What Is Environmental Education?
Environmental education is a learning process that increases
people's knowledge and awareness about the environment and
associated challenges, develops the necessary skills and
expertise to address the challenges, and fosters attitudes,
motivations, and commitments to make informed decisions
and take responsible action (UNESCO, Tbilisi Declaration,
1978).
To better understand the evolution of environmental education
and the diversity of perspectives that encompass and impact
the field, please visit EE-Link at http://eelink.net/perspectives-overview.html.
What Are the Components of Environmental
Education?
- Awareness and sensitivity to the environment and environmental
challenges
- Knowledge and understanding of the environment and
environmental challenges
- Attitudes of concern for the environment and motivation
to improve or maintain environmental quality
- Skills to identify and help resolve environmental challenges
- Participation in activities that lead to the resolution
of environmental challenges (UNESCO, 1978)
Environmental Education in North
Carolina
Environmental education in this state is supported by the
Office of Environmental
Education, part of the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources. The Office serves as a clearinghouse
for EE resources and materials and manages the NC EE Certification
Program. The work and goals of the NC Office of Environmental
Education are based on North
Carolina's Environmental Education Plan.
Other EE Resources
NAAEE–
The National Project for Excellence in Environmental Education
UNESCO
Goals, Objectives and Guiding Principles for EE
EE-Link’s
Principles of EE
