| Outdoor Education
Courses
Courses with * fulfill General
Education requirements
(A-AP) = Arts - Applied
(A-TH) = Arts - Theoretical/Historical
(A-AR) = Analytical - Abstract
Reasoning
(A-QR) = Analytical - Quantitative
Reasoning
(CP) = Comparative Practices
(D-D) = Diversity - Domestic
(D-I) = Diversity - International
(D-L) = Diversity - Language
(ES) = Earlham Seminar
(IP) = Interpretive Practices
(SI) = Scientific Inquiry
(W) = Wellness
(AY) = Offered in
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EDUC 110 AUGUST WILDERNESS (3 credits)
The 24-day August Wilderness experience in Utah (backpacking) or Canada (canoeing) combines active physical challenge with study, observation and personal reflection. Course work in the local history, geology and ecology of the area includes facilitated discussions on such topics as leadership, decision-making, communication and conflict resolution. Readings, journal writing, skill assessments and essay assignments provide the basis for academic credit.
*EDUC 210 OUTDOOR TRIP LEADERSHIP (2 credits)
Examines the role of the instructor and leader in wilderness settings. Topics include safety considerations, route selection, logistics preparation, psychological models of adventure, leadership studies, gender and diversity, and risk management. (W)
EDUC 211 WILDERNESS FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY CARE (2 credits)
Preparation for Wilderness First Responder certification through SOLO, a national wilderness training organization. Emphasizes practical, hands-on first aid and emergency care in a wilderness context. Usually offered during Spring Break.
EDUC 212 WILDERNESS ETHICS (3
credits)
Explores the historical development and modern challenges of the wilderness ideal within the United States. International perspectives on wilderness also explored. Topics may include environmental philosophy, conservation and land management models and conflicts, critical ecology and eco-progressivism. Also listed as ENPR 212. (AY)
*EDUC 310 ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES OF NEW
ZEALAND (4
credits)
Provides an overview to the unique natural species and landscapes
of this island country as well as its many environmental challenges.
Topics vary and may include environmental history, island biogeography,
natural history, conservation and restoration ecology, environmental policy
and legislation, and sustainable development. Emphasizes species, habitat
and community identification, geologic processes and the impact of human
settlement on New Zealand's ecosystems. Lab. Also listed as ENPR 310. Prerequisite:
A previous Biology or Geology course. (SI)
EDUC 311 ADVANCED FIELD PRACTICUM (3 credits)
An intensive practicum for the developing outdoor educator. Emphasizing opportunities for practice and feedback, students travel in the backcountry learning and teaching such outdoor skills as navigation, campcraft, group facilitation, judgment, risk assessment and leadership. Required of all instructor candidates for August Wilderness. May Term. Prerequisite: EDUC 210 or consent of the instructor(s).
EDUC 320 FACULTY SEMINAR (4 credits)
This course is taught on the New Zealand semester by program faculty on an environmental topic of interest. Also listed as ENPR 320. Topics vary.
EDUC 481 INTERNSHIPS, FIELD STUDIES AND OTHER FIELD EXPERIENCES
EDUC 485 INDEPENDENT STUDY (1-3 credits)
Investigation of a specific topic conceived and planned by the student in consultation with a faculty supervisor. Culminates in a comprehensive report prepared in the style of a thesis or research paper.
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