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Book2017 Otago review (McNatty & Boyes)

Place-based education

Smith, G. A.In Stevenson, Brody, Dillon & Wals (Eds.), International handbook of research on environmental education, Routledge2013International

The chapter describes two successful place-based education projects and the principles they share, with early insights into the effect on academic engagement and citizenship.

What's new

The author presents a description of two successful place-based education projects and the common principles underlying the approach. Preliminary insights are provided into the potential impact on students' academic engagement, achievement and self-perception as citizens and stewards.

Why it matters in Aotearoa

A reference chapter on the principles of place-based education.

How strong is the evidence

Handbook chapter

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The chapter

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