Outdoor education practices in Belgian preschools and relationships with both environmental and personal factors ; Pratiques de l'éducation extérieur à l'école maternelle et relations avec les facteurs personnels et environnementaux

peer reviewed ; Problem Statement: In Belgium preschool education usually takes place in classroom and time spent outdoor is mostly limited to recess. Such approaches reduce physical activity and limits environment discovery. Outdoor education (OE) is a complementary pedagogical approach that is based on direct engagement with the outdoor environment and nature in order to improve knowledge, skills, behaviours and physical activity. However, the OE level of practice and associated factors are unknown in Belgium and should be investigated before any promotion. Approach: Preschool teachers from... Mehr ...