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Welcome to our blog - Where Learning Meets Nature's Classroom! 🌳

Greetings, nature enthusiasts and lifelong learners! We're elated to have you step into the boundless world of "Outdoor learning from local to global", where the great outdoors becomes our extraordinary classroom.

At "Outdoor learning from local to global", we believe that some of life's most profound lessons unfold beneath the open sky and among the rustling leaves. Whether you're a seasoned outdoor explorer or just dipping your toes into the world of al fresco education, you're in for an exhilarating journey.

Explore with us as we delve into the wonders of outdoor learning – where every tree is a teacher, and each breeze whispers a lesson. From practical tips for nature-based education to inspiring stories of outdoor discovery, we're here to guide you through the ever-expanding book of the natural world.

Discover the joy of hands-on experiences, the thrill of discovery, and the connection that blossoms when we engage with the world around us. From nature walks to eco-friendly crafts, our blog is your compass for turning the great outdoors into your personal classroom.

Feel the sun on your face, breathe in the fresh air, and let curiosity be your guide. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or a lifelong learner, there's something here for everyone.

So, grab your backpack, lace up your hiking boots, and let's embark on a journey of discovery together.

Nature's classroom is open, and your seat is reserved!

With enthusiasm and natural wonders, The Outdoor Learning Team

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While the academic success of the students who know their environment increases, their personal development gains momentum in a positive way. Conversely, students who are not aware of their surroundings and nature will not be successful in later life, will not be able to generate new ideas and will find it difficult to find solutions to the problems they face. In order to prevent these problems, schools should revise their lesson plans according to nature in order to prepare students for life, to introduce them to the environment they live in, and to offer the opportunity to learn by doing and

experiencing.

For this purpose, an analytical study was carried out in our school and as a result of the analytical study, it was seen that the teachers in our school did not organize outdoor education classes. Very few teachers who organize outdoor education in our school state that they do not have any educational goals and plans, and that their lessons are held in a picnic environment in nature.

To address the issues highlighted in this project, we intend to collaborate with schools in EU nations confronting similar predicaments. Our aim is to augment the abilities of our school's educators to conduct outdoor educational programs.

Consequently, our teachers will acquire proficiencies and expertise in outdoor education via global partnerships. The project also aims to achieve the following sub-objectives:

* Teachers' competence in outdoor education will be improved.

* Thanks to the environmental education in the project, the environmental literacy of teachers and students will increase.

* Teachers will learn the stages of outdoor education practically.

* Teachers will learn the stages of nature education practically.

* Outdoor education will be researched and learned at a local and international level.

* School culture will be created for outdoor education.

* Nature-sensitive knowledge will be developed in our school.

* Outdoor activities will be increased in our school and students' academic and social skills will be improved.

* Differences between different cultures will be explored.

* The sensitivity of students and teachers to the environment will increase.

* Cultural activities will be ensured.

When we examine the relationship between our project and our priorities in the Erasmus Program;

*In our project; Recognizing and eliminating the deficiencies of our teachers in outdoor education activities is related to the priority of "Supporting teachers, school administrators and other teaching professions".

*The development of teachers' knowledge capacities on nature education, the promotion and teaching of environmental literacy among students and teachers are related to the priority of "Combating the environment and climate change".

*The inclusion of the school established for students and teachers escaping from the war in the project is related to the priority of "supporting Ukraine against the war".

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BELGIUM

GO! atheneum Grimbergen

The GO! atheneum Grimbergen opts for offering General Secondary Education (ASO), aimed at a broad general

development and the widest possible range of opportunities in higher education. The aim is to achieve the widest possiblerange of courses.There are learning paths in Latin, sciences, economics and human sciences. Our team consists of 60 teachers and 700 students.

It strives to guide young people to life in varied circumstances. In organizing its education, the school is based on thepedagogical project of Community Education (PPGO), supplemented with its own accents: it is essential that young peoplethink about their actions and make responsible choices. Every serious choice requires a coherent whole, whereby thefundamental values, foundations, and general principles are formulated as clearly as possible.

PORTUGAL

Agrupamento Vertical de Escolas de Palmela

Escola Básica Hermenegildo Capelo

Our school hosts 2400 students and 182 teachers. We have students from preschool to 9th grade. It consists of one central school and 10 primary schools, some of which are located in rural areas of our district. Besides regular lessons, studentsattend extra curricular lessons to help them overcome their challenges. We provide training to students with special needs and we have a very disabled unit in the main school working with teachers and specialist technicians. Alert School Project – Our school participated in the National Rehabilitation Institute's Escola Alerta project with the aim of developing activities that encourage participation in the school and the surrounding community. Our school offers a modern, efficient and high-quality education adapted to the needs and interests of students. At a time when there is a lot of talk about climate change and sustainability.

TURKYIE

HINIS MEHMET AKİF ERSOY ORTAOKULU

Our school is located in Hınıs town of Erzurum province of Turkey. Our town is a rural settlement with a population of 7000 people. Located in the North East of the country, our school has a harsh and continental climate. The students are usually farmers and agricultural families living in the area. Although it is not a high-profile school in terms of academic development, students are not at a high level of economic status. Our institution also carries out continuous studies in order to increase the academic and social development levels of the students. There is 1 principal, 17 teachers and 285 students between the ages of 9-14 in our school. The school has 10 classrooms, 1 computer laboratory, 1 conference room, 1 science laboratory and 1 library. At the same time, spaces have been designed for the implementation of extracurricular activities in our school and the construction is ongoing.

BULGARIA

Private Bulgarian-Ukrainian school of culture “Open doors”

The Bulgarian-Ukrainian School of Culture Open Doors was established in 2022 as a response to the need for solidarity support to the war in Ukraine and the need to provide suitable conditions for continuing the educational process of children, students, youth and teachers fleeing the war.

The school organizes the following activities:

- Conducts a regular educational process according to the Ukrainian educational program;

- Conducts informal training according to the Bulgarian educational program;

- Organizes various extracurricular activities;

- Provides psychological, social and pedagogical support to children, students, youth and parents;

- Organizes various educational, cultural, sports, eco and other events;

- Organizes Saturday-Sunday Bulgarian language courses for youth and adults;

- Provides career counselling;

- Prepares and participates in various projects at local, national and European levels, including under the Erasmus+ Program, to the UN, etc.

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The Erasmus project "Outdoor Learning-from Local to Global" recently took a vibrant leap forward with an exciting mobility program to Sofia, Bulgaria. This initiative brought together educators from diverse European backgrounds to explore innovative teaching methods rooted in outdoor environments. During the mobility, participants engaged in a variety of activities including workshops, field trips, and collaborative projects, all designed to harness the educational potential of nature. This experience not only enriched their understanding of outdoor learning but also fostered intercultural exchange and strengthened the bonds within the Erasmus community. The picturesque landscapes and cultural heritage of Sofia provided an inspiring backdrop, making the mobility a memorable and transformative journey for all involved.