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Bradley, Melanie – Australian Journal of Environmental Education, 2011
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, recognised as a seminal German polymath, developed a unique approach for investigating nature, termed "delicate empiricism". Goethe's approach uses empathy, imagination and intuition to promote a participatory engagement with the world. It goes beyond the dualistic-rationalism that defines…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Biodiversity, Foreign Countries, Empathy
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Smith, Phil; Collier, Grahame; Storey, Hazel – Australian Journal of Environmental Education, 2011
Vegemite, a thick, rich and salty product made from yeast extract, is a paste commonly spread on bread or toast in Australian households. This iconic product mirrors some of the unique aspects of this country. For example, Vegemite thinly spread is best. The population of this country is sparse across the wide lands, and the Australian environment…
Descriptors: Wastes, Environmental Education, Biodiversity, Professional Associations
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Boylan, Colin; Collin, Keith – Australian Journal of Environmental Education, 2006
A collaborative partnership has evolved between the Riverina Environmental Education Centre (REEC) and Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga. The Riverina Environmental Education Centre (REEC) is one of 24 Department of Education and Training environmental education centres in New South Wales (see www.reec.nsw.edu.au). As part of this…
Descriptors: Environmental Education, Biodiversity, Foreign Countries, Partnerships in Education
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Gladstone, William; Stanger, Robin; Phelps, Liz – Australian Journal of Environmental Education, 2006
Loss of biodiversity and habitats is one of the greatest threats to the environment and education has a critical role to play in addressing this issue. This paper describes a teaching activity for first-year university students studying sustainable resource management at the University of Newcastle which established a partnership between…
Descriptors: Environmental Education, Conservation (Environment), Community Involvement, Biodiversity