Using handhelds to support students' outdoor educational activities
A pilot gave handheld computers to Year 12 geography students on a field trip and produced recommendations for using them in fieldwork.
Research, reports and guidance on education outside the classroom and outdoor education, with a plain-English summary of each and a link to the original. New items are added every week.
The library began with Education Outside the Classroom: Applied Research Readings 2010–2017(McNatty & Boyes, University of Otago, 2017). Later items were found, summarised and checked with AI assistance using the same method: every reference is checked against the publisher's record, every summary against the published abstract, and only items rated high confidence by two independent relevance checks are published. Summaries are a guide: read the original before citing it.
Research library
125 items
Time for change in outdoor learning
Outdoor learning is presented as an effective way to meet curriculum aims, with a call for fairer access and funding.
Reintroducing adventure into children's outdoor play environments
The article discusses declining outdoor play and how adventure playgrounds support learning, independence, self-esteem and positive risk-taking.
Differences in living and learning: Chinese international students in New Zealand
The article shows sociocultural factors beyond the learning experience are vital to good outcomes for Chinese international students in New Zealand.
International students in New Zealand: Needs and responses
The paper looks at international students' expectations and experiences in New Zealand and suggests proactive responses to their academic, social and financial needs.