Outdoor Learning and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Hundreds of studies have shown the benefits that learning and playing outside have on people’s social and emotional health.

Below are resources for meeting learners’ social and emotional needs while teaching outside as well as links to articles that discuss outdoor learning and SEL.

Webinar from Oregon State University’s Outdoor School

SEL Toolkit from Oregon State University

Research Summary which includes SEL and Outdoor Learning

Field Instructor Activity Toolbox from Grow Outside