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Trends of Garden Based Learning Approach: Example of School Garden Applications (2000-2015)

Mustafa Ürey

DergiPark (Istanbul University)

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A descriptive content analysis of 162 articles published between 2000 and 2015 in 21 journals examined trends in school gardening practices. The analysis found that school garden practices aim to develop academic performance and healthy living skills, primarily involving pre-school and primary school students. These practices were found to positively affect academic performance, healthy living skills, and individual and social skills development.