
Participants will get an introduction to the topics, know the outline for the course as well as an introduction to me, my background and my experience.
Learn about Ella Flatau and the first Danish Forest Kindergarten.
What other pioneers in Nature Pedagogy and Forest Kindergartens/Schools can you learn more about?
Know about the different ways Forest kindergartens are set up in Denmark.
Observe children learning through play in a Forest Kindergarten in Denmark- what skills are they developing? What new knowledge are they gaining?
Dive into the elements of Nature Pedagogy with me and why it fits well with the Danish pedagogy too. Understand what differences I feel there are between Forest Kindergartens and Outdoor Learning by itself.
John Dewey believed in Education using the world around the students to make real life connections- here I tie this into Nature Pedagogy and Outdoor Learning Through Play.
Learn why I think Forest Kindergartens, Forest Sessions and Outdoor Learning materials are getting so popular- and what the benefits are of Outdoor Learning through Play.
What are a few ways that you can incorporate Nature Pedagogy in your setting- even if this is a traditional indoor Early Years setting?
Know what the key elements are of Outdoor Learning Through Play and why the outdoors offers different kinds of learning than the indoors. Understand the roles of the Adults in Outdoor Learning Through Play.
So why Learning Through Play?
Know of reasons why Outdoor Learning through Play can improve the future for your learners.
How sure are you that the learners in your setting are Learning through Play?
Use key elements to identifying Learning Through Play to observe your learners.
Forest Kindergarten, Nature Pedagogy & Learning Through Play
Immerse yourself in the transformative world of early childhood education with my course on Forest Kindergartens, Nature Pedagogy, and Learning Through Play.
This comprehensive course covers four key areas:
History of Danish Forest Kindergartens: Delve into the origins and evolution of the Danish forest kindergarten model, exploring its principles and success stories that have inspired outdoor education globally.
Nature Pedagogy: Gain insights into nature pedagogy, a teaching philosophy that emphasises the importance of nature in children's learning and development. Learn how to incorporate natural elements into educational practices effectively.
Learning Through Play: Discover the power of play as a fundamental aspect of early childhood education. Understand how unstructured, outdoor play fosters physical, cognitive, and social development.
Practicalities for Outdoor Learning: Equip yourself with practical strategies and tips for implementing outdoor learning and play. This section is designed for educators or even parents eager to take learning through play into the great outdoors.
By linking these subjects to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 4.7, this course emphasises the role of education in promoting sustainable development, global citizenship, and a deep respect for cultural diversity and the environment. Join Jen Fagan Simonsen to cultivate a nature-focused learning environment that prepares children for a sustainable and interconnected world.