University of California, Santa Cruz, is in the first year of developing an interdisciplinary approach to environmental problem solving in their Environmental Studies Program. Including the humanities and social sciences, the program strives to investigate every aspect of man's existence and his natural environment. Rationale and activities…

Problems of inplementing and evaluating interdisciplinary environmental education programs are discussed in relation to the elementary school and then to the secondary school. Goals and priorities, as stated by the Office of Education, are presented and several innovative programs at each level are briefly described. (LS)

Article considers a program that attempts to translate the environmental awareness and enthusiasm of the young generation into meaningful career commitments. (Author/RK)

The development of two environmental education programs for grades K-6 on solid wastes is described. The resolution of two debates on methodological issues (activities vs. scientific approaches, disciplinary vs. interdisciplinary approaches) are summarized. Also included are the instructional outcomes and the program materials. (DC)

A case study of the implementation of a school's environmental education program revealed that planning ahead and teacher participation in decision making are imperative. The implementation of a sound environmental program requires that teachers understand the philosophical and pedagogical nature of environmental education to relate it to their…