The Development of the Czech Concept of Education in Nature: A Tribute to Jan Neuman
Overview & Synopsis
In the Czech Republic there has been a growing interest in education in nature ["výchova v prírode"] in connection with accreditation as a field of study. Outdoor experiential educator Jan Neuman, who died in April 2021, was instrumental in the development and formalisation of Czech education in nature programmes over the past 50 years. The aim of this review is to highlight the culturally unique, holistic and multi-disciplinary approaches of the concept of education in nature within the Czech environment, comparing this term with outdoor education internationally. Such cross-referencing of different cultural and indigenous variants aims to enhance outdoor physical activity opportunities in natural environments. We define education in nature in the Czech Republic and highlight the historical development of education in nature, with a focus on "turistika" activities, summer camps ["tábory"], and holistic dramaturgy approaches that elaborate on the cultural heritage and unique Czech approach to education in nature.
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Document Information
| Document Title | The Development of the Czech Concept of Education in Nature: A Tribute to Jan Neuman |
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| Author / Organization | A. J. Martin, I. Turcová, T. Brtník, J. Neuman |
| Subject & Discipline | Outdoor Education, Foreign Countries, Experiential Learning |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 2024 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-145341 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |