Monika

[Monika @m_zisch]

@NickDelaney10 @asforan A4: Have they thought of everything? In worst case scenario what is the plan? And in a regular case scenario what is the plan? I would prefer a list of all the big risks and the plan instead of making an activity seem “less dangerous”

[Monika @m_zisch]

@Brandonmackay @zacethier @asforan I have found that most people often perceive less risk in activities they are familiar with - even if it’s just been in movies or books.

[Monika @m_zisch]

@joelgamache10 @asforan @SFAtkinson71815 @zacethier Do you ever get exhausted having to explain the value of going outside to admin, parents, kids, other teachers? -asking for a friend 🙋🏻‍♀️

[Monika @m_zisch]

@KinnieKin5 @asforan @NickDelaney10 @zacethier Reminds me of the conversation we had about how drownings rarely happen to people swimming. We do so much to prevent “in activity” injury we can’t forget about the in between times too!

[Monika @m_zisch]

@NickDelaney10 @asforan @zacethier Risk mitigation doesn’t mean preventing anything bad from happening. On a multi day trip and a student twisted their ankle. Because we knew this was a possibility we were planned for it and had an evac route ready. She stayed on trip but it was there as an option.

[Monika @m_zisch]

@wild_theory @asforan @zacethier Ohh always a fan of some grit!

[Monika @m_zisch]

@educationGT @asforan @zacethier Can you have a non-active adventure? Road trip?! -just a thought.

[Monika @m_zisch]

@zacethier @asforan A1: connected (to yourself and place), present (in the moment), enjoyable (the words in the brackets don’t count to the 3 word total do they?!)

[Monika @m_zisch]

@joelgamache10 @asforan @SFAtkinson71815 Yes! Risk mitigation > risk avoidance

[Monika @m_zisch]

@SFAtkinson71815 @asforan A4: understanding the value of OE and supporting the program to parents and students. Giving space/time/resources to let programs run. Participating in the activity themselves to enjoy and understand the benefits!

[Monika @m_zisch]

@SFAtkinson71815 @asforan Making the outdoors manageable and accessible can help too! I appreciated Scott’s ideas during class about helping other teachers set up trips

[Monika @m_zisch]

@SFAtkinson71815 @asforan I’ve invited other teachers to join me on my weekend outings! They brought dogs, kids, spouses and increased their comfort and connection to the outdoors.

[Monika @m_zisch]

@D_C_Nielsen @SFAtkinson71815 @asforan Great idea! Letting kids prepare and lead a section is awesome! Always fun to have a head chef each trail meal!

[Monika @m_zisch]

@SFAtkinson71815 @asforan I would love to increase the student agency in my programs. I want to get away from the product of OE and focus more on the process skills. I think this would be a good place to start for student collaboration.

[Monika @m_zisch]

@educationGT @SFAtkinson71815 @asforan Yes! Bouldering for sure! All that communication and problem solving! Great way for them to share their ideas and solutions for routes.

[Monika @m_zisch]

@Candice78085272 @SFAtkinson71815 @asforan Such a great one! Any activity where they are truly invested in the outcome really helps build these skills

[Monika @m_zisch]

@SFAtkinson71815 @asforan A1: making activities more authentic and genuine can help develop collaboration and communication skills - especially for older students. Not just activities that end in “winning a game” but tasks that challenge them to achieve a common goal

[Monika @m_zisch]

Benefits of outdoor learning? Gratitude for natural spaces - connection to self - confidence - perseverance and grit - essential life skill development - physical and mental health and wellness @asforan

[Monika @m_zisch]

Getting ready for a day of fun and learning! @asforan I might be the most excited for the trail side coffee!