Course overview
In this course, students will develop foundational knowledge of research, theory, philosophy and practices that support the effective use of Outdoor, Wilderness and Adventure Education to promote personal development, health and wellbeing, group development, environmental learning, social justice and sustainable living. The significance of wilderness, adventure and adventurous journeys are examined from multidisciplinary perspectives; the potential of wilderness and adventure for education, personal development, recreation, health and well-being, group development, environmental learning, social justice; sustainable living; tourism and therapy; wilderness as inspiration; personal connections and creative responses to wilderness and adventure; social and ecological pressure on wilderness areas; western and Aboriginal concepts of wilderness; concepts of outdoor education.
Course learning outcomes
- Identify key research, theories, philosophies and practices in the field of outdoor, wilderness and adventure education.
- Plan and prepare a peer nature-based experience that promotes personal development, health and wellbeing, group development, environmental learning, social justice and sustainable living.
- Critically analyse and evaluate the effectiveness of outdoor, wilderness and adventure education to promote personal development, health and wellbeing, group development, environmental learning, social justice and sustainable living.
- Apply knowledge and skills of outdoor wilderness and adventure education at a basic level.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 59272
Section 01CE
Size 30
Available 30
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