EPISODE · Apr 6, 2026 · 23 MIN
Episode 8 Part 2: Connecting Student Learning to Real World Problem Solving
from Puentes & Possibilities · host Coral Zayas
Podcast Host:Coral Zayas- Author of Teaching K-5 ScienceWebsite:Instagram:LinkedIn:Guest NameBrianna Amingwa- Founder of Deeply Rooted Outdoor Education (MD)Stay Connected and Free Resources:DROE Instagram:Website - www.droe.orgEmail - [email protected] to download some of the resources shared: Free Outdoor Investigation Toolkit!Content TypeInterviewPrimary GoalEducationalSummaryIn this episode, Coral Zayas interviews environmental educator Bri Amingwa to explore outdoor learning, its benefits, and practical strategies for educators to incorporate nature into science education. Discover how outdoor activities boost student engagement, behavior, and problem-solving skills, especially in urban settings. keywordsoutdoor education, science teaching, environmental education, place-based learning, student engagement, outdoor activities, teacher resources, inquiry-based learning, nature in the classroom, STEM education key topicsOutdoor education benefits for studentsStrategies for teachers to implement outdoor learningImpact of nature on student behavior and engagement Chapters00:00 Introduction to Puentes and Possibilities01:11 Exploring Chapter Eight: Real World Problem Solving01:56 Meet Ranger Brie: A Journey into Outdoor Education03:10 The Importance of Environmental Education07:09 Supporting Educators in Outdoor Learning10:27 Behavioral Benefits of Outdoor Learning10:56 Problem Solving in Outdoor Settings13:28 Building Comfort and Confidence Outdoors16:22 Advice for Incorporating Outdoor Learning resourcesiNaturalist App - https://inaturalist.org/Seek by iNaturalist - https://inaturalist.org/seek
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Podcast Host:Coral Zayas- Author of Teaching K-5 ScienceWebsite:Instagram:LinkedIn:Guest NameBrianna Amingwa- Founder of Deeply Rooted Outdoor Education (MD)Stay Connected and Free Resources:DROE Instagram:Website - www.droe.orgEmail - [email protected] to download some of the resources shared: Free Outdoor Investigation Toolkit!Content TypeInterviewPrimary GoalEducationalSummaryIn this episode, Coral Zayas interviews environmental educator Bri Amingwa to explore outdoor learning, its benefits, and practical strategies for educators to incorporate nature into science education. Discover how outdoor activities boost student engagement, behavior, and problem-solving skills, especially in urban settings. keywordsoutdoor education, science teaching, environmental education, place-based learning, student engagement, outdoor activities, teacher resources, inquiry-based learning, nature in the classroom, STEM education key topicsOutdoor education benefits for studentsStrategies for teachers to implement outdoor learningImpact of nature on student behavior and engagement Chapters00:00 Introduction to Puentes and Possibilities01:11 Exploring Chapter Eight: Real World Problem Solving01:56 Meet Ranger Brie: A Journey into Outdoor Education03:10 The Importance of Environmental Education07:09 Supporting Educators in Outdoor Learning10:27 Behavioral Benefits of Outdoor Learning10:56 Problem Solving in Outdoor Settings13:28 Building Comfort and Confidence Outdoors16:22 Advice for Incorporating Outdoor Learning resourcesiNaturalist App - https://inaturalist.org/Seek by iNaturalist - https://inaturalist.org/seek
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