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RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #EnviroEd chat for Wednesday, May 11, 2016

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Please introduce yourself & your role. Share a field trip experience you recall as a student that stood out & why #EnviroEd

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#enviroed going outside soon w/ a grade 1 class, I'm Joe from Singapore, walking through a nature reserve finding a "magic portal" my memory

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Rob here for #EnviroEd chat tonight ... I recall my first overnight field trip ... Campfire, Screech Owls & fireflies

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Scott from @elonuniversity here. I don't remember ANY field trips as a kid! #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@Joe_Teft Hi Joe! Was that magic portal found? Somewhere along lake St Clair I assume? #EnviroEd

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi everyone I am Sydney, oz. I remember my first school camps as field trip fun. Campfires, bush walks... #EnviroEd

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@RangerRidley I can't remember the park, found a bent over tree, looked like a door to another world. We happily walked through #enviroed

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I'm speaking @EnviroEducators conference this Friday on why the Campfire is the perfect 21st Century Learning Tool - #EnviroEd powerful tool

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@RangerRidley Allie K. Teacher candidate (hopefully) for Fall 16! I had field trips this year, we went out & looked 4 local herps #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Tonight, #EnviroEd focusses on “What makes good field trips GREAT”

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Please remember to use the #EnviroEd hashtag & to further discussion locally use your own Board or other related hashtags #peel21st

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

By the way, @amk_elon is about to #GRADUATE! #woohoo #hardworkpaysoff #EnviroEd https://t.co/mtOTGQLSMt

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@RangerRidley Allie K. Teacher candidate (hopefully) for Fall 16! I had field trips this year, we went out & looked 4 local herps #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 in 1 minute … #EnviroEd

courtney_beavan May 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Courtney, student at Elon. My favorite field trip was a 5th grade fishing trip #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: What considerations do you as an educator consider when researching/booking field trips for #EnviroEd?

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@courtney_beavan Ah fishing trip! Yes a life changer for many ... Great conversations occur when sitting side by side on the dock #EnviroEd

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@RangerRidley a1: how it relates to the unit, and can it create a meaningful connection with student and community #enviroed

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT

By the way, @courtney_beavan is about to #GRADUATE! #woohoo #hardworkpaysoff #EnviroEd https://t.co/4pcIyWt09b

courtney_beavan May 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Courtney, student at Elon. My favorite field trip was a 5th grade fishing trip #EnviroEd

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

BTW, I'm taking a practice PRAXIS PLT exam as we speak for the real thing tomorrow. And I'm STILL here for #EnviroEd #dedication

courtney_beavan May 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: What students will get out of it, how does it align with what they're studying, program costs #EnviroEd

ELKissner May 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Not many outdoor field trips from school, but summer camp made a big impression on me growing up! #EnviroEd

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: site features, curriculum links, risk assessments(painful annoying!), weather and potential for fun and learning #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Most field trips typically are connected to the curriculum however - the RIGHT field trip is connected to the learners #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

That's the #Elon way! #EnviroEd #bonuspoints https://t.co/s3FDOmztRt

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

BTW, I'm taking a practice PRAXIS PLT exam as we speak for the real thing tomorrow. And I'm STILL here for #EnviroEd #dedication

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@RangerRidley #enviroed I want it connected to community too. make it easy for our students to act, not just connected for them, but us

ELKissner May 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: I look at site considerations--access to restrooms, lunch, what we can do in case of rain--and price. Not much $ avail #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

This is a smart distinction. #enviroed https://t.co/C9g6hC4udd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Most field trips typically are connected to the curriculum however - the RIGHT field trip is connected to the learners #EnviroEd

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Hi #enviroed ! A1: As an educator look for experiences rich with collaboration, group development, intrinsic urges https://t.co/GugfRgjOX3

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: What considerations do you as an educator consider when researching/booking field trips for #EnviroEd?

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I'm a fan of trips that creates relationships ...avoid the one off-No field trip should end with a rubric but instead with more Qs #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: budget, curricular goals, feasibility, how much excitement it would generate... #EnviroEd

MmeSV May 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@RangerRidley Field trips connected to curriculum, w/opportunity to explore & inquire outdoors = reaching most students. #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@PaulKelba Exactly Paul! Collaboration is key in #EnviroEd field trips ... with just a lightly frosted layering of self reflection

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2: Beyond cost, what are the major roadblocks to quality #enviroed field trips/studies?

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Little late to the #EnviroEd chat but I'm here! I've had a lot of experience implementing #enviroed field trips.

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Little late to the #EnviroEd chat but I'm here! I've had a lot of experience implementing #enviroed field trips.

