This paper explores the ways in which "crafting" experiences shape our relationship to and understanding of the natural world. Crafting is defined as the process of making an item that is useful and aesthetically pleasing. Crafting not only involves some handiwork, but it also has the potential for encouraging environmental awareness.…

This paper describes the history of a 4-year evolution of the Namibian Trainer of Trainers (ToT) program from conceptualization to sustainable implementation. After 23 years of armed struggle, most Namibian adults were in need of skills and knowledge. The project had been designed to reach out to historically disadvantaged populations and support…

This study conducted a theme analysis of programs sponsored by the Experiential Learning in Communication Commission of the National Communication Association (NCA, formerly the Speech Communication Association, SCA) in order to determine experiential learning structures created outside conventional borders of communication instruction. The…

This annotated bibliography contains 247 citations of research-based literature on the use of wilderness for personal growth, therapy, education, and leadership development. The annotations are divided into 2 periods: 1995-2001 (60 citations) and prior to 1995 (187 citations). Within each period, the entries are categorized according to the…

Adventure education has its own set of unique questions that help to define what it is and how it differs from other fields of education. Adventure education has grown rapidly over the past several decades, and with its evolution, many critical topics for deliberation have emerged. This book contains 15 chapters, each arranged in a debate format…

How can we align the Arts program with exciting academics through "hands-on" learning and integrated approaches and what are some model programs? Where can we find funding for such projects? This brief provides answers to these questions. A list of resources is included.

Tac Tix is a board game for two players having a mathematical optimum strategy for play. The strategy can be discovered by application of general problem solving techniques. (JP)

Worksheets utilize a paper geoboard to provide a variety of experiences with basic geometric concepts. (JP)

Article suggests ways to prepare, utilize, evaluate, and schedule a program of learning stations in the classroom. (GB)

Describes the custom-designed, outdoor Jessie Stanton Developmental Playground. Cites it as a successful example of collaborative effort between New York University Medical Center and the Bureau of Education for the Handicapped of the U. S. Office of Education, the funding agency. (Author/JN)

Activities are described that involve polyhedrons constructed with a marble inside enabling them to roll across a smooth surface. Directions are given for constructing such a tetrahedron. (DT)