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Outdoor Education

2008 was the first year of implementation. The first WACE examinations for Outdoor Education were conducted in 2009.

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Course Summary

Through interaction with the natural world, Outdoor Education aims to develop an understanding of our relationships with the environment, others and ourselves. The course focuses on outdoor activities in a range of environments including bushwalking, sailing, caving, climbing and orienteering. It provides students with an opportunity to develop essential life skills and physical activity skills, and an opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of the environment and develop a positive relationship with nature.

Syllabus

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Assessment and Other Support Materials

Guide to Grades 

Resource lists
(17 Kb) (46 Kb) Introduction New19/04/12
(14 Kb) (24 Kb) Print New19/04/12
(35 Kb) (25 Kb)  Websites New19/04/12
(13 Kb) (54 Kb)  Multimedia New19/04/12
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Examination Materials


 

Recent Publications

WACE Manual 2010-11

WACE Manual 2012

Last Updated:30/ 04/ 2012 10:26