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Title: Nature Journaling: A Tool for Designing a Responsive Science Methods Course for Adult Learners
Language: English
Authors: Meenakshi Sharma (ORCID 0000-0002-7011-7592), Divya Gangadin, Francy Gomez
Source: Journal of Educational Research and Practice. 2025 15.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Adult Education
Descriptors: Adult Students, Outdoor Education, Experiential Learning, Nontraditional Students, Science Education, Journal Writing, Active Learning, Inquiry, Educational Environment, Career Change, Science Teachers, Teacher Education, Environmental Education
ISSN: 2167-8693
Abstract: We examined an outdoor, experiential learning approach within a science methods course for nontraditional adult learners who are often career changers or individuals transitioning into teaching later in life. Through immersive, nature-based experiences, the course connected adult learners to science via direct engagement with the natural world. We include reflections from two nontraditional learners who participated in a 6-week nature journaling process, showcasing how they embraced inquiry-based experiences in natural settings. These reflections reveal a supportive learning environment that values diverse learning styles and life experiences and encourages exploration. Insights from these experiences can guide science teacher educators in developing curricula, instructional strategies, and support systems to address the specific needs of nontraditional learners, enriching science education preparation.
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