National Network for Outdoor Learning
Strategic Seminar
Wednesday 20th November 2019 10-3pm
Glasgow Youth Hostel,
The strategic seminar for the National Network for Outdoor Learning is for those who have a strategic role in delivery or research in Outdoor Learning. This event is not appropriate for teachers or educators - we have the fabulous Dirty Weekend in March which will be shared nearer the time.The agenda for the seminar is now confirmed and we are delighted to be joined by some exciting speakers who will share relevant policy and research relating to outdoor learning.
10 – 10.15
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Arrival coffee
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10.15-10.30
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Welcome
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10.30-11.10
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Keynote
Sophie Finlayson - Policy Manager Outdoor Learning, Scottish Government
'Early
Learning and Childcare Expansion: Outdoor Learning Progress'
Janet Donaldson - Vogrie Outdoor Early Learning and Childcare Centre, Midlothian Council |
11.10- 11.40
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Keynote
Prof
Richard Mitchell - Glasgow University
'Good
news, bad news: natural environments and health'
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11:40-11:50
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Comfort break
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11:50-12:10
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Keynote
Liam Cahill - Policy Manager, Learning Directorate - Scottish Government
Outdoor
Learning through Learning for Sustainability
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12:15
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Lunch break – bring own lunch
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1.00 – 2.00
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Matt Robinson, Learning Through Landscapes -
International School Grounds
Conference
Natalie White, East Ayrshire Council -
Outdoor Learning - Equity for All
Sharon Cunningham and Penny Martin, Scottish Natural Heritage -
Outdoor Learning and Play Research
Andrew Bagnall, Edinburgh City Council -
The
Outdoor Learning Map
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2-2:45
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Sharing Good Practice
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2.45 -3
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Evaluation – What next?
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