eeRESEARCH combines research for environmental education and the movement to connect children and nature. The database includes multiple ways to search for articles, syntheses, and research summaries.
This project is a partnership with Children & Nature Network and NAAEE. Funded by the Pisces Foundation with support from ee360, ee360+, and the U.S. Forest Service. Learn more.
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Using Tablets to Increase Science Literacy among National Park Visitors
Merson, Martha, Allen, Louise C., Cox, Pam L., & Hristov, Nickolay I. (2016). Roving with a Digital Visual Library Increased Learning Opportunities at Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Journal of Interpretation Research, 21.
The Emotional Impact of Zoo Animals
Luebke, Jerry F., Watters, Jason V., Packer, Jan, Miller, Lance J., & Powell, David M. (2016). Zoo Visitors’ Affective Responses to Observing Animal Behaviors. Visitor Studies, 19, 60-76.
Interactions and Outcomes in an Online Course for Environmental Educators
Li, Yue, Krasny, Marianne, & Russ, Alex. (2016). Interactive learning in an urban environmental education online course. Environmental Education Research, 22, 111-128.
Using Portraiture in the Classroom to Stimulate Kinship with Animals
Kalof, Linda, Zammit-Lucia, Joe, Bell, Jessica, & Granter, Gina. (2016). Fostering kinship with animals: animal portraiture in humane education. Environmental Education Research, 22, 203-228.
Understanding the Role of Eco-Attractions in Fostering Human–Nature Connections
Dunkley, Ria Ann. (2016). Learning at eco-attractions: Exploring the bifurcation of nature and culture through experiential environmental education. The Journal of Environmental Education, 47, 213-221.
Drawing-Based Evaluation of Ecosystem Knowledge Used as Alternative Assessment
Dentzau, Michael W., & Martínez, Alejandro José Gallard. (2016). The development and validation of an alternative assessment to measure changes in understanding of the longleaf pine ecosystem. Environmental Education Research, 22, 129-152.
Using Music Videos to Teach Science
Crowther, Gregory J., McFadden, Tom, Fleming, Jean S., & Davis, Katie. (2016). Leveraging the power of music to improve science education. International Journal of Science Education, 38, 73-95.
Improved Conservation Knowledge after a Park Visit
Burnett, Edmund, Sills, Erin, Peterson, Nils, & DePerno, Christopher. (2016). Impacts of the conservation education program in Serra Malagueta Natural Park, Cape Verde. Environmental Education Research, 22, 538-550.
Culturally Responsive Teaching for Science Education
Brown, Julie C., & Crippen, Kent J. (2016). Designing for culturally responsive science education through professional development. International Journal of Science Education, 38, 470-492.
An Integrated Approach to Inquiry in the Science Classroom
Bevins, Stuart, & Price, Gareth. (2016). Reconceptualising inquiry in science education. International Journal of Science Education, 38, 17-29.
Self-Esteem and Connectedness to Nature on Youth Wilderness Expeditions
Barton, Jo, Bragg, Rachel, Pretty, Jules, Roberts, Jo, & Wood, Carly. (2016). The Wilderness Expedition An Effective Life Course Intervention to Improve Young People’s Well-Being and Connectedness to Nature. Journal of Experiential Education, 39, 59-72.
Addressing the Nature of Science through Teaching about Climate Change
Arya, Diana, & Maul, Andrew. (2016). The building of knowledge, language, and decision-making about climate change science: a cross-national program for secondary students. International Journal of Science Education, 38, 885-904.