Argues for the inclusion of the study of ecology into the science curriculum to promote ecological literacy based on David Orr's book, "Ecological Literacy." (MDH)

This essay examines the geology of an earthquake and the physical and psychological effects the Northridge, California, earthquake had on that area. (MDH)

Examines two concerns the author has about teaching sustainable development. The first concern arises from a lack of attention to educational philosophy and the research methods employed by philosophers. The second concern relates to the proposed relationship between education and sustainable development. (LZ)

Describes the challenges involved in integrating the traditional methods of protecting the environment with the new approach of civic environmentalism which emphasizes putting forth a collaborative effort to deal with environmental problems at state and local levels. (ZWH)

Proposes a theory of nature appreciation based on an analysis of instances of nature appreciation recorded in literature. Discusses a two-component model of an ideal instance of nature appreciation including a theoretical component and a feelings component. (Contains 29 references.) (MDH)

Information and anecdotes are provided for the following topics: the typical length of the hurricane season for the North Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico; specifics related to the practice of naming hurricanes; and categorical details related to the Saffir/Simpson scale for rating hurricane magnitude. (JJK)

Describes an environmental education program at an Alabama elementary school that integrates nature into every facet of school life. The campus features a small, student-built pond, bluebird houses, and butterfly gardens. The nationally acclaimed program was initiated by Principal Ross Hobbs, who sees the environment as common ground for all…

Discusses Peace Corps involvement with environmental education (EE) since the 1960s. Peace Corp EE programs in schools, parks, youth centers, and zoos have been designed to increase issue awareness, build problem-solving skills, group cooperation, self-esteem, positive attitudes, and provide hope. (MCO)

An outgrowth of the United Nations Earth Summit, Britain's Environment and Development Education and Training (EDET) Group seeks to monitor and promote education for sustainability through development of national strategies, encouragement of participation and partnership at many levels, and establishment of support structures and communication…

Uses a story format to advocate living in harmony with nature. Environmental awareness and appreciation lead to appropriate behavior needed to sustain the global environment. Describes the wonder of nature through the author's personal experience with a trillium and his daughter's care for an injured bird. (KS)

Listed are five laws, two books, one study, one conference, and one celebration which represent gains on environmental issues in the twentieth century. The methods used to compile the list are discussed. An additional listing of the 10 most significant environmental writings of the twentieth century is included. (CW)

Explores the role of environmental-values education in the curriculum and how it might contribute to the moral development of individual pupils and society. Looks, from a number of perspectives, at the possible contributions of environmental education and sets out a range of "sustainability values" that schools might consider promoting.…

Reports on the development of a valid and reliable scale for measuring parents' general attitudes towards the environment with appropriate consideration of the scale's psychometric properties. (Author/CCM)

Discusses the increasing interest in recreational centers and the policies of the Department of Transportation, National Park Service, and Forest Service in the selection of possible areas. Describes these areas as archeological, cultural, historical, natural, recreational, and scenic. Explains the importance of partnership and taking…

Identifies the elements that contribute most to effective environment education. Finds that environmental educators believe that the framework provides a valid and useful representation of the major elements that contribute to successful environmental education. (Author/CCM)