Title: Nature & Human Wellness eeCourse

This course provides educators with a foundational knowledge and theories on the important link between nature and human wellness. Throughout the course, participants will be introduced to the science of our interconnection with the natural world and receive an overview of the emerging field of studies indicating the important role nature plays in the healthy development of the whole child (physical, mental and behavioral) and their continued wellness into adulthood. Additionally, participants will learn to identify strategies of leveraging nature’s positive impact on wellness to drive positive changes in policy and practices in schools and community centers.

Section 1
  Announcements
  Nature & Human Wellness eeCourse Description
  Announcements
  Nature & Human Wellness eeCourse Description
Module 1: Course Introduction
  Introduction to NACEE and Environmental Education
  Nature & Human Wellness eeCourse Road Map
  Defining Nature Connection
  Submit Module One Assignments
  Introduction to NACEE and Environmental Education
  Nature & Human Wellness eeCourse Road Map
  Defining Nature Connection
  Submit Module One Assignments
Module 2: Biological Foundations to Nature & Human Interconnection
  Human Evolution Foundations
  Adapting to Changing Environments
  Cultural Frameworks to Human & Nature Interconnection
  Submit Module Two Assignments
  Human Evolution Foundations
  Adapting to Changing Environments
  Cultural Frameworks to Human & Nature Interconnection
  Submit Module Two Assignments
Module 3: Impact of Nature on Human Health & Development
  Environmental Psychology Frameworks to Human & Nature Interconnection
  Nature’s Impact on Child Growth & Development
  Nature’s Impact on Human Health & Wellness
  Submit Module Three Assignment
  Environmental Psychology Frameworks to Human & Nature Interconnection
  Nature’s Impact on Child Growth & Development
  Nature’s Impact on Human Health & Wellness
  Submit Module Three Assignment
Module 4: Leveraging our Interconnection: Strategies & Implementation
  Nature-Based Interventions in Learning
  Nature-Based Interventions in Health & Wellness
  Equitable Access to Nature: Policy Recommendations & Trends
  We Are Nature: Rethinking Our Relationship with the Natural World
  Submit Module Four Assignment
  SUBMIT FINAL CAPSTONE PROJECT
  Final Course Evaluation
  Nature-Based Interventions in Learning
  Nature-Based Interventions in Health & Wellness
  Equitable Access to Nature: Policy Recommendations & Trends
  We Are Nature: Rethinking Our Relationship with the Natural World
  Submit Module Four Assignment
  SUBMIT FINAL CAPSTONE PROJECT
  Final Course Evaluation