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Peer-reviewed research2017 Otago review (McNatty & Boyes)

A retrospective study of social relations in a Danish primary school class taught in 'udeskole'

Hartmeyer, R. & Mygind, E.Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning 16(1), 78-892016International

The study looks at how teaching a class outside one day a week influenced pupils' social relationships.

What's new

Researchers have emphasised the positive influence of the outdoors on social development. The article explores a nature class taught outside the classroom one day a week and how it influences the social relationships of the pupils.

Why it matters in Aotearoa

Suggests regular outdoor days may help social relationships in a class.

How strong is the evidence

Peer-reviewed retrospective study; Danish primary class

What to read

The full article

Who it's for

TeachersEOTC coordinators
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