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ERIC Number: EJ1100158
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
Pages: 25
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-1450-104X
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Literacy and Arts-Integrated Science Lessons Engage Urban Elementary Students in Exploring Environmental Issues
Gray, P.; Elser, C. F.; Klein, J. L.; Rule, A. C.
Science Education International, v27 n1 p151-175 2016
This descriptive case study examined student attitudes, writing skills and content knowledge of urban fourth and fifth graders (6 males, 9 female) during a six-week literacy, thinking skill, and art-integrated environmental science unit. Pre- and post-test questions were used to address knowledge of environmental problems and student environmental actions. Students expressed knowledge and suggestions for positive action of youth through four essays throughout the unit, the final essay being accompanied by a pop-up construction. Writings showed steady growth in number of words, sentences, suggested environmental actions for youth, and instances of discussing consequences and sequels of actions. Students were engaged, collaborative, and reported implementing positive environmental actions.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Grade 4; Intermediate Grades; Elementary Education; Grade 5; Middle Schools
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Language: English
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