2024/25 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

EDUC2008 Outdoor and Experiential Learning

20 creditsClass Size: 24

Module manager: Sam Lee
Email: s.d.lee@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

In this module you will explore the concepts of outdoor & experiential learning through first-hand experience and theoretical critique. You will critically evaluate the uses, benefits, challenges and risks of outdoor & experiential learning with young people. You will also undertake a residential programme of outdoor activities and have the opportunity to participate in regular practicals as well as conservation/restoration projects.

Objectives

The students will develop a broad understanding of the theory and practice of outdoor & experiential learning through study of a range of case studies and speaking to practitioners. Links between outdoor learning and environmental education will be explored through a selection of outdoor activities enabling application of theoretical concepts of learning, facilitation, and leadership to practical activities such as climbing, caving and hill walking.

Learning outcomes
By the end of the module you will be able to:

1. Explain the concepts of experiential learning and outdoor learning clearly to young people, parents and practitioners.
2. Apply risk management in outdoor & experiential learning and demonstrate this through practical sessions and fieldwork.
3. Construct and communicate arguments around contemporary issues in outdoor & experiential learning for a range of audiences.
4. Communicate the risks involved in outdoor & experiential learning to stakeholders with limited knowledge of adventurous activities and to contextualise these risks.
5. Analyse the links between outdoor learning and environmental education, as well as some of the critical arguments in this developing field
6. Reflect upon the experience of participating in the module within the context of personal & professional development.

Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have
demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:

Sector awareness - The ability to understand what makes an education related organisation successful, and an awareness of the wider environment within which it operates.

Communication - The ability to be clear, concise, focused and respectful, communicating constructively and professionally in both online and offline environments.

Creativity - The ability to develop innovative and purposeful ideas and approaches and to respond flexibly to a range of contexts.

Collaboration - The ability to work effectively and build positive relationships with others contributing to shared aims.

Self-management - The ability to manage your behaviours, thoughts, and emotions in a conscious and productive way, knowing what to do and how to act in different situations and understanding your personal responsibility in different aspects of your life.

Syllabus

Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Supervision	2	0.50	1.00
Fieldwork	2	14.00	28.00
Lecture	4	1.00	4.00
Practical	4	2.00	8.00
Seminar	14	1.00	14.00
Independent online learning hours			45.00
Private study hours			100.00
Total Contact hours			55.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			200.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

During tutorials, seminars and throughout the residential programme.

Practitioner case studies submitted via Minerva will provide additional formative feedback at three points during the module.

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 17/05/2024 16:37:43

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