EE Connections
An electronic newsletter linking Pennsylvanians
with environmental news and information.
www.pcee.org
September 2007
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EE Connections
An electronic newsletter linking Pennsylvanians with environmental news and information.
www.pcee.org |
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News and Updates |
An opinion piece by Kathleen Paul, Director of the Pennsylvania Center for Environmental Education, and Ruth Roperti, President of the Pennsylvania Association for Environmental Educators, that appeared in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on Aug. 26 discussed the need for teachers who can enlighten students about the natural world. The article focused on the growing trend of young people losing touch with the environment and the need to take steps to reverse this emergency situation. One possible solution is to increase funding for teacher training and the development of model programs through the No Child Left Inside Act. “We’re proud to say that Pennsylvania is a leader in environmental education, one of the few states that have created specific instructional standards related to the environment,” state Paul and Roperti. “Nationally, though, environmental education is at a critical crossroads.” For the entire Post-Gazette article, click here. PCEE news: Environmental Literacy: A Critical Part of Every Child’s Education |
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