Connecting with the Environment
As I’ve explored outdoor learning, one idea that continues to stand out is the importance of helping students connect deeply with the environment not only to learn about nature, but to learn from it....
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Reflection #4
For this task, I used Canva to design the title for my website and WordArt to create a text bubble filled with words that describe me. Canva allowed me to experiment with fonts, color,...
Building Social Skills and Classroom Community
Research on outdoor learning consistently highlights its benefits for fostering social skills and strengthening classroom community. Learning in outdoor spaces encourages students to work together, communicate effectively, and build trust in ways that traditional...
Academic Benefits of Outdoor Classrooms
As future educators, we’re always looking for ways to make learning meaningful, to move beyond memorization and help students experience concepts in action. Outdoor classrooms open up countless opportunities for this kind of learning,...
Grab and Go Outdoor Lessons
Outdoor Lessons & Activities — Plug & Play Menu Fast, Low-Prep Starters (5–10 min) Literacy & Oral Language Math with Natural Manipulatives Science & Nature Social Studies / Place-Based Arts PE / SEL Rain/Snow-Friendly...
Reflection #3
Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle: Marysville Elementary In-Situ 1. Description During this week’s in-situ at Marysville Elementary School, our group of three student teachers worked with four students to create Stop Motion videos . The goal...
Physical Health and Active Learning
Physical Health and Active Learning: Why Movement Matters and How Outdoor Activities Fight Sedentary Habits in Schools It’s no secret that today’s students are spending more time sitting than ever before at desks, in...
Mental Boost of Nature
Inquiry Question How can short, regular outdoor learning times help my students feel less anxious, improve mood, and better manage big feelings during class? Rationale (Why this matters) Simple Plan One-Week Rollout (repeat weekly)...
Reflection #2
This week in class, we explored stop-motion animation by creating a short video of penguins running away from a polar bear. Even though our group members wouldn’t describe ourselves as particularly tech-savvy, the app...
Passion Project: The Role of Outdoor Learning in Enhancing Student Well-Being
Hi! Welcome to my blog, I am currently a student in the Elementary Education Degree Program at the University of Victoria (UVIC), based at the College of the Rockies campus. As I move through...
Reflection #1 – Social Media/Technology
Growing up, I had very little exposure to technology. My parents didn’t use it, so neither did I. We didn’t even have a TV at home, and everything we did was old-fashioned, pen and...