APPROVED TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
The following courses are pre-approved for clock hours by the Maryland State Department of Education. All are welcome to attend these professional learning opportunities!
Nature-Based Learning,
Indoors & Out
Discover ways nature-based concepts can enhance any curriculum. During this 3-clock hour course, teachers will explore hands-on approaches to inquiry and outdoor learning and consider ways to invite nature indoors to classroom settings. This lively training includes a blend of outdoor experiences, group discussion, and slides to exemplify how to bring nature-based learning inside and out.
Upcoming Dates:
Sat., Jan. 16 and Feb. 6, 2027 from 9-10:30 AM |
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OR
Thurs., Mar. 11 and Mar. 18, 2027 from 7-8:30 PM |
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Looking for training at your location?
This professional learning opportunity may be offered online or in person with your team. You may choose to offer it as one workshop or divide it into two 1.5 hour sessions. Contact us for details at
programs@anbe.org.
Professional Learning Goals
- Evaluate how nature-based learning supports social-emotional development, self-regulation, and child well-being.
- Reflect on current teaching practices and identify opportunities to increase outdoor learning, sensory experiences, and child-directed exploration throughout the school day.
- Establish connections between nature-based learning experiences and state early learning standards or curriculum objectives.
These training opportunities are also MSDE-approved or pending approval:
- Winter Solstice Outdoor Teacher Retreat (6 clock hours)
- Spirit of Spring Outdoor Teacher Retreat (6 clock hours)
- Nature-Based Teacher Certification (36 clock hours)
- Wilderness First Aid & CPR Training (16 clock hours)
