A Presentation for Carnival at Abington Park Children

A Presentation for Carnival at Abington Park

"Children cannot learn by textbooks and computers alone. They need to experience the real world for themselves if they are truly to understand their role within it and the part they can play in the future " - Real World Learning

Welcome to the carnival!

The Task!

Outline of the day Year 3 part A Year 3 Part B Arrive Art Lesson Music Lesson Art Lesson Lunch Performance Computing Lesson Computing lesson Performance Leave

Why learn outside?

It makes learning more engaging Different New It learning styles can be met experiences lead to better cognitive understanding develops an interest in the environment and wider surroundings

It makes learning relevant Abstract learning concepts become real in a real life context allows children to associate the content with their own experiences

It can nurture creativity and imagination Allows children to learn in role Cross curricular nature

What are some issues of outside learning should be considered? Can Certain be too disorganised activities can prevent experiences being enjoyed Outdoor learning may not be associated with units of work

Why Abington park?

Low cost Free Only to access area transportation costs need to be considered

It is close Promotes Familiar local pride enough to address any phobias of new places Reduced travel times

It is a great space that: Is Has safe and secure Has wide open spaces Has essential facilities natural performance areas that link in with our activities

" There is significant research evidence about the effectiveness of Learning Outside the Classroom, particularly Outdoor Learning and residential experiences, in raising achievement and developing attitudes, attributes and skills " - Challenge to Directors of Children’s Services

References Dillon, J. Rickinson, M. Teamey, K. Morris, M. Young Choi, M. Saunders, D. and Benefield, P. (2006) The value of outdoor learning: Evidence from research in the UK and elsewhere. School Science Review 87(230)