Exit Slip: October 10, 2019
Education in Nature
Today was a perfect sunny day for our class in Orchard Garden. Starting the day with some lone/me time to observe nature to draw was quite relaxing for me personally as I got some time away from my busy going life(with assignments, commuting, family life). I liked this idea because it can be a good reflection activity for students too, as once you start drawing, it is not just you draw what you see, but what you feel about what you see in that particular moment. It was interesting to see and discuss different people's perceptions about the drawings, nature and man-made things. We actually applied our heads, hands and heart to learn how to use your body for certain measurements. Predicting the direction of the rising and the setting sun was a good exercise/stretch for body and mind Snack time is always good delight for both the eyes and the stomach, especially in the Orchard garden when you get to pick up yummy fruit(Asian Pears) and veggies yourself. Sundial activity was amazing too. I remember my grandmother telling me stories of their time when people will tell time without clocks. The time as we measured with Sundial was very accurate. This makes me feel like studying more about Sundials and different numbers on it. I am feeling really inspired to learn more about natural and bodily ways of learning and teaching so that I can successfully incorporate them into my teaching.
Education in Nature
Today was a perfect sunny day for our class in Orchard Garden. Starting the day with some lone/me time to observe nature to draw was quite relaxing for me personally as I got some time away from my busy going life(with assignments, commuting, family life). I liked this idea because it can be a good reflection activity for students too, as once you start drawing, it is not just you draw what you see, but what you feel about what you see in that particular moment. It was interesting to see and discuss different people's perceptions about the drawings, nature and man-made things. We actually applied our heads, hands and heart to learn how to use your body for certain measurements. Predicting the direction of the rising and the setting sun was a good exercise/stretch for body and mind Snack time is always good delight for both the eyes and the stomach, especially in the Orchard garden when you get to pick up yummy fruit(Asian Pears) and veggies yourself. Sundial activity was amazing too. I remember my grandmother telling me stories of their time when people will tell time without clocks. The time as we measured with Sundial was very accurate. This makes me feel like studying more about Sundials and different numbers on it. I am feeling really inspired to learn more about natural and bodily ways of learning and teaching so that I can successfully incorporate them into my teaching.
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