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Biography
Alexia is a Lecturer in the School of Education and Social Work. She currently teaches on the MA (Hons) and MEd programmes.
Alexia works at the intersection of psychology and education, and in particular outdoor learning and the human-nature interactions in educational settings and beyond. She is currently exploring how different experiences and pedagogical approaches can promote (or hinder) nature connectedness in children. She is also interested in the promotion of mental health and wellbeing across the life span, through interactions with the natural world.
Alexia’s other research interests include:
Mental health and wellbeing through human-nature interactions
Nature connectedness in education
Research-informed education practice
Interplay between academic research and teacher practice
Alexia is a Consulting Editor for the International Journal of Early Childhood Environmental Education and on the Editorial Board of the Journal for Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Master of Research, University of York
Award Date: 9 Dec 2017
PGCE Early Years , University of Cambridge
Award Date: 1 Jun 2005
Master of Social Science, University of Oxford
Award Date: 1 Jul 2003
Doctor of Philosophy, A new focus for education? Nature connection as a goal for all education: Theoretical, research and practical perspectives, University of Dundee
External positions
External Examiner, University of Cumbria
1 Feb 2021 → …
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Projects
- 2 Finished
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Big Noise Douglas Initial Evaluation
Asi, D. (Investigator), Barrable, A. (Investigator), Jindal-Snape, D. (Investigator), Murray, C. (Investigator) & Robb, A. (Investigator)
1/10/20 → 30/06/21
Project: Research
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Rapid Research in Covid -19 Programme
Barrable, A. (Investigator), Belch, J. (Investigator), Boehnke, J. (Investigator), Booth, D. (Investigator), Brown, A. (Investigator), Cantrell, D. (Investigator), Chalmers, J. (Investigator), Coleman, S. (Investigator), Connell, D. (Investigator), Cuschieri, A. (Investigator), Dicker, A. (Investigator), Doney, A. (Investigator), Eftimie, R. (Investigator), Fang, M. (Investigator), Farre, A. (Investigator), Gamble, C. (Investigator), Howden, A. (Investigator), Krstajic, N. (Investigator), Lamond, A. (Investigator), Moraga Gonzalez, I. (Investigator), Palmer, C. (Investigator), Parcell, B. (Investigator), Pearson, E. (Investigator), Shoemark, A. (Investigator) & Sixsmith, J. (Investigator)
1/06/20 → 30/09/21
Project: Research
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Nature connection in adulthood: The role of childhood nature experiences
Barrable, A., Friedman, S. & Beloyianni, V., 24 May 2024, In: People and Nature. 6, 4, p. 1571-1580 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Optimising early childhood educational settings for health using nature-based solutions: the microbiome aspect
Robinson, J. M. & Barrable, A. (Lead / Corresponding author), Feb 2023, In: Education Sciences. 13, 2, 15 p., 211.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Supporting children’s wellbeing through music participation during the COVID-19 pandemic: Evidence from Scotland
Robb, A., Jindal-Snape, D. (Lead / Corresponding author), Asi, D., Barrable, A., Ross, E., Austin, H. & Murray, C., 7 Jun 2023, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Education 3-13. 18 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The relationship between autonomy support and structure in early childhood nature-based settings: Practices and challenges
Arvanitis, A. (Lead / Corresponding author), Barrable, A. & Touloumakos, A., 6 May 2023, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Learning Environments Research.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Affordances of coastal environments to support teaching and learning: Outdoor learning at the beach in Scotland
Barrable , D. & Barrable, A. (Lead / Corresponding author), 18 Jul 2022, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Education 3-13. 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile3 Citations (Scopus)162 Downloads (Pure)
Prizes
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Embedding Research Into Teaching
Barrable, A. (Recipient), 2019
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Estelle Brisard Memorial Prize 2019
Barrable, A. (Recipient), 2019
Prize: National/international honour
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Methodologies for Education for Sustainability (EfS)
Barrable, A. (Recipient), Levy, S. (Recipient), Lakin, L. (Recipient), Smith, M. (Recipient) & Mercieca, D. (Recipient), 17 Sept 2021
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Nature pedagogies and language development in outdoor nurseries.
Barrable, A. (Recipient) & Duncan, L. (Recipient), 1 Apr 2021
Prize: Other distinction
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Urban Forestry and Urban Greening (Journal)
Barrable, A. (Peer reviewer)
2021Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Publication peer-review
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Journal of Outdoor and Environmental Education (Journal)
Barrable, A. (Peer reviewer)
Jan 2021Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Publication peer-review
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Evaluation Woodcraft for Wellbeing
Barrable, A. (Consultant)
2021 → 2022Activity: Consultancy types › Consultancy
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International Journal of Early Childhood Environmental Education (Journal)
Barrable, A. (Editorial board member)
Jan 2021Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial activity
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International Journal of Early Childhood (Journal)
Barrable, A. (Peer reviewer)
6 Jan 2021Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Publication peer-review
Press/Media
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How to support autonomy in early childhood settings, and why you should
16/07/20
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Research
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https://www.teachearlyyears.com/enabling-environments/view/how-you-can-nurture-kids-connection-to-nature
7/11/19
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Research
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Health: Dr Alexia Barrable shares the importance of outdoor connection
23/10/19
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Other
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“An additional reason to abandon learning styles” – teachers and pupils do not agree on the pupils’ preferred learning style
12/12/18
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Research