This collection of essays by various authors draws on resources from a series of "EETAP Resource Library Info Sheets" developed for the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP) by the Ohio State University (OSU) Extension and the OSU School of Natural Resources. Forty Info Sheets are categorized using six major themes intended to…

Discusses some of the current and future challenges in environmental education in the United States and makes suggestions for how these challenges can best be addressed. (Contains 29 references.) (Author/YDS)

This booklet briefly describes occupational opportunities in engineering in the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Section headings are: "Preserving Our Future Today"; "Introduction to EPA..."; "Setting Standards"; "Enforcement and Monitoring"; "Trends for the Future"; "Job…

Highlights the inadequacy of environmental education in the United States based on the public's understanding of aquatic ecosystems. Points out the importance of scientific information in the decision making process and the importance of freshwater resources and ecosystems on the economy and cultural attributes. Discusses the workshop…

Four general product classes (pesticides, paint products, household cleaners, and automotive products) are reviewed in this document. Each product class is described, and several aspects of the problem associated with product use or disposal are examined, including estimates of volumes used and environmental impacts. Technical data on the specific…

This booklet is designed to aid in identifying some of the organisms that live along the Texas Gulf Coast. Also emphasized are physical and biological features of the area and proper management of commercially valuable species. Activity suggestions are included. (Author/BW)

Evaluates the implementation of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 and postulates future trends in the development and protection of these areas. Emphasis is upon approaches used by various states in carrying out their coastal zone management programs. (WB)

Lists Canadian undergraduate programs in environmental studies that integrate both a scientific and a social perspective on environmental issues. Organized by province. (DDR)

This publication provides a list of generally available free or low-cost energy-related educational materials for primary and secondary students and educators. The list contains 113 references listed alphabetically by the corporation or government department that produced the materials. Each entry contains the producer of the materials, a…

The objective of this document is to make recent master's theses known to professionals and students who may profit from the work of colleagues. The compilation is also intended to serve as an indication of the current nature of graduate education in the field. Included in the compilation are sections covering site analysis; park users and…

Presents: (1) a list of 26 questions about deserts (with answers); (2) a glossary with desert-related words; and (3) a bibliography listing general reference books, field guides, children's books, audiovisual aids, charts/posters and supplies, articles and related items appearing in "Ranger Rick" magazine, and other materials. (DH)

In Ontario, the attainment of nitrification (oxidation of ammonia) in activated sludge plants is receiving increased attention. Nitrification of waste water is a necessary requirement because it reduces plant discharge of nitrogenous oxygen demand and/or toxic ammonia. However, this new requirement will result in added responsibility for…

Presented is the Introduction for the Iowa Developed Energy Activity Sampler (IDEAS), a multidisciplinary energy education program designed for infusion into the curriculum of grades 7-12. Included in the program are activity sets for Home Economics (SE 034 678), Industrial Arts (SE 034 679), Language Arts (SE 034 680), Mathematics (SE 034 681),…

Presented are: (1) lists of materials needed and instructions for building insect traps, nets, and cages; (2) a list of 45 questions about insects (with answers); (3) a glossary with insect-related words; and (4) a bibliography, listing children's books, field guides, audiovisual aids, and articles appearing in "Ranger Rick" magazine. (JN)

Presents (1) American and Canadian sites to see dinosaurs; (2) a list of 35 questions about dinosaurs (with answers); (3) a chart with data on various types of dinosaurs; and (4) listing of resource materials, including field guides, children's fiction/nonfiction books, and items appearing in "Ranger Rick" magazine. (JN)