Ghent VP of Sales Kevin Johnson leads a researched-backed look at learning environments beyond the classroom. This one-hour CEU shows how outdoor learning environments improves student wellbeing and performance.
Ghent VP of Sales Kevin Johnson leads a researched-backed look at learning environments beyond the classroom. This one-hour CEU shows how outdoor learning environments improves student wellbeing and performance.
Course Preview
A study into student's relationship with the outdoors
Tracing the roots of our desire for nature
Breaking down how we spend our time today
Understanding there is a better way
Studying real world examples
Learning Objectives
Understand the science of nature related to cognition and wellbeing
Discuss the importance of including outdoor learning environments in educational design
Learn about the risks associated with excluding outdoor spaces in design
Understand how outdoor spaces improve physical health, mental wellbeing, and academic performance
Course Summary
In this course (Beyond The Classroom), we’ll explore how outdoor learning environments can transform education by enhancing wellbeing, focus, and collaboration. We’ll dive into the science of biophilia and attention restoration, discuss the importance of integrating outdoor spaces into school and workplace design, and examine the risks of treating nature as an afterthought. Along the way, we’ll highlight inspiring real-world projects that show how outdoor classrooms and learning zones blur the line between indoors and out, expanding not just square footage but imagination and engagement
Beyond The Classroom:
How Outdoor Learning Spaces Help Improve Student Performance & Wellbeing
To receive credit for today’s on-demand course, you must score at least 80% on the post-class quiz. If you score above 80%, we’ll report your credit to IDCEC and automatically generate a PDF certificate for your records.
Ghent designs and manufactures visual communication and space-division solutions from Lebanon, Ohio. For over 40 years, Ghent has helped offices, schools, and healthcare facilities elevate their environments with American-made whiteboards, glassboards, display solutions, and privacy products.
Pointe Mobile Glassboard
Hex Shaped Glassboards
Haven Outdoor Glassboard
Preserve Outdoor Meeting Space
Edge Display Cases
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