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Positive youth development outcomes and environmental education: a review of research.
- Source :
- International Journal of Adolescence & Youth; Dec2022, Vol. 27 Issue 1, p475-492, 18p
- Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- With a shared focus on resiliency, agency, and pro-sociality, environmental education and positive youth development (PYD) have numerous intersections. Recognizing and supporting this synergy can help both fields achieve their goals, namely increased pro-environmental action and improved youth outcomes. To better understand this convergence, we undertook a systematic review to explore what environmental education outcomes reported in the peer-reviewed literature support PYD. We searched empirical research and identified 60 relevant studies. Qualitative coding revealed environmental educators are supporting PYD with a range of audiences and in varied settings via documented outcomes from all categories of the 5Cs model of PYD: competence, confidence, connection, character, and caring. Analysis revealed eight programme strategies and approaches that support PYD outcome development, including incorporating meaningful daily-life connections; emphasizing student-centred activities; and building in opportunities for teamwork, environmental action, and experiential learning. We conclude with research and practice implications for PYD and environmental education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- YOUTH development
ENVIRONMENTAL education
GREEN movement
SUSTAINABILITY
LEARNING
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 02673843
- Volume :
- 27
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Adolescence & Youth
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 160849121
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/02673843.2022.2147442