University of Edinburgh explores learning in the outdoors
Take a look at this great web based resource developed by Edinburgh Earth Initiative at the University of Edinburgh: Integrating nature based and outdoor learning in HE Discover ways of conceptualising this type of learning, and practical guidelines, site details, and resources to enable educators to transform where and how [...]
New guide to help education professionals use research wisely
The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) have published "Using research evidence: a concise guide" to help staff make best use of the wide range of education research available to them.
Guidance for Outdoor Mental Health Interventions: IOL releases Statements of Good Practice
The Institute for Outdoor Learning (IOL) share statements which set out a view on competence when combining mental health and well-being interventions with outdoor learning. This includes a great summary video on ‘An introduction to Outdoor Therapy’ which sets the context for this approach. The primary goal was to develop [...]
Improving primary science guidance advocates real world learning
The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) have published a new guidance report, “Improving Primary Science”, complete with six practical, evidence-based recommendations to support primary science teachers and leaders in making meaningful improvements to their current science teaching provision. One of these recommendations includes linking science learning to relevant, real-world contexts e.g. “Taking [...]
Out to Play – caring for our outdoor spaces
It’s an exciting time for ELC and outdoor learning in Scotland! Good news - the Early Learning and Childcare Directorate have published Out to Play - caring for our outdoor spaces (3 October 2023). This is part of the Out to Play guidance series, that aims to support Early Learning [...]
Facilitating Nature-Based Learning with Autistic Students
The Forest School Association have signposted this newly published paper (online, 21 July 2023) by Samantha Friedman, et al. This paper shares research on this subject, and considers how nature-based learning may be made more accessible for autistic people. Four main domains are considered: safety, structure and routine, trust, and responsiveness. Advice [...]
Enjoy Scotland’s Outdoors leaflets – now in Gaelic!
These leaflets share how to enjoy your access rights and follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Leaflets covers general access information, information for dog owners, and camping information. A Gaelic version is available to download on each these pages.
Be tick aware!
If you are planning on being outside in natural spaces for outdoor learning and play, or for any other reason, you need to be tick aware. Check out tick guidance in this Public Health Scotland news report (4 April 2023) and practical advice from NHS Inform, so you can continue [...]