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

This is important. Too many trips are a culmination event. Should be at beginning or middle of unit. #EnviroEd https://t.co/q2jVApVCDz

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I'm a fan of trips that creates relationships ...avoid the one off-No field trip should end with a rubric but instead with more Qs #EnviroEd

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@PaulKelba A2 Sometimes you go for what's easy/common w/o actually evaluating the trip's effectiveness in fostering understanding #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Planning a field trip can be a roadblock ... ore specifically time to plan ... yet when the students help with planning? ... #EnviroEd

ELKissner May 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: Fragmented curriculum is a big drawback--certain units that must be covered at the expense of long term investigation #EnviroEd

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#enviroed a2: roadblocks are teacher security. If they don't feel comfortable it will be hard for deep learning to happen

KinderFynes May 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: size of class/needs of Ss (w/ partial support over day) can make leaving school tricky. Hoping to navigate gaps, go next year #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Nicely said Allie! What's easy, or what's traditional is not necessarily best for the next set of learners #EnviroEd https://t.co/TXYsSGCmiC

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@PaulKelba A2 Sometimes you go for what's easy/common w/o actually evaluating the trip's effectiveness in fostering understanding #EnviroEd

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

.@doctormorrison the excitement-engagement piece is critical on inaugural field experience with students-can comprimise others #enviroed

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Approval from the school perhaps? Usually it is best if #enviroed field trip is aligned with content standards.

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: time to prepare students, be enthusiastic and enjoy rather than worry about logistics... #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Could a roadblock to field trips be the assumption that providers may not "understand" your students needs? #EnviroEd

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Time! with travel and bus expenses an field trip usually runs from 10am-2pm here. #EnviroEd

courtney_beavan May 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Learning and not just viewing it as a one day experience, finding the balance between structure and exploration #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#exactly #this #enviroed https://t.co/kWDWpyhEDa

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@PaulKelba A2 Sometimes you go for what's easy/common w/o actually evaluating the trip's effectiveness in fostering understanding #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@stevenbody Agreed ... oh for dedicated busses to extend the visit for #EnviroEd field trips!

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@RangerRidley I had that March. Worried about how and what someone else would say #enviroed

DannyBavis May 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@PaulKelba A2.If a school is located within a city a major roadblock to quality #enviroed could be as simple as the availability to nature

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@courtney_beavan True! Distance helps with this - then the students can interact with program leaders before/after the trip #enviroed

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@RangerRidley Yes that would be ideal. We have to wait for the school run to be finished in the morn for cheap buses #EnviroEd

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

"[a roadblock of field trips is teacher security" so true-teacher vulnerability so key for deep learning #enviroed https://t.co/eGikwvrbY4

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#enviroed a2: roadblocks are teacher security. If they don't feel comfortable it will be hard for deep learning to happen

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#mystudentsaresmart #enviroed #proudprofessor https://t.co/8SF9RgKfyu

courtney_beavan May 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Learning and not just viewing it as a one day experience, finding the balance between structure and exploration #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@Joe_Teft my own #EnviroEd Centres are a part of Alternative Programs in Board - we work with Spec Ed, Behavioural, students often

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@courtney_beavan I agree - the experience needs to be consolidated in class or with action back at school #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3: More & more schools & classes may be participating in less experiential #EnviroEd field trips - what concerns does this raise?

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Such a shame Steve with that schedule, so difficult to get creative with time constraints...anyone? #enviroed https://t.co/nwT4wO29qS

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: Time! with travel and bus expenses an field trip usually runs from 10am-2pm here. #EnviroEd

KinderFynes May 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Perhaps... but stms school organization IS tricky (Ss w/ shortened days, staff 1/2 day, shared ERF across classrooms), #enviroEd

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@RangerRidley A3 These issues matter. It's not just academia, #EnviroEd applies directly to our lives & futures. We shouldn't deprive our Ss

courtney_beavan May 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@fowl_love Having kids write questions before and reflect after is useful, but it doesn't always help them see connections #Enviroed

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: Our @EZECNSW centres offer a range of video conf 'excursions'. My worry is that these virtual exc's replace actual field trips #EnviroEd

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#EnviroEd out side looking for connections now https://t.co/TuLRTLVqQ6

courtney_beavan May 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: Students think that learning just occurs in school/classroom #EnviroEd

ELKissner May 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: Kids don't value what they don't know. If they don't visit parks, natural places, they won't see them as important #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: No connection with nature = No love for nature. #EnviroEd

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@PaulKelba we run camps @BrewongleEEC and this gives more time. We are 1hr from most schools.... how long for your field trips? #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Pythagoras theorem looks different when off a white board & used to measure a tree's height ... #EnviroEd is real life

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Yup. Too many think this already. #EnviroEd https://t.co/Zj0bMeHOxN

courtney_beavan May 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: Students think that learning just occurs in school/classroom #EnviroEd

