Environmental Education. Securing a Foundation for Environmental Quality. A Process for Improving Environmental Education in Wisconsin.

Overview & Synopsis

A preliminary long-range, broad proposal for environmental education in Wisconsin is presented in this document. Consideration is given for environmental education of the general public as well as the development of school programs. The major goal of this proposal is to establish an environmental ethic in Wisconsin. Present programs and resources are reviewed and plans for implementing the programs to meet the goals and assessed needs are given. The following avenues for providing environmental education are discussed; teacher in-service programs, school curriculum revisions, multi-media programs, instructional television programs, establishment of a state clearinghouse, regional resource centers, statutory review, adult training to produce volunteer and professional people in environmental fields, and increased environmental education research. A list of primary environmental issues facing the state is presented in terms of areas that would be attracted by programs encompassing the topics listed above. (JP)