Understanding Educational Expeditions

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This book explores theory that can be used to inform how educational expeditions are conceptualised, planned, and facilitated. The contributors offer a wide range of perspectives through which expeditions for educational purposes can be considered.Eleven accessible chapters examine the following topics:- The British Youth Expedition: Cultural and Historical Perspectives- Virtue Ethics and Expeditions- Interactionism and Expeditions- The Expedition and Rites of Passage- Science on Expeditions- Choices, Values, and Untidy Processes: Personal, Social, and Health Education on Educational Expeditions- Expeditions and Liberal Arts University Education- Understanding Heritage Travel: Story, Place, and Technology- Expeditions for People with Disabilities- Ethics for Expeditions- Current IssuesAiming to bridge theory and practice, each chapter outlines relevant literature, highlights key areas for consideration, and offers suggestions for real-world application. The book will be of interest to researchers, university students, expedition organisers, and outdoor instructors.