Outdoor learning is going to play a major part in how children learn and the teaching is done going forward. I like the quotation by Penny Whitehouse , “Don’t tell children about the world, show them.” I agree with this strongly because the more hands-on you get with experiences the more effective learning takes place. When people are able to internalize experiences they become a part of them and they are better able to relate to concepts being taught.
I like the idea of starting with one seed, one idea, one concept the importance is to get started. I know there will be challenges in getting back to the classroom, because of the various restraints, however, being outdoors provides a more healthy, effective and stimulating way to introduce concepts. Although learning automatically takes place outdoors, it is very important to have a more intentional way of teaching. This can be viewed as outdoor learning. Having signs and postings in the garden shows the life of the garden and gives a lead way for more relaxing and sensorial experiences to take place.
I really enjoyed the class and it helped me to be more structured, focused and intentional in planning and executing outdoor lessons for the future. It adds a new dimension to the way I conduct my outdoor learning experiences.