Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ453509
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1991
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The Effects of Wilderness Camping and Hiking on the Self-Concept and Environmental Attitudes and Knowledge of Twelfth Graders.
Gillett, Douglas P.; And Others
Journal of Environmental Education, v22 n3 p33-43 Spr 1991
A study determines the effect of a six-day wilderness experience on self-concept, knowledge of and attitude toward the environment of twelfth grade students (n=61). Results indicate that changes in self-concept and environmental knowledge can occur from short-term wilderness experiences. (56 references) (MCO)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Attitude Change, Behavior Change, Camping, Class Activities, Data Analysis, Educational Assessment, Educational Research, Environmental Education, Experiential Learning, Field Experience Programs, Learning Activities, Outdoor Activities, Outdoor Education, Program Effectiveness, Program Evaluation, Questionnaires, Research Methodology, Secondary Education, Self Concept, Statistical Analysis, Tables (Data)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Audience: Researchers; Administrators; Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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