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Peer-reviewed research2017 Otago review (McNatty & Boyes)

Assessment in senior outdoor education: A catalyst for change?

Cosgriff, M. & GillespieNew Zealand Journal of Outdoor Education: Ko Tane Mahuta Pupuke 2(5), 7-222011

The authors argue assessment can drive student learning about sustainable relationships with the outdoors, and propose five catalysts for teachers.

What's new

This paper discusses assessment in New Zealand senior school outdoor education. The authors argue it is possible for assessment to be the driver for student learning about sustainable relationships with the outdoors, and propose five catalysts that may support teachers.

Why it matters in Aotearoa

Directly relevant to NZ senior secondary outdoor education assessment.

Putting it into practice

Look at the five catalysts when designing assessment.

How strong is the evidence

Peer-reviewed NZ paper

What to read

The full article

Who it's for

TeachersEOTC coordinators
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