Delivery/Location: Correspondence
Prerequisite
Upper division course in natural resources.
Description
This course will introduce students to the theoretical and historical background of environmental education. Content will include a careful analysis of international agreements and declarations, as well as environmental education legislation at both a national and state level in the United States. Research and theory-building studies will be examined to identify trends and patterns in environmental education.
This course requires readings and assignments only; there are no proctored examinations.
This course can be applied towards the:
Important Information
This course does not count towards licensure or certifications for professional educators from Colorado State University. It may qualify as continuing education.
Textbooks and Materials
Unless otherwise indicated, textbooks and materials are required and can be purchased at the CSU Bookstore.
- Inquiry and the National Science Education Standards (2000)
National Research Council - Last Child in the Woods (2005)
R. Louv - NRRT 505 Study Guide
Brett Bruyere
Instructors
Brett Bruyere
(970) 491-1360
Brett.Bruyere@colostate.edu
Brett Bruyere, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the Department of Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism at CSU. He teaches coursework in research methodologies and environmental communication. Brett serves as the director of the CSU Environmental Learning Center, a 212-acre nature preserve located four miles east of the main campus in Fort Collins. The ELC provides hundreds of environmental education programs to youth and the community.
1 Section Available
- Section 840 (Correspondence)
- Date: Open Entry (6 mos.)
- Instructors: Brett Bruyere
- Grading:Traditional
- Tuition: $1,287
- Registration ends Tuesday, Oct 14, 2008
For More Information
Michele Sterling(970) 491-2520
msterling@learn.colostate.edu