winter: Dive into winter-specific learning topics and activities providing unique educational experiences.

Step 3: Teaching Beyond Walls Capstone Course:

* Understand how this course allows teachers to personalize and adapt lessons for year-round applicability.

* Hear success stories and potential outcomes from completing this integrative capstone course.

 

Practical Tips & Community Engagement:

* Gain practical advice on incorporating these steps into your teaching practice right away.

* Learn about the power of community engagement by organizing collaborative seasonal events for shared learning experiences.


Resources Mentioned:

* Details about the Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program. https://www.outdoor-classrooms.com/outdoor-classrooms-teacher-certification-program/

* Seasonal Masterclass Bundle https://www.outdoor-classrooms.com/explore-nature-seasonal-masterclass-bundle/

* Teaching Beyond Walls Capstone Course. https://www.outdoor-classrooms.com/product/teaching-beyond-walls-capstone-course/


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Mentioned in this episode:

Exploring Nature in Spring Masterclass

Exploring Nature in Spring Masterclass (receive all 4 seasonal courses when you enroll!): https://www.outdoor-classrooms.com/exploring-nature-in-spring-masterclass/

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