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Download full textDisinger, John F.; Roth, Charles E. – 1992
This digest presents a case for the development of a precise definition of environmental literacy (EL) as a prerequisite to setting standards for environmental education. The discussion includes the following: (1) establishment of the relationship between EL, environmental education, and goals of the formal education system; (2) the development of…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Citizenship Education, Concept Formation, Definitions
Peer reviewedDisinger, John F. – Journal of Environmental Education, 1990
Defined is the concept of sustainable development. The historical development of the term in environmental education is described. The role of education, science and social studies, and impediments to instruction on this topic are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Community Attitudes, Conservation (Environment), Development, Environmental Education
Peer reviewedDisinger, John F.; Floyd, Donald W. – Australian Journal of Environmental Education, 1990
Activities in environmental education in the United States during the 1980s are summarized, in terms of audiences involved--formal (school), college/university, and nonformal. Discussion focuses on specific programs and materials, in summary fashion. Trends are noted, and speculative projections into the 1990s are offered. (36 references) (Author)
Descriptors: Agency Role, Curriculum, Development, Elementary Secondary Education