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#EnviroEd this month we are learning what mushrooms do for our environment https://t.co/e2dvYIPnma

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#EnviroEd suits 21st Century learning well ... as we move away from walking lectures & into self directed or collaborative learning outdoors

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Love studying mushrooms ... they are such Fun Guys! #EnviroEd https://t.co/JEntq5fWon

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#EnviroEd this month we are learning what mushrooms do for our environment https://t.co/e2dvYIPnma

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@doctormorrison @courtney_beavan Sometimes the best learning occurs when students are not aware that they are learning! #EnviroEd

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: Classic example of program entropy--exp. ed. theory/value (esp. with overnight field studies in #yycbe) trumped by workload #enviroed

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: This would then decrease inquiry/hands-on learning opportunities -- main reason field trips are such practical tools for edu #enviroed

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

along same lines with Q3 ... if educators do not have #EnviroEd PD opportunities how are they going to appreciate it enough to sell to admin

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@RangerRidley #dadjoke #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

.@AnnasClass visited two local farms recently. Check out the pics of 1st graders planting broccoli and feeding lambs. #EnviroEd

KinderFynes May 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3: when kids aren't allowed to take risks, get dirty, the play that remains is stripped of real meaning, connection to outdoors #enviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

This is key. #EnviroEd https://t.co/lz7Ly4Wvgz

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

along same lines with Q3 ... if educators do not have #EnviroEd PD opportunities how are they going to appreciate it enough to sell to admin

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q4: How can/do field study and trip providers "extend the experience" beyond the #enviroed excursion?...(& to what benefit?)

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Yes yes yes! #EnviroEd https://t.co/hKdAvWwErf

KinderFynes May 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3: when kids aren't allowed to take risks, get dirty, the play that remains is stripped of real meaning, connection to outdoors #enviroEd

seagreenED May 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#EnviroEd and Sci Ts! Check out this incredible resource for experiential science project profiles via @renomyclass https://t.co/puPFcUOxZH

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#EnviroEd & field work needs to be done in all weather, all habitats ... fair weather outdoor ed alone ain't enough https://t.co/c9aTmMTrUR

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: This would then decrease inquiry/hands-on learning opportunities -- main reason field trips are such practical tools for edu #enviroed

KinderFynes May 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I mean, the mistake some make is to think that nature needs protection from kids... It needs involvement, love! #EnviroEd

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Very similar in time @stevenbody our main day trip centers are 20-30 mins from most schools #enviroed https://t.co/Rs8VR4a1So

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@PaulKelba we run camps @BrewongleEEC and this gives more time. We are 1hr from most schools.... how long for your field trips? #EnviroEd

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: By inspiring action either at school or home. PBL is perfect for this in #EnviroEd. We have our #GoMad Challenge as an example...

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

T'was speaking of conservation (wise use of our resources) & preservation (protection of it) just today #EnviroEd https://t.co/N0ctGawQlQ

KinderFynes May 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I mean, the mistake some make is to think that nature needs protection from kids... It needs involvement, love! #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: @AnnasClass decided after their field trips to invite the farmers to their school to sell produce. #EnviroEd #PBL

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@PaulKelba A4 provide examples of community involvement and how kids can help at home! #EnviroEd

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@RangerRidley I agree - an experience does not always need to be comfortable to be meaningful. The Duke of Ed is a good example - #EnviroEd

KinderFynes May 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@RangerRidley I can't remember the article but the gist was: let the, climb trees, nature can take it, better over loved! #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@PeelSchools #EnviroEd Centres support classes before & after field trips via Sharepoint, social media, symbaloo, Skype & school visits

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

"when kids [do not] take risks, get dirty, the play that remains is stripped of real meaning, connection to outdoors" @KinderFynes #enviroed

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Exactly -- different weather made conditions more fun and interesting for students to explore! :) #EnviroEd https://t.co/ZVQHo45HN8

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT
#EnviroEd & field work needs to be done in all weather, all habitats ... fair weather outdoor ed alone ain't enough https://t.co/c9aTmMTrUR
- fowl_love May 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT
  
  A3: This would then decrease inquiry/hands-on learning opportunities -- main reason field trips are such practical tools for edu #enviroed

prairiemusik May 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@KinderFynes @RangerRidley I remember an article like that, as well #EnviroEd

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@PaulKelba We are dealing with similar parameters then... #EnviroEd Pre and post learning/action can help extend the experience...

KinderFynes May 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

2/2 @RangerRidley because from there ppl can learn to be aware, protect what's delicate, be they know what's there, what's missing #EnviroEd

DannyBavis May 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@PaulKelba A4. Extending the #enviroed experience to kids on a personal level will keep them engaged and coming back for more!

