Course curriculum

    1. Course Description

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    2. Technical Requirements

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    3. Getting in Touch with Us

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    4. Course Facilitators

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    5. How to use this course

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    6. Required Assignments

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    1. Pre-Assessment

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    1. What is Outdoor STEM Education?

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    2. Constructivism

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    3. Place-Based Learning

    4. Experiential Learning

    5. Ecological Theory

    6. Research Supporting Outdoor STEM Learning

    7. The Role of Outdoor Experiences in Children’s Holistic Development

    8. Chapter 1 Check for Understanding

    9. Chapter 1 Reflection

    1. Cognitive Benefits

    2. Social-Emotional Growth

    3. Physical Health and Well-Being

    4. Environmental Connection

    5. Chapter 2 Check for Understanding

    6. Chapter 2 Reflection

    1. Identifying STEM Connections

    2. Science Connections

    3. Technology Connections

    4. Engineering Connections

    5. Mathematics Connections

    6. Chapter 3 Check for Understanding

    7. Chapter 3 Discussion

    1. Aligning Outdoor STEM Activities with Curriculum Standards and Frameworks

    2. Selecting Age-Appropriate Activities and Learning Objectives

    3. Planning for Safety, Risk Assessment, and Accessibility in Outdoor STEM Activities

    4. Gathering and Adapting Resources for Outdoor STEM Settings

    5. Toddler Lesson Plans

    6. Preschool Lesson Plans

    7. Chapter 4 Check for Understanding

    8. Chapter 4 Reflection

About this course

  • $28.50
  • 3 Clock Hours
  • All Approved States
  • Mixed-Age