Build an Educational Garden School with Alain D'Aoust, Entrepreneur & Generalist at Learn Regen

⚠️ UPDATED VERSION AVAILABLE: This is an archived workshop. Watch the improved 2025 version here:    • School Garden Workshop: Complete Guide to ...  

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Building and Sustaining Educational Garden Programs: A Comprehensive Workshop (2024 Archive)

In this in-depth workshop, host and producer Matt Leger, alongside entrepreneur and generalist Alain D'Aoust, guide participants through the creation and maintenance of educational garden programs.

🗝️ WORKSHOP TOPICS:
Community involvement and volunteer management
Practical steps for building educational gardens
Linking gardens to curriculum and learning outcomes
Experiential learning and cooperative strategies
Digital resources, lesson plans, and funding guides

Covering everything from urban school gardens to seasonal workshop delivery, this session provides valuable insights for educators, parents, and community members looking to inspire the next generation of land stewards.

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📖 CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
00:44 - Workshop Overview and Agenda
03:26 - Introduction to Educational Garden Programs
19:31 - Principles of Educational Gardens
38:00 - Linking Gardens to Curriculum
42:11 - Q&A and Toolkit Information
44:00 - Urban School Garden on Asphalt
44:26 - Building Wicking Beds
45:33 - Heat Island Effect in Urban Gardens
45:58 - Maximizing Vertical Space in Urban Gardens
46:15 - Engaging Kids in Gardening
47:46 - Dealing with Public Policy and Pesticides
49:18 - The Myth of the Green Thumb
51:09 - Seasonal Workshop Delivery and Facilitation Techniques
55:46 - Experiential Learning in the Garden
56:48 - Inquiry-Based Learning in the Garden
57:59 - Cooperative Learning in the Garden
59:21 - Place-Based Education in the Garden
01:00:21 - Reflective Practice in the Garden
01:02:34 - Making Gardening Fun
01:03:35 - Seasonal Workshops Overview
01:06:44 - Garden Planning Cards and Resources
01:08:56 - Crop Rotation Basics
01:10:52 - Soil Amendments and Ecosystem Observation
01:13:18 - Attracting Pollinators and Enhancing Biodiversity
01:17:55 - Building a Strong Community Around Your Garden Program
01:27:27 - Understanding Key Stakeholders and Resources
01:28:04 - Exploring Different Forms of Capital
01:31:38 - Addressing Summer Break Challenges
01:33:03 - Managing and Recruiting Volunteers
01:45:20 - Building and Maintaining the Garden
01:54:22 - Adapting the Program for Various Contexts
01:59:14 - Inspiration and Final Thoughts

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📂 WORKSHOP SPONSORS & PARTNERS:
Learn Regen
Maple Grove Productions
Rapid Course Company
ReplayKit

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💬 ABOUT ME:
I help speakers and creators transform their live events into unforgettable online learning experiences through patience, support, and collaboration.

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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mattlegerrcc

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⚠️ NOTE: This is an archived version from 2024. For the latest updated workshop, visit:    • School Garden Workshop: Complete Guide to ...