2010 Volume 50 Issue 3 Pages 15-25
An experiential environmental education program has been developed and its effectiveness examined through the trial on first graders in lower secondary school. The assignment of the program is to "go outside and take five pictures which are connected to each other in such a way as to show the natural cycle from soil to soil." Through analysis of the trial, over 80% of students enjoyed and actively participated in the activity, were able to discuss among the group members, feel appreciation towards nature, and learned new concepts and/ or knowledge. Over 90% of students became aware of natural things through this study. Also, 60-70% of students became aware of cycles and relationships in nature. On the other hand, the explanation of the assignment is clearly difficult for many students to understand and a reform of the material and explanation of the activity is required.