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Probably David Sobel's article in @Orion_Magazine: "Look, Don't Touch!" #EnviroEd https://t.co/NQeflcrzvS

KinderFynes May 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@RangerRidley I can't remember the article but the gist was: let the, climb trees, nature can take it, better over loved! #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

We have a high New Canadian population. YouTube Channel helps students, teachers & parents https://t.co/Mx0q3AqYMN #EnviroEd #peel21st

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

For a number of years our own #EnviroEd Centres have lived the mantra "Extend the Experience" ... building relationships & community inquiry

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

By the way, @DannyBavis is about to #GRADUATE! #futureenviroeducator #woohoo #enviroed https://t.co/gr8msRGkzb

DannyBavis May 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@PaulKelba A4. Extending the #enviroed experience to kids on a personal level will keep them engaged and coming back for more!

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@stevenbody Yes! That is the best way to connect the trip to their lives and how they can help protect the envir around them! #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

We've also worked on connecting field trips-instead of competing-having different providers work together to extend experiences in #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4: I think this represents the intersection of #EnviroEd and #placebasededucation.

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4: Method to extend experience is org. sequential trips-have students begin prepping for next one immediatley-building knowledge #enviroed

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@doctormorrison @Orion_Magazine @KinderFynes @RangerRidley loved that article and all sobel's work #enviroed

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

So true! I love when the students cannot wait to come back and show their families/friends! #EnviroEd https://t.co/2pD9AhLv2r

DannyBavis May 11 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@PaulKelba A4. Extending the #enviroed experience to kids on a personal level will keep them engaged and coming back for more!

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@PaulKelba the American school here has a grade four field trip class they take 20 + field trips a year for learning #enviroed

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@RangerRidley This is a good idea. I would like to do that with various water agencies for our River Ecology field trips #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Q5: To what extent do providers understand (or should understand) needs of your Ss? How can we better support each other in #EnviroEd?

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@stevenbody Wasn't an easy concept to start but grew quickly ...through regional network (My Niche in the Community) we partner in #EnviroEd

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@Joe_Teft @PaulKelba Wow....if only.... all classes did this...! #EnviroEd

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Sobel's 'play motifs' drive such deep, powerful professional lrning https://t.co/UogyWmgPym #enviroed #playoutdoors https://t.co/oG0Jjp1Un0

Joe_Teft May 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@doctormorrison @Orion_Magazine @KinderFynes @RangerRidley loved that article and all sobel's work #enviroed

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

We ask via planning sheet of special needs or requests of field trip visitors but not always thoroughly discussed in advance #EnviroEd

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#EnviroEd. A5: Here it seems to be more the needs of curriculum and t'chers, rather than students. We don't think to ask st's what they want

amk_elon May 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

@RangerRidley #LT #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Will be getting this soon. #EnviroEd https://t.co/TSY1wMEWzz

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RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#EnviroEd can be prepare for all Ss, All Terrian Wheelchairs, Autism, Behaviour Issues, Runners, Agrophobia, ESL- if we know in advance

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#EnviroEd We are trying to plan field trips by consulting with teachers first. I feel like we should be including students in this too..

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Great discussion on fieldtrips in #EnviroEd right now ... Time to book @ friendly neighbourhood @PeelSchools sites for new yr. (#justsayin')

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A5: I used to have teacher receptions for teachers to see the fieldtrip & take back info to admin for approval - it was helpful #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

booking at the field centres https://t.co/SE7VhAexXR #EnviroEd #peel21st

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#EnviroEd A5: Post trip evaluations are important to continue to evolve and improve the experience - teachers and student comments.

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@fowl_love Great idea ... we've hosted @PeelSchools teams for outdoor staff meetings for #EnviroEd

PaulKelba - Moderator May 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

(good q Rob)A5: Field study providers MUST create opportunities for tchrs to co-lead trips NOT run the show for them #enviroed #deeplearning

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@RangerRidley I like that. We need to develop an online booking system... does it work well? #EnviroEd

RangerRidley - Moderator May 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

My ultimate #EnviroEd evaluation Q is "How will you use the info gathered on trip when back @ school" tells me lots https://t.co/kFK1CHwlV4

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#EnviroEd A5: Post trip evaluations are important to continue to evolve and improve the experience - teachers and student comments.

fowl_love May 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Field trips will be different because of diff students attending - being flexible & customizing the trip to that class is key! #EnviroEd

doctormorrison May 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks for an insightful #EnviroEd chat, @RangerRidley and @PaulKelba.

stevenbody May 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@PaulKelba Mmmm good point. Some teachers see it as a day off. We are aiming to provide acc'd PL hours for all visiting teachers #EnviroEd