Researchers involved in a new University of South Australia (UniSA) study have found that dedicated nature play areas are underutilised ...
Nature play spaces tailor-made for curriculum delivery: new research
As purpose-built nature play spaces continue their rise in popularity in primary schools, experts are encouraging teachers to deliver more of the curriculum in outdoor areas, to boost students’ wellbeing and development and to maximise the use of play spaces.
“If schools and teachers can find ways to increase teaching core subjects in the outdoors, it’s likely that the children will be more engaged and connected to their learning,” UniSA researcher Dr Nicole Miller says.
“If schools and teachers can find ways to increase teaching core subjects in the outdoors, it’s likely that the children will be more engaged and connected to their learning,” UniSA researcher Dr Nicole Miller says.
