Ecoliteracy in America's Schools: Factors for Successful Implementation
Date of Award
3-4-2009
Document Type
Undergraduate Capstone Project
Degree Name
Master of Applied Science
Organizational Unit
University College, Environmental Policy and Management
Disciplines
Environmental Policy & Mgmt
First Advisor
John Hill
Keywords
Community based education, Ecoliteracy, Education for sustainability, Environment as integrating context, Environmental curriculum, Environmental education, Place based education, Sustainable curriculum, Sustainable education
Abstract
Educators are increasing efforts to introduce ecoliteracy in the K-12 school system in the United States. Foundational to such a goal is successful implementation. An analysis of case studies and active teacher feedback identified an overarching key concept, learning-in-context, and six factors for successful implementation. They are: (1) integrated learning, (2) utilization of multiple teaching methods, (3) continued professional development, (4) a whole school method, (5) testability, and (6) inclusion of standards. Teachers and/or schools interested in pursuing ecoliteracy should take these critical factors for successful implementation into account.
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Recommended Citation
Marshall, Allie, "Ecoliteracy in America's Schools: Factors for Successful Implementation" (2009). University College: Environmental Policy and Management Capstones. 49.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/ucol_epm/49