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Nature Journals for Inquiry-Based Learning in Education

Class Details

  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 9/2/2024 - 10/13/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 7 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 1/15/2024 - 2/25/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 12 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 3/20/2024 - 4/30/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 21 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 5/6/2024 - 6/16/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 22 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 6/24/2024 - 8/4/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 12 of 30

About the Course

In this course, educators will be equipped with the tools to seamlessly integrate nature journaling into their teaching practices, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep connection with the environment. Delve into the foundations of nature journaling, explore practical techniques, and discover ways to develop inquiry skills in students. With a focus on cross-curricular integration, assessment strategies, and community engagement, this course empowers educators to create dynamic and inspiring learning experiences. Join us as we explore the wonders of the natural world and transform classrooms into vibrant spaces of exploration and lifelong learning.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Create and implement nature journaling activities, fostering curiosity and critical thinking in their classrooms.
  • Develop and implement assessment tools, including rubrics, to measure and track student progress in nature journaling over time. 
  • Design cross-curricular nature journaling activities, adapting the process for integration into various subjects and promoting a holistic approach to education.
  • Grade(s): Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Elementary K-5 Secondary 6-12
  • Subject(s): Art/Music Career And Technical Comprehensive Health English Language Arts Math Science Social Studies
  • Teacher Quality Standard(s): QS 1.C QS 3.A QS 3.B

Facilitator

Victoria Nau

Reviews

Melissa Wooden
I enjoyed this course as it gave me an excuse each week to get out in nature for no other reason but to observe and take in the sites and sounds.
Cassidy Bowman
This was fun and relaxing
Jennifer Polk
This course is very applicable to my classroom and gives great ideas for incorporating nature journaling in different aspects of your teaching.

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