Young children learning for the environment: Researching a forest adventure
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01/12/2009
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Field experiences for young children are an ideal medium for environmental education/education for sustainability because of opportunities for direct experience in nature, integrated learning, and high community involvement. This research documented the development - in 4-5 year old Prep children - of knowledge, attitudes and actions/advocacy in support of an endangered native Australian animal, the Greater Bilby. Data indicated that children gained new knowledge, changed attitudes and built a repertoire of action/ advocacy strategies in native animal conservation as a result of participating in a forest field adventure. The curriculum and pedagogical features that supported these young children’s learning include: active engagement in a natural environment, learning through curriculum integration at home and at school, anthropomorphic representations of natural elements, making connections with cultural practices, and intergenerational learning. The paper also highlights research strategies that can be usefully and ethically applied when conducting studies involving young children. |
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Australian Association for Environmental Education |
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http://eprints.qut.edu.au/30140/2/30140.pdf http://www.aaee.org.au/?page_id=50 Gambino, Agatha, Davis, Julie M., & Rowntree, Noeleen E. (2009) Young children learning for the environment: Researching a forest adventure. Australian Journal of Environmental Education, 25, pp. 83-94. |
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Copyright 2009 Australian Association of Environmental Education Inc. |
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Office of Education Research; Faculty of Education; School of Early Childhood |
Palavras-Chave | #050203 Environmental Education and Extension #130102 Early Childhood Education (excl. Maori) #field education #active citizenship #environmental education #early childhood |
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Journal Article |