How Outdoor Education Contributes to Sustainability.
Overview & Synopsis
Addresses the role of outdoor education in educating for a sustainable society. Discusses elements in promoting social action (environmental awareness, empowerment, commitment) and 10 essential competencies in educating for sustainability. Describes related benefits of outdoor education such as increasing student motivation, utilizing multiple intelligences, promoting cooperation, reconnecting to nature, confronting real issues, and developing problem-solving skills. (LP)
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Document Information
| Document Title | How Outdoor Education Contributes to Sustainability. |
|---|---|
| Author / Organization | Cooper, Geoff |
| Subject & Discipline | Change Strategies, Consciousness Raising, Educational Benefits |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 1997 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
(eric.ed.gov)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-123620 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |