This report details the activities of a project which sought to use group processes for educating people about their environment. The approach was interdisciplinary and emphasis was placed on the decision-making processes. Wide cross-sections of participants were organized into task forces. Training sessions, tours, and experiments were conducted…

Design and the built environment are subjects of concern to Maine communities. State mandated town planning, new school construction, and the Department of Transportation plans to rebuild roads and bridges elicit public discussion. The study of design encourages elementary students to enter this public forum as informed citizens. The study of…