Research Questions for Universities

Research Profile

What influence does the following aspects; 

• a positive communication culture
• an outdoor learning space
• establishing a connection to nature through deep ecology practices and an indigenous perspective
• self-understanding through reflexive learning
• choice and autonomy to learn in the way a child wants to learn
• democratic processes in project and curriculum establishment
• a focus on emotional and social development over academic achievement
• a connection with community and family involvement with their learning journey
• no grades, tests, assessments

have on 

• a child's relationship including attitude, ideas and view to learning and education?
• meeting necessary educational milestones?
• transition to mainstream schools for secondary education?
• transition to alternative schools for secondary education

• ïthe dynamics of the educational space?
• how children view themselves and their achievements?
• a child's educational skills such as innovation, creativity, confidence, self-assurance and sense of compassion?

Other research questions

• When it's not compulsory to come to a learning space, do children choose it? And how does having a choice effect their view of a learning space/school?
• How much involvement does a group of children need from a facilitator when it comes to learning, deciding on a plan for the day, following their curiosities / interests as a group and ensuring that education is still occurring through the play / exploration.
• How do parents experience of Alithia Learning and community influence their
  • sense of connection/understanding of their child's development
  • parenting techniques,
  • sense of empowerment as a parent,
  • sense of support from the community,
  • sense of respect for their children’s pathway to learning

• • Does the educational approach at Alithia Learning lead to parent/children choosing or researching alternative pathways into secondary education?
  • How does a connection to the local indigenous culture and sense of spirit in the landscape influence a child's connection to nature, learning and community?
  • What is the educational value of ‘play’?