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Cutter, Susan L. – International Social Science Journal, 1996
Examines the increasing hazardousness of places as a consequence of natural disasters, technological failures, and chronic environmental degradation on a global scale. Describes the trends and impacts of environmental hazards, including their frequency, magnitude and damage on both a regional and international scale. (MJP)
Descriptors: Accidents, Ecology, Economic Development, Emergency Programs

Bearer, Cynthia F. – Future of Children, 1995
Presents the scientific basis for the impacts of the environment on children and describes the differences between adults and children in physical, biological, and social environments. The article highlights why children should not be treated as "little adults" in developing environmental policy. (GR)
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Biology, Child Development, Child Health
Yuster, Leigh C., Ed.; And Others – 1989
This publication is a compilation of environmental information and resources for the year 1988. The first section details the coverage and use of this volume. Section 2 contains a review of events in 1988; a chronology of events; a status report produced for Congress; three articles on environmental issues including global change, pesticides, and…
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Energy, Energy Conservation, Environmental Education
Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics. – 2002
This document is the instructor's manual for a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) training course that reflects the requirements of HUD's Lead Safe Housing Rule and is designed to provide training contractors with information regarding containment, minimization, and cleanup of lead hazards during activities that disturb…
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Trades, Compliance (Legal), Construction (Process)
Northern Montana Coll., Havre. Montana Center for Vocational Education, Research, Curriculum and Personnel Development. – 1990
This document describes Montana's postsecondary curriculum to prepare hazardous materials technicians. Basic general education requirements are described. The technical skills and the knowledge associated with each are listed in the following categories: (1) site assessment; (2) sampling materials; (3) handling materials; (4) recording data; (5)…
Descriptors: Asbestos, Curriculum Development, Emerging Occupations, Environmental Standards
Brennan, Eileen G., Ed.; McGovern, John J., Ed. – 1984
This publication provides background information and activity suggestions on air pollution and related environmental topics. Student projects and experiments which can be adapted at both elementary and secondary levels are also provided. Information is organized in three parts. Part I covers basic facts about air pollutants including the types,…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Conservation (Environment), Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education

Koker, Mark; Thier, Herbert D. – Bulletin of Science, Technology and Society, 1990
Described is a program which provides materials and techniques for presenting information about chemicals, toxicity, groundwater, hazardous wastes in the home, risk, and understanding parts per million, to a nontechnically trained community and workplace groups. (KR)
Descriptors: College Science, Community Education, Environmental Education, Environmental Influences

Ember, Lois R.; And Others – Chemical and Engineering News, 1986
Discusses the global trends associated with the increasing levels of carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, methane, and chlorofluorocarbons (CFS) in the earth's atmosphere. Presents several ecological effects associated with these increases, along with some of the possible social and economic implications for the quality of life. Argues for more…
Descriptors: Chemical Reactions, Climate, Ecological Factors, Economic Factors
Cuyahoga Community Coll. - East, Cleveland, OH. – 1998
The middle school and high school lessons featured in this collection were crafted by science and math teachers who participated in a week-long seminar sponsored by the Eisenhower Professional Development Program administered by the Ohio Board of Regents. The lessons showcase a variety of active learning strategies from using hands-on, low-tech…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Conservation (Environment), Ecology, Energy
Bell, Carole O.; Schwartz, Martha M. – 1986
This two-volume supplementary curriculum is designed for teachers of children grades 4-8. There are eight units overall: (1) national resources; (2) litter; (3) household hazardous wastes; (4) landfills; (5) recycling; (6) incineration; (7) compost; and (8) source reduction. Each unit contains a list of objectives for students, a suggested time…
Descriptors: Conservation Education, Conservation (Environment), Educational Objectives, Elementary School Science
Foothill-De Anza Community College District Hazardous Materials Program Review and Future Direction.
Foothill-De Anza Community Coll. District, Los Altos Hills, CA. – 1996
This document provides a historical perspective on the Foothill-De Anza Community College District Hazardous Materials Program. Prior to the 1990's, the State College and Community College system were basically exempted from nearly all local regulatory compliance efforts. State enforcement of environmental regulations at the community college…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Community Colleges, Educational Change, Educational Environment
Koenig, Herbert G.; Fairbanks, Eugene B. – 1993
This student textbook and accompanying teacher supplement strive to provide objective instruction in global environmental issues. Twenty-six study units present facts, opinions, and consequences of environmental issues, as well as responses which have been, and could be, made to the environmental issues. Each unit is introduced by a newspaper…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Cooperative Learning, Endangered Species, Environmental Education
Department of Housing and Urban Development, Washington, DC. – 2001
This student manual comprises the United States Environmental Protection Agency's model renovation training course designed for renovation, remodeling, and painting contractors. It provides information regarding the containment, minimization, and cleanup of lead hazards during activities that disturb lead painted surfaces. Introductory material…
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Trades, Environmental Standards, Facility Improvement
Goldfarb, Theodore D., Ed. – 1989
The student who has thoughtfully examined opposing viewpoints on an issue should perceive what other position can be occupied on that issue and should learn to carefully consider antithetical viewpoints. The development of this critical approach is the purpose of this book. An introduction, postscript summary, and pro and con articles or published…
Descriptors: Careers, College Science, Conservation (Environment), Controversial Issues (Course Content)

LaRocco, Joseph C.; Gregori, Harry E., Jr. – Update on Law-Related Education, 1995
Outlines the lesson plan that uses the issue of solid waste disposal to examine the relationship between local, state, and federal governments. Handouts include a quiz on solid waste management, an information sheet, and a simulation of a local problem. The simulation involves the location of a hazardous waste site. (MJP)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Compliance (Legal), Court Litigation, Environmental Standards