event Profile
Date
11 oct 2023
price
£95/£120/£140
Location
DARTINGTON
EVENT TYPE
TRAINING
SUITABILITY
adults
Overview
This day will look at play process and terms such as play frames, play cues, play types, the benefits of risky play and the role of the practitioner. We will also look at how the practitioner supports play by being on tap but not on top.
The workshop will see participants going away with;
- An understanding of the characteristics of play and what we can observe in our learners when ‘playing in the woods’
- An understanding of a nature play cycle
- Ideas on how to stimulate play and the ‘affordances’ the woods offer and what materials/loose parts can offer regarding play possibilities
- Understanding of the ‘ludic process’ and how we as educators can support or adulterate play including the types of dialogue involved
- What attributes educators need when supporting play
- Many nature based play ‘activities’ to support the play
* rates for individuals / voluntary-charitable organisations / businesses
What's Included
- instruction & ideas to develop own practice
- all activities
- Teas / coffees / refreshments
- A wild inspiration for change
Essential Information
COURSE TUTOR: Jon Cree
Jon Cree is a rare creature usually found rummaging around his natural habitat of the woods, paddling in his canoe or hibernating in a hammock. He is easily identified by his charismatic hats, giggly infectious laugh and a slightly squeaky voice when excited. Being a social creature he is at his best when in company and is a long time earth educator, Forest School leader, storyteller and environmental trainer. He has worked with numerous groups of all ages over the last 40 years, within the UK and internationally. His passion has always been working with learners challenged by our education system and who thrive in the natural world.
Jon has long time worked with adolescents from a variety of settings – from mainstream secondary schools through to pupil referral units, special schools, youth clubs and looked after children. He has recently co-authored ‘The Essential Guide to Forest School and Nature Pedagogy’
9.30am to 4.30pm
This event will take place outdoors with some cover available. Please dress for all weathers (layers recommended) and wear sturdy footwear.
You will need to bring:
- a packed lunch and water bottle
- note book & pen
This course will take place on the Dartington estate. Exact location to be confirmed.
Typically our courses take place at sites in the Northwoods behind Schumacher College, at the Deer Park education centre or in one of the various training rooms on the Dartington estate.
Joining instructions will be issued after booking.
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