Environmental education projects conducted at primary schools in Turkey
Cultura. International Journal of Philosophy of Culture and Axiology, vol.7, no.2, pp.204-220, 2010 (AHCI, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 7 Issue: 2
- Publication Date: 2010
- Doi Number: 10.5840/cultura20107215
- Journal Name: Cultura. International Journal of Philosophy of Culture and Axiology
- Journal Indexes: Arts and Humanities Citation Index (AHCI), Scopus
- Page Numbers: pp.204-220
- Keywords: environmental education, environmental projects, primary schools
- Anadolu University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Projects conducted at primary schools are of great importance in environmental education. In this study, interviews were carried out with teachers who were the participants of particular environmental projects. This survey study is conducted through a descriptive research method, namely, semi-structured interviews. The data were analyzed descriptively. The study revealed that teachers felt environmental education projects made various contributions to students, schools, school staff, teachers, parents, and the school environment. However, it was discovered that teachers experienced some problems in project implementation. The solutions offered by teachers who experienced these problems were also determined.