Peer-reviewed research2017 Otago review (McNatty & Boyes)
Empathy and critical thinking: primary students solving local environmental problems through outdoor learning
The study explores outcomes of teaching primary children empathy and critical thinking to solve environmental problems.
What's new
The study explores the outcomes of teaching empathy and critical thinking with primary school children to solve environmental problems.
Why it matters in Aotearoa
Links outdoor learning to local environmental problem solving for primary students.
Putting it into practice
Have students tackle a local environmental problem using empathy and critical thinking.
How strong is the evidence
Peer-reviewed study with primary school children
What to read
The full article
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