"I'm going to do something that's connected to the national parks or our or a state park near me so that I can use my knowledge and see the real world impact it has. And that way, I never am stuck in class asking, why is this important? Why on earth do I have to learn this?"
Notable Moments
03:02 Parks' Enhanced Virtual Learning Programs
05:30 The Value of Learning About Distant Places
12:39 Bridging Classrooms and Public Lands
17:53 Engaging Park Rangers as Educators
24:08 Enhancing Park Visitor Experience
26:14 Park Principles for Classroom Management
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Every park holds stories waiting to be told. James Fester, an educator and former interpreter with California State Parks and the National Park Service, returns to discuss the ever-evolving connection between national parks and education.
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