Title
Service-learning in Watershed-based Initiatives: Keys to Education for Sustainability in Geography?
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2006
Volume
105
Publication Title
Journal of Geography
First Page
33
Last Page
44
Abstract
A call for combining the strengths of geographic education with environmental education to produce an 'education for sustainability' addresses local problems for sustainable development. A place-based approach encourages civic responsibility among students. Using service-learning to extend education beyond the classroom in this case study connected students with local clients in a watershed-based initiative. Theoretical underpinnings of service-learning for geographic education are discussed, and the case study is viewed from instructor, student, and client perspectives to identify successful outcomes and provide suggestions for those who might adopt service-learning for the first time.
Recommended Citation
Eflin, James and Sheaffer, Amy L., "Service-learning in Watershed-based Initiatives: Keys to Education for Sustainability in Geography?" (2006). Service Learning, General. 48.
https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/slceslgen/48
Comments
©2006 National Council for Geographic Education