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ERIC Number: EJ1426231
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024-Jun
Pages: 6
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1053-8259
EISSN: EISSN-2169-009X
Reported Decreases in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practices in Environmental Education Organizations
Robert Justin Hougham; Sarah Burgess; Jody Bauer
Journal of Experiential