Presentation slides: Strengthen teamwork and build resilience in adults and young people

In February 2024, Dr John Allan was a guest speaker at the inaugural MAT Show (The Multi-Academy Show), presenting a talk on 21st century learning through outdoor adventure

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To put the rapid pace of change young people face into perspective, it is estimated that 65% of them will end up in jobs yet to be invented. This interactive seminar examines the construct of psychological resilience which constitutes a range of positive adaptive behaviours acquired through outdoor adventure education (OAE) which enables young people to cope with disruption, bounce-back from adversity and follow a trajectory of growth (bounce-beyond ability).

'Excellent presentation- so important for us to think about this and not just academia - and this has given me lots of ideas for how we can do this in our schools! Thank you'

- Feedback from the MAT Show audience

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