TY - GEN
T1 - Capturing the complex nature of learning to teach in the outdoors : a case study
AU - Philpott, Terri-Anne
AU - Gray, Tonia
PY - 2008
Y1 - 2008
N2 - This paper introduces a research methodology designed to capture the complexities of learning to teach outdoor education. Theories ranging from teacher education, adventure education and experiential education have guided the development of the study. The purpose of this paper is to explain a research methodology which has been applied to an outdoor setting. The paper begins with a brief overview of the context of outdoor teacher education in Australia and provides a description of the research methods used within the case study. The paper highlights the need for further research on preservice outdoor teacher pedagogical practices in order to support their professional growth.
AB - This paper introduces a research methodology designed to capture the complexities of learning to teach outdoor education. Theories ranging from teacher education, adventure education and experiential education have guided the development of the study. The purpose of this paper is to explain a research methodology which has been applied to an outdoor setting. The paper begins with a brief overview of the context of outdoor teacher education in Australia and provides a description of the research methods used within the case study. The paper highlights the need for further research on preservice outdoor teacher pedagogical practices in order to support their professional growth.
UR - http://handle.uws.edu.au:8081/1959.7/563185
UR - http://www.aare.edu.au/
M3 - Conference Paper
BT - Research Impacts: Proving or Improving?: Proceedings of the AARE International Education Research Conference, 25-29 November 2007, Fremantle, W.A.
PB - AARE
T2 - Ausatralian Association for Research in Education. Conference
Y2 - 25 November 2007
ER -