EcoTraining, a field guide training provider, has announced that it is celebrating the power of digital education on Digital Learning Day with its online courses. EcoTraining says that since its inception in 2012, Digital Learning Day — celebrated annually on the last Thursday of February — has served as a platform to showcase how technology is reshaping education.
Digital Learning Day is an annual initiative that highlights technology's role in enhancing education and promoting inclusivity. It recognises forward-thinking educators who use digital tools to create innovative learning experiences, says the company.
EcoTraining says it proudly aligns with this mission by offering digital education that empowers individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to global conservation efforts. Bridging the gap between traditional field guiding and modern technology, EcoTraining's digital offerings aim to change conservation education for a global audience.
EcoTraining says its online programmes cater to all levels of aspiring field guides.
EcoTraining's digital online courses currently include:
- On-Demand Field Guide
- Trails Guide Online Course (Apprentice Trails Guide)
- Online Field Guide
- Online Birding Enthusiast, and
- Online Tracking Enthusiast.
"Online Field and Trail Guide Courses mark a significant milestone in the world of wildlife education, as the first of its kind in Africa. EcoTraining is committed to fostering a deep connection between people and the natural world, and with the online courses, we are making it more accessible than ever before. Through the digital platform, aspiring field guides and nature enthusiasts can now embark on a learning journey within the confines of their own homes. I'm excited to empower a new generation of eco-conscious individuals, equipping them with the knowledge needed to become stewards of our precious natural heritage," says EcoTraining Director, Alex van den Heever.
EcoTraining says its digital programmes include interactive learning modules, virtual classrooms and discussions, all designed to provide an immersive and flexible learning experience. These courses cater to nature enthusiasts, aspiring guides and conservationists who seek to deepen their understanding of the natural world, even if they are unable to attend in-person training in Africa's wilderness.
EcoTraining concludes that online initiatives ensure that anyone, anywhere, can develop a meaningful connection with nature and play an active role in its preservation.
For more information, visit www.ecotraining.co.za. You can also follow EcoTraining on Facebook, LinkedIn, or on X.
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