Course Syllabus
Syllabus Exploring Outdoors: Discovering Math in Nature
Course Description
Are you interested in connecting math with nature? Join us for an exciting session to explore examples of mathematics in our natural world. Build your confidence by exploring geometric shapes, common patterns, symmetry and tessellations in nature. Discover a learning strategy that can be scaffolded for use both inside and outside of the classroom. Finally, examine opportunities for mathematics to be integrated across different subject areas to achieve curriculum outcomes.
Course Outcomes
By the end of this session, you will:
- Recognize the importance of Inquiry-Based Learning in order to explore outdoors with students and consider opportunities for cross-curricular connections.
- Identify mathematical concepts in nature like geometric shapes, common patterns, symmetry and tessellations and how they can be utilized outdoors with students.
- Examine how a learning strategy can be used to activate students’ prior knowledge and scaffold outdoor learning experiences.
Format
This course is a Lightning Learning session, a condensed learning experience designed to ignite your skills and propel your career forward.
What is Lightning Learning?
Unlock new opportunities, enhance your expertise, and engage in practical strategies through this concise, power-packed learning experience. Additionally, for those seeking a more flexible learning option, we offer an on-demand recording, allowing you to access and learn at your own pace. To obtain your completion badge for this course, you will have to complete a self-reflection.
Grade Level
Suitable for educators teaching Kindergarten to Grade 3.
Estimated Duration
This course should take you 30-45 minutes to complete.
Earn Your Badge
You must complete a self-reflection to receive your digital badge, which counts towards the requirements for the Learning Pathway: STEM Focused Learning.
What is a Digital Badge?
A digital badge is a visual symbol of accomplishment. Our digital badges, issued through Canvas LMS, serve as verifiable symbols of your achievements and expertise. As you complete each learning session, these badges validate your dedication and commitment to advancing STEM education in Canada, allowing you to proudly share your accomplishments on social media or with colleagues and peers.
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