A to Z of learning outside the classroom / Russell Grigg and Helen Lewis.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Grigg, Russell, author.

Lewis, Helen, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education, Higher.

Educational innovations.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (194 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London : Bloomsbury, 2016.

Summary:

This book explores the importance and potential of out-of-class learning in enhancing children's development and addressing challenges in modern education. It highlights the declining trend of outdoor play and its adverse effects on children's physical, mental, and creative well-being. The book provides practical guidance for educators and parents on fostering outdoor and experiential learning, emphasizing its role in improving literacy, numeracy, creativity, and general knowledge. It also examines the pedagogical framework necessary for effective implementation and presents an A-to-Z guide of diverse out-of-class learning environments, from beaches and museums to virtual learning platforms. The book is aimed at educators, parents, and policymakers seeking to reconnect children with nature, community, and experiential education. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover; Half-title; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; Part 1: Questions; What is the nature and scope of out-of-class learning?; Why is out-of-class learning important?; What theories underpin out-of-class learning?; What contribution can out-of-class experiences make to the teaching of literacy, numeracy and the wider curriculum?; What are the practical things to consider?; How do we evaluate out-of-class provision?; Conclusion; Part 2: A-Z entries; A is for Allotments; B is for Beaches; C is for Castles; D is for Dens; E is for Environmental centres; F is for Farms

G is for GalleriesH is for Home learning environments; I is for Islands; J is for Jungles; K is for Kitchens; L is for Libraries; M is for Museums; N is for Neighbourhood; O is for Observatories and planetariums; P is for Ponds; Q is for Quiet places; R is for Rivers; S is for Shops; T is for Theatres; U is for Underground; V is for Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs); W is for Worship, places of; X is for X marks the spot; Y is for Yards; Z is for Zoos; Appendices; References

Notes:

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Includes bibliographical references.

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ISBN:

1-4729-2121-6

OCLC:

945873553