OCRE 4020 - Nature Interpretation

Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $50.00
Course Fee Purpose: The course fees in this course will be used to support authentic learning experiences in the field, including an overnight trip. Associated course fees will provide for equipment, travel and permits/entrance fees.
Description: Nature Interpretation is focused on providing the student with an in-depth investigation of the fundamental principles and concepts of nature interpretation. This includes, but is not limited to historical development of the field, principles of exhibit design, interpretative program designs and techniques, common field techniques, and current trends used by outdoor leaders. In addition, an overview of employment opportunities in the field will be explored. This course emphasizes experimental learning theories and their application to natural history interpretation and environmental education program design. The course content is interdisciplinary in nature, and is grounded in the tenets of experiential education and learning (per the work of John Dewey).
Pre-requisite(s): OCRE 3050 and OCRE 3100 (formerly 3810).