CAM401 Foundations of Camping & Outdoor Education
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the history, philosophies, and current trends within the outdoor education and organized camping movement. The following major topics will be addressed: centralized vs. decentralized programming; residential & wilderness environments; needs-based & age graded programming. Students will be introduced to the roles that many of the major professional organizations play, such as the American Camping Association, Christian Camping International, Association for Experiential Education, and Association for Challenge Course Technology. Students will develop and clearly articulate a solid, philosophical approach to developing a camping ministry.
Credits: 3
Student learning outcomes
- Understand the general history of the modern camping movement.
- Explain differences between centralized and decentralized programs.
- Appreciate the role of active learning environments in the spiritual development of individuals.
- Formulate a plan for using camp and/or outdoor ministries in his/her future ministry endeavors.
- Adapt programming to meet the unique needs of distinctive age groups.
- Recognize the roles of professional organizations in successfully operating a camp.