Sam Brewster
Samantha Brewster is an Outreach Specialist for the Atlantic region for Ducks Unlimited Canada. She has specialized in outdoor nature education for 25 years and has worked for DUC since 2016. Sam is based out of the Ducks Unlimited Conservation Centre in Fredericton NB where she oversees the education programs for NB and PEI. The DUCC offers programming for everyone of all ages as well as schools. DUC has curriculum linked programming from preschool through university levels in both of NB’s official languages.
Great Minds Think Outside Taking the Curriculum Outdoors
THURSDAY 1:00pm - 3:00 pm
THIS SESSION IS COMPLETELY OUTSIDE
Great Minds Think Outside is a bilingual hands-on, outdoor professional learning program that gives educators the skills and resources to teach their students outside – whatever the subject matter! Great Minds feeds creativity, improves well-being, and encourages environmental stewardship through innovative outdoor learning. Participants will learn classroom management techniques, lesson planning, and curriculum-linked activities that don’t require any fancy equipment. Plus, it's just plain fun! Benefits of teaching outside include improved mental and physical wellness for both students and teacher, enhanced cooperation and problem-solving skills, reduced challenging behaviours, increased learning outcomes, and a stronger connection with nature.