ERIC Number: ED458145
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2001-Oct
Pages: 31
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Using Environment-Based Education To Advance Learning Skills and Character Development: A Report, Annotated Bibliography and Research Guide.
North American Association for Environmental Education, Rock Spring, GA.; National Environmental Education and Training Foundation, Washington, DC.
Environment-based education (EBE) focuses on the interdisciplinary integration of the subject by using constructivist, team teaching, self-learning, and student-centered instructional approaches. This report defines environment-based education and discusses advanced developments in learning skills and character education. Contents include: (1) "Introduction"; (2) "How Environment-Based Education Advances Learning Skills and Character Education"; (3) "Conclusion: A Dynamic Environment for Learning"; and (4) "Annotated Bibliography." The annotated bibliography lists 50 publications. (Contains 50 references.) (YDS)
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Self Esteem, Student Centered Curriculum, Thinking Skills
North American Association for Environmental Education, 410 Tarvin Road, Rock Spring, GA 30739. Tel: 706-764-2926; Fax: 706-764-2094; e-mail: email@naaee.org; Web site: http://www.naaee.org.
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: North American Association for Environmental Education, Rock Spring, GA.; National Environmental Education and Training Foundation, Washington, DC.
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