Category: EDCI 336
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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....
Reflection #4 – Technology as Support Not the Focus
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 – Marysville Elementary In-Situ
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...