Fieldwork is a form of experiential learning where students engage with authentic reality. When included in Geography education the purpose of the fieldwork and outdoor education in general is to provide students on all educational levels, from primary school to university, with practical, hands on experience. Outdoor education enhances students understanding of geographical concepts and processes. During outdoor education students are able to connect theory to practice, enhance spatial awareness, develop practical skills, foster environmental awareness and promote dynamic learning experience.

Throughout outdoor learning, students bridge theoretical knowledge with personal experience, enhancing their interest while refining skills in observing their immediate environment and identifying cause-and-effect relationships and interactions. When performing outdoor education activities, it is possible to differentiate learning according to student’s interests and abilities. The value of fieldwork increases when conducted in an interdisciplinary manner, as it encourages cross-curricular connections and enables a more comprehensive experience, understanding of spatial reality and better understanding of complex scientific concepts. The objective of this session is to examine teachers’ and student’s attitudes and experiences during outdoor education connected to geography teaching and learning on all education levels.