Early childhood-nature relations in Scottish school-based outdoor learning
NatureScot’s Magnus Magnusson Studentship supported a PhD research project at the University of Edinburgh’s Moray House School of Education and Sport. This research aimed to learn more about the role nature plays in outdoor learning. Read this summary report which outlines the research conducted by Dr Chris Mackie. Check out [...]
Exploring the Impact of Forest School Education
This Forest School Association Guest Blog (11 April 2024) takes a look at notable research.
Benefits of gardening with children are backed by research
The Children & Nature Network have reshared this Research Digest that summarizes studies focusing on the benefits of garden-related activities for children. Also included are studies highlighting unique strategies used by programs to engage children and youth in gardening activities.
A narrative review of reviews of nature exposure and human health and well-being in the UK
Published by Natural England (March 2024), this extensive review was completed to provide a clear understanding of existing evidence linking exposure to nature and human health and well-being. It looks at the impact of exposure to natural environments and active engagement with them. The review adds to understanding of the [...]
Fuzzy Cognitive Mapping developed through John Muir Award research
This John Muir Trust news article (13 March 2024) shares early findings from this research project as a system intervention for a healthier planet and people. The method explores interconnected factors that impact on young people’s nature connectedness and relationship with wild places.
Listen to the Make Space for Nature podcast!
NatureScot’s Make Space for Nature podcast is now live, featuring the collaborative research project Scotland’s outdoor classroom: enriching learning by heading outside The podcast is available on all the usual podcast apps: Facebook post here Instagram post here LinkedIn post here Tweet on X, as before, is here
Invitation to a Study: Hearing wildlife
University of Derby researchers are interested in exploring the impact of listening to brief recordings about different wildlife species on people’s knowledge and attitudes towards them. This is a voluntary role, although participants can enter a prize draw. Taking part in this study will contribute to knowledge about people’s relationships [...]
Forest School Research Symposium June 26th – 28th 2024
The Forest School Association (FSA) and the University of Liverpool offer the world’s first International Research Symposium of Forest School: The Interdisciplinary Perspectives, Practices and Principles of Forest School. It will take place at the University of Liverpool, in the Hub on the 26th – 28th June 2024. Find out [...]
