Early Years Learning in Australian Natural Environments

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Fran Hughes (Lecturer in early childhood education, Lecturer in early childhood education, University of New England and TAFE NSW) Sue Elliott (Senior Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, University of New England)

Early Years Learning in Australian Natural Environments

Fran Hughes (Lecturer in early childhood education, Lecturer in early childhood education, University of New England and TAFE NSW), Sue Elliott (Senior Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, University of New England), Karen Anderson (Kindergarten teacher, Kindergarten teacher, Balnarring Preschool) , Barbara Chancellor (Lecturer, Lecturer, Federation University)

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OUP Australia and New Zealand
28 October 2021

Education; Pre-school & kindergarten; Teacher training; Educational material

Equip your students with the theoretical and practical knowledge to thrive outdoors in natural learning environments.

Early Years Learning in Australian Natural Environments provides pre-service and practising teachers with the knowledge and skills to connect children with nature through outdoor play and learning. Rich with contemporary theory, research, practical guidance and provocations, this text addresses a range of topics related to Immersive Nature Play Programs in the early years. These include the benefits of learning in natural spaces, First Nations People’s perspectives, understandings about pedagogical interactions and policies, and education for sustainability and risk management.

Written by an experienced team of Australian authors, this book will support pre-service teachers in developing a deep understanding of how nature-based play and learning can promote children’s wellbeing and development.KEY FEATURESAddresses specific local perspectives about Immersive Nature Play Programs within Australian landscapes and early years’ contexts.

Includes close links to the Australian Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standard.

Supports learning with illustrative case studies, chapter summaries, conclusions and reflective questions.

Provides practical advice on how pre-service teachers can start their Immersive Nature Play Program journey, as well as prompts for deeper reflection about values and pedagogies.

Emphasises the importance of early years educators in contributing to the wellbeing, health, learning and development of young children.

Develops awareness of First Nations People’s perspectives and opportunities for reconciliation through Immersive Nature Play Programs.

Focuses on sustainability and community relationships as integral to Immersive Nature Play Programs.

By: Fran Hughes (Lecturer in early childhood education Lecturer in early childhood education University of New England and TAFE NSW), Sue Elliott (Senior Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, University of New England), Karen Anderson (Kindergarten teacher, Kindergarten teacher, Balnarring Preschool), Barbara Chancellor (Lecturer, Lecturer, Federation University)
Imprint: OUP Australia and New Zealand
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 245mm, Width: 169mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 398g
ISBN: 9780190325664
ISBN 10: 0190325666
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 28 October 2021
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr Fran Hughes is a lecturer in early childhood education at the University of New England and TAFE NSW.Dr Sue Elliott is a senior lecturer in early childhood education at the University of New England.Karen Anderson is a kindergarten teacher at Balnarring Preschool.Dr Barbara Chancellor is a researcher and lecturer at Federation University and Director of Outdoor Playspace Consultancy.

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