Learning outside the classroom: An inquiry into how Outdoor Learning can assist in the school’s mission statement to meet the needs of the learners

Thesis

This study investigates the potential use of Outdoor Learning, specifically Beach School, as a way to meet the needs of the learners. A Beach School Unit of Inquiry was developed following the principles of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Curriculum in the local area. Two year 5 classes participated in the Beach School Unit of Inquiry once a week. Both classes followed the same Unit of inquiry on the topic ‘Diverse Scotland’. Findings suggest that Beach School is an...

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Authors: Goldsmith, W

• Type of award: MSc
• Level of award: Masters
• Awarding institution: University of Oxford
• Language: English
• Keywords: Distinction; MLT2019; MLT
• Subjects: Education