I’ve not been in Environmental Eduction for very long…however, that is still long enough to learn what EE can do for those dedicated to the field, like it did for me: 1. Give you an excuse to travel. Straight out of college is the perfect time to do that. A lot of EE positions are seasonal, which means
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As an educator, I am ALL about getting new teaching material. Whether you are a classroom teacher or a non-traditional educator, teaching resources have something for everyone. Look for the “Resource Spotlight” header on posts for a window into potential new activities for the class! Having been part of a naturalist training program, I was very privileged to have
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For lack of a better phrase, this book pretty much “fell into my lap” during an environmental education conference. Having attended a panel about Leopold, I discussed with the instructor how I had not yet acquired a copy to read; he insisted I take his, and I did so graciously. I had heard of Aldo Leopold; who in any
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What is Environmental Education? This is a question I am often asked when I identify myself as an “Environmental Educator.” More often than not, less informed people equate it with “tree hugger,” or “hippie.” Those stereotypes are only a couple labels that could potentially fall under the large umbrella that is environmental education, also known as EE. The Definition The
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