Environmental Education

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Program Overview

Target Audience: The certificate is ideal for K-12 educators, informal educators, and individuals involved in natural resources or other environmental based community engagement.

Format: Courses are offered in flexible formats, including online and hybrid options, making it accessible for working professionals.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

• Be competent in the skills and understandings pertaining to environmental literacy that are outlined in NAAEE Guidelines for Excellence K-12 Environmental Education. 
• Understand the goals, theory, practice, and history of the field of environmental education.
• Understand and accept the professional responsibilities associated with practicing environmental education.
• Combine the fundamentals of high-quality education with the unique features of environmental education to design and implement effective instruction.
• Support learners in engaging in open inquiry and investigation, especially when considering environmental issues that are controversial, and encourage learners to reflect on their own and others’ perspectives.
• Possess the knowledge, skills, and commitment to make assessment and evaluation integral to instruction and program outcomes.

This certificate not only enhances professional credentials but also empowers individuals to make a meaningful impact in their communities through effective environmental education.

Programs

• Master of Science in Education w/Environmental Education

• Environmental Education Graduate Certificate

• Environmental Education Certificate

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