ERIC Number: EJ835806
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-Dec
Pages: 6
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ISSN: ISSN-1479-7860
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Promoting Engagement: Using Species Action Plans to Bring Together Students and Conservation Professionals
Scott, Graham W.; Turnbull, Shona; Spencer, James
Bioscience Education, v12 Article 5 Dec 2008
We describe an exercise, the production of a species action plan, which utilises components of both transmission mode and experiential learning. This exercise brings together students and a professional role model to promote a stronger engagement with aspects of local biodiversity management. We outline perceived benefits and outcomes of the exercise in the context of a professional ecologist, a student participant and a course tutor, all of whom agree that the completion of the task is a valuable learning opportunity.
Descriptors: Role Models, Experiential Learning, Biodiversity, Conservation (Environment), Students, Ecology, Higher Education, Biology, Animals
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
Audience: Students; Teachers
Language: English
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