Peer-reviewed research2017 Otago review (McNatty & Boyes)
The return home: Transitioning from a 28-day remote outdoor education programme
The research stresses supporting students through the transition home after a long outdoor programme, including assessing learning through project work.
What's new
This research highlights the importance of addressing the transition phase of leaving a long-duration outdoor programme, and strategies used to help students adapt to returning home, school and society. It includes how to apply technical and life skills assessments through relevant project work to assess student work and aid understanding of what they have learnt.
Why it matters in Aotearoa
Useful for NZ programmes that include a transition and assessment plan.
Putting it into practice
Plan a transition phase and use project work to assess and consolidate learning.
How strong is the evidence
Peer-reviewed research; 28-day remote programme
What to read
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