Teaching & Learning in the School Garden Online Course

101b: Teaching and Learning in the School Garden: Theory into Practice

This course focuses on the foundations and teaching strategies of garden-based learning (GBL), and provides the tools and resources that classroom teachers and extension educators need to develop school gardening programs that can be integrated into the school culture and curriculum. Focusing on the foundations, benefits, and teaching strategies of garden-based learning (GBL), participants will build a toolbox of resources for developing a school gardening program that meets cross-curricular needs. Case study, research, and GBL resources are evaluated through group discussion, learning activities, and reflective journals. Educational theory will be put into practice using real-world tools, through collaboration, practicum, small and whole group discussion, lesson plan assignments, and the final portfolio project. For more information:

http://www.cals.cornell.edu/cals/hort/teaching/distance-learning/school-garden.cfm

Six week online Distance Learning Course offered through Moodle starting October 8, 2012. Cost: $500 per person

Cornell University awards 3 CEU’s for successful completion of this course.