Outdoor Education Specialisation

<p>How can we understand and develop pedagogical practices outside the classroom in a time of ecological and social change? This course offers a theoretical specialization in outdoor education and sustainability pedagogy, with a focus on current research. By connecting historical and contemporary perspectives on the role of the environment in education, we explore how place, learning and sustainability interact.</p><p>The course engage with central theories and concepts in outdoor education and environmental and sustainability education, and provides tools for analysing didactic choices with regard to inclusion, accessibility and cultural aspects. Particular emphasis is placed on ethical issues, such as the relationship between humans and nature and the educator's responsibility in sustainability issues.</p><p>By working with concrete didactic situations in natural environments, the student develops his/her ability to reflect on and renew his/her pedagogical practice. The course also provides the opportunity to immerse oneself in academic communication and to formulate and defend one's own positions in dialogue with current research.</p><p>Teaching takes place through literature studies, seminars and didactic analysis assignments. The student works both individually and in groups.&nbsp;</p>