Described is an investigation that determined whether young children have schemas for environmental information. The results are discussed with reference to the importance of memory schemas for learning about the environment. (KR)

Reaffirms camping's role in outdoor education. Examines tradition and history of camping as part of outdoor education movement. Examines technology's effects on outdoor education and recreation. Defines camping as linking recreation, outdoor education, nature appreciation, and environmental awareness. Encourages youth camps to build upon that…

Presented is a lesson designed to demonstrate the concept of telepresence to students. Provided are objectives, teacher preparation, procedures, and a sample debris field grid. (CW)

Examined is the world society's ability to meet energy needs without destroying the earth. Supply and demand issues are examined. International per capita energy use is compared. Historical trends are described. (CW)

Discussed are advanced technologies which may offer an opportunity to meet the world's future energy needs while minimizing the environmental impact. Savings to both suppliers and consumers are described. International electricity usage is compared. Government standards for the manufacture of electrical products in the United States are…

The methods and funding of environmental education in the international setting and the status of environmental education at the preschool, elementary, secondary, college, and postgraduate levels are described. The contributions of society, professional associations, and public information agencies are discussed. (CW)

The status of environmental education at all levels in China are outlined including education for school-aged people and adults. The role of schools, broadcasts, periodicals, and professional associations are discussed. (CW)

Discussed are projections of the energy needs of society, problems associated with nuclear power, alternatives to nuclear power, and the reduction of energy waste. Included are 24 references. (CW)

Provides a lesson plan on the geographic and civic aspects of municipal wastes. Offers action activities for students. Maintains that students will become familiar with the geographic, moral, and political features of municipal waste disposal. (RW)

Describes the Electronic Information Exchange System (EIES) and several of its uses in the schools. Uses acid rain as an example of one topic that has been investigated and conferenced on the EIES System by schools in geographically dispersed locations. (CW)

Presented are 14 student worksheets for use in teaching about environmental conservation. Topics of these games, puzzles include pollution, rainforests, endangered species, habitat destruction, and solid waste. An answer sheet for teachers is included. (CW)

Discusses widespread concern for the economic, social, aesthetic, and ecological consequences of acid rain. Eastern North America is the geographical focus of the concern. (RT)

Discusses many of the scientific questions surrounding the greenhouse effect debate and the issue of plausible responses. Discussion includes topics concerning projecting emissions and greenhouse gas concentrations, estimating global climatic response, economic, social, and political impacts, and policy responses. (RT)

Discusses the diversity of rain forest life, the adaptations of rain forest plants and animals, and ways these organisms interact. Includes activities on canopy critters with a copyable sheet, rain forest revue, design a plant, and jungle sleuths. (RT)

A rationale for a science of context is provided. Suggests environmental science as such a science. Two teaching programs are used as examples of successful programs. (CW)