An investigation of Web-based versus in-class learning environments indicated that student's environmental knowledge, beliefs, opinions, and self-perceptions were equivalent prior to participating in an introductory environmental science course. However, by the end of the 16-week course, students from the in-class group had significantly improved…

Describes and compares users and non-users of the World Wide Web in terms of web use, comfort level, perceived barriers, and familiarity with predominantly environmental education sites. Findings provide insight into the development of training programs and resources for environmental educators in using the web and offer opportunities for…

Urges the environmental education community to recognize that the time is ripe for educators to embrace education reform initiatives based on the National Science Education Standards, and the development of promising Internet resources for teaching environmental sciences. (Author/MM)