Exploring Approaches to Teaching Outdoors – Professional Development Workshops for Pre-K – Grade 12 Educators
Join Stanley Park Ecology educators for immersive workshops designed for K-Grade 12 educators in the stunning surroundings of Stanley Park. Our Outdoor Learning Teacher Workshops invite your team of educators to cultivate your skills in inquiry-based learning and observation, encouraging you to explore the wonders of nature like never before. Through hands-on activities, you’ll learn how to engage young minds in the art of investigation—through identifying native species and interpreting lifecycles and relationships within the forest ecosystem. This workshop emphasizes critical thinking, fostering curiosity, and instilling a sense of stewardship to carry over to your students. Our workshops will equip you with field-tested activities that can be seamlessly integrated into the BC curriculum, whether you’re in a classroom, a local park, or your school grounds.
Throughout the workshops, educators will engage in experiential learning, discovering effective strategies to teach outdoors and create meaningful connections between students and their environment. We cover types of outdoor activities you can do with your students, introduce you to a ton of our resources, and also how to address barriers to working with students outdoors. Our programs are adaptable, ensuring that you can tailor your experience to fit the unique interests and needs of your group.
We host either 2 hour or 4 hour workshops, that provide a wealth of resources and techniques you can apply immediately. With a focus on collaboration and sharing best practices, you’ll leave inspired and equipped to lead your students in exploring the natural world.
Want to book a program with us for your school group? Email us at school@stanleyparkecology.ca
We also occasionally offer Pro-D event workshops that educators can sign up for individually. Click here to subscribe to our email list to be the first to know about our workshops and field trips.
You can request an online or in-person workshop in Stanley Park or at a greenspace near you by emailing school@stanleyparkecology.ca or by calling 604-257-6908 ext. 103.
Not finding what you are looking for? Check out our other programs!
- Stanley Park Field Trips
- Camps and Clubs (teachers may book club series)
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