City Year Fellowship
Applications are now being accepted for the Paul and Phyllis Fireman Public Service Fellowship, a year-long fellowship designed for graduates of MBA, MPP, MPA and other graduate programs, or those with comparable experience in the private, civic or governmental sectors who seek to make an impact in the nonprofit sector. Awarded Annually.
Environmental Education Research (November 2002)
Online international referred journal. Articles include, "Symbolic Beliefs as Barriers to Responsible Environmental Behavior" by Richard R.
Jurin & Rosane W. Fortner, "An Educational Strategy for the Environment in the National Park System of Venezuela" by Nila C. Pellegrini Blanco & "Sustainability Education & Australian Universities" by Ian Thomas & Jennifer Nicita.
From Sea to Summit
The video traces the entire hydrological cycle, using a mix of computer generated graphics and filmed footage to illustrate the process as water falls to earth in the form of precipitation, before filtering down through watersheds into urban and agricultural areas and finally flows out to sea, where it is eventually evaporated into the atmosphere to start the entire process over again.
Green Squad
The Green Squad web site gives kids the tools and skills they need to help locate, & solve, environmental & health problems in their schools. The site is designed primarily for students in grades 5-8, but also offers information for younger & older students as well as parents
& teachers. Available in English and Spanish.
Local Environment: North American Cities & Smart Growth
Special online issue. Articles include: "Smart Growth in a Small Urban Setting: the challenges of building an acceptable solution," by Henry J. Mayer, Christine M. Danis, & Michael R. Greenberg; "Taking Sustainable Cities Seriously: a comparative analysis of twenty-four US cities," by Kent E. Portney; & "Local Government and the WSSD" by Mike Ashley.
Minnesota Report Card on Environmental Literacy
Over 80% of Minnesota adults consider the environment when voting. The Second Minnesota Report Card 2004, documents the results of the second statewide survey concerning environmental literacy of adults in Minnesota. This report card examines changes in the intervening period since the 2002 Minnesota Report Card, with results also compared to the national and Pennsylvania report cards. The Second Report Card addresses adults' knowledge about, attitudes toward, and behaviors related to the environment, with an emphasis on water issues.
DiscounTech
Cisco and TechSoup networking product donation program to benefit nonprofit organizations across the United States. The new joint initiative will give qualified nonprofits access to Cisco's networking solutions at greatly reduced prices, as well as support during the decision-making, installation, and ongoing use of the system.
JungleWalk
Classified and Annotated directory of animal sounds, information, and video clips on the web. Teachers who sign up receive sample questionnaires (for specific animals) that can be used in the classroom in conjunction with the website.
USDA Forest Service Publications
Provides web links to a vast array of research publications, as well as entry-level science topics written by staff of the USDA Forest Service
The Video Project
Award-winning educational videos on the environment, science, and social studies. Topics include consumerism, conservation, eco-systems, energy, sustainability, and more. Many videos come with study guides.
EnvironmentNEPAL
Nepal's Environmental Portal. Includes latest news, articles, interviews, national park profiles, happenings and other environment related information.
Grants.gov
The Department of Health and Human Services federal E-Grants initiative via the Internet.
Lacawac Sanctuary
Lacawac Sanctuary is a 500 acre non-profit nature preserve, field-station for research and environmental education center. Highlights include hiking trail, native plant garden, glacial lake, and historic buildings.
NAAEE Environmental Communicator Summer 2001
A publication of the North American Association for EE (NAAEE). Feature articles, Association news, Affiliate news, Op-Ed pieces, announcements on new EE resources, available jobs, and future events and opportunities.
NAAEE Environmental Communicator Summer 2002
A publication of the North American Association for EE (NAAEE). Feature articles, Association news, Affiliate news, Op-Ed pieces, announcements on new EE resources, available jobs, and future events and opportunities.
NAAEE Environmental Communicator Winter 2001
A publication of the North American Association for EE (NAAEE). Feature articles, Association news, Affiliate news, Op-Ed pieces, announcements on new EE resources, available jobs, and future events and opportunities.
Earth Report
Earth Report provides weekly coverage of the state of the world environment such as the effects of global climate change and oil exploration in Alaska. Background materials and information and video clips are available online.
Ecological Teaching & Learning M.S. Program
Audubon Expedition Institute is accepting applications for the Summer 2003 start of its Ecological Teaching and Learning M.S. program in both the Northeastern U.S. and the Pacific Northwest. Accredited through Lesley University, this 18-month program is designed for professional educators interested in integrating ecological concepts into the curriculum.
EE Advocate (Fall Issue): Diversity in Environmental Education [pdf]
The fall issue of the EE Advocate, the newsletter of the National Environmental Education Advancement Project (NEEAP), reports on exciting
developments in cultural diversity and capacity building in EE.
Florida Springs: Protecting Nature's Gems
The Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection's new photo-documentary web production documents the state's major freshwater springs and efforts to protect the aquifer and springs. It includes a weeklong online journey with digital journalists from neWorldJourneys.com.
Frontiers in Ecology & the Environment - Call for Papers
Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, the new monthly journal from the Ecological Society of America (ESA) welcomes reviews and research communications on issues, advancements and innovations in ecology education at all levels in the formal, non-formal, or informal education sectors.
Fundamentals of Environmental Education ~ Online
September 12 - November 18, 2005 ~ Online
Deadline: August 12, 2005
A 10-week online course developed by the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP) in collaboration with national EE experts appropriate for both classroom teachers and non-formal educators who work with students and/or teachers. It provides educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to incorporate quality environmental education into their instruction. Participants discuss the history, definition, and goals of environmental education; develop an understanding of the professional roles and instructional methods of environmental educators; and interact with other educators from across the country. 3 undergrad or grad credits from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point or offered at a reduced cost for those not interested in obtaining college credit.
All students are eligible for the in-state tuition rate.
For more information visit the website or contact Angela Arkin at Angela.Arkin@uwsp.edu for a registration form.
Great Waters: An Atlantic Passage
Great Waters, by Deborah Cramer, explores how earth's life-giving oceans nourish and sustain us, and how humans are altering the sea's finely tuned balances. In a rapidly shrinking world, understanding the intricate and vital connections between land and sea becomes critical.
International Journal of Science Education (Vol. 24, No. 11)
The November 2002 issue of IJSE (Volume 24, Number 11) focuses on varying perspectives of EE related research in science education. Abstracts and content index available online, full text of
articles accessible for a fee.
Raptors in the City
"Raptors in the City" is a new inquiry-based science and technology program for grades 4-6 that stars the peregrine falcon. The online portion of Raptors in the City guides children through nesting season (roughly February to June) as they watch the still rare falcons live via cameras mounted on skyscrapers.
Antarctic Meteorology Online
Visitors will find weather reports provided by the dozens of stations located in the Antarctic. Data is accessible by each specific
station; by a clickable map; by a list of all land, ship, or buoy stations; or by an oracle database interface. Provided by the British Antarctic Survey & the Natural Environment Research Council.
Biological Soil Crusts Guide - Grades 6-12
US Geological Survey online guide to biological soil crusts in this easy-to-navigate Web site.
Crust 101 contains a detailed introduction to soil crust ecology, and the Advanced feature offers an extensive technical reference.
Science.gov
Science.gov, a website gateway to science and technology information, is a collaboration of ten federal science agencies. Site provides government-funded research and science resources such as environment & environmental quality.
Two Wheel View
Two Wheel View is a youth and environmentally mission driven organization that uses the bicycle as a tool to create a "real life" experience for youth to learn lifetime skills.
California Environmental Education Interagency Network (CEEIN)
The California Environmental Education Interagency Network is a consortium of environmental educators representing California state departments, boards, and commissions with oversight responsibility to protect California's environment.
Global Environmental and Outdoor Education Council (GEOEC)
The Global Environmental and Outdoor Education Council (GEOEC) is a specialist Council of the Alberta Teachers' Association. Download lesson plans and access quality resources that you can use to teach about the environment, global interdependence, and sustainability.
Kentucky Environmental Education Council
KEEC facilitated input into a master plan for improving EE. It contains 20 recommendations that would result in improved environmental literacy in the next century. Improving environmental education in Kentucky would result no only in a better environment but also in better education for our children and a stronger economy in the long run.
Louisiana Office of Environmental Education
The mission of the Office of Environmental Education is to identify available environmental education resources to help Louisiana citizens make informed decisions and take responsible actions for protecting, managing and enhancing our state's unique environment.
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
The NCDENR Office of Environmental Education coordinates the EE Clearinghouse, which contains information and links on many EE related issues. Categories include: EE Centers, Environmental Information, Access to Environmental Data, Materials and Publications, Resources for Adults and General Public, EE Library Grants, News and Events, Professional Development, and EE Certification.
Pennsylvania Department of Education
The PA Department of Education approved curriculum standards for the Environment and Ecology in January 2002. These components incorporate the disciplines of ecology, resource management, agriculture diversity, government and the impact of human actions on natural systems.
Pine Jog
Pine Jog Environmental Education Center developed the Model Schools Program in 1995 in partnership with the Palm Beach County School District. The primary goal of the program is to improve student achievement by putting learning into a context with real world applications.
SEER - State Education and Environment Roundtable
SEER advances the EIC Model (using the Environment as an Integrating Context for learning). The model employs natural and socio-cultural environments as the context for learning while taking into account the "best practices" of successful inservice, preservice, formal and nonformal educators. SEER has initiated EIC Demonstration School Networks in 12 states. Their website give a description of some EIC Demonstration Schools.
The Environmental Education Fund
The Environmental Education Fund supports teacher training workshops and the North Carolina EE Certification Program, the biennial NC EE Conference, EE library collections, technology in classrooms, North Carolina Association of EE Centers, and other objectives of the North Carolina EE Plan.
Lehigh Earth Observatory's Envirosci Inquiry
EnviroSci Inquiry enables teachers, students, and the public to learn about environmental science content knowledge from Lehigh University
LEO scientists and interns. Curricular activities emphasize student-directed scientific discovery of their local environment.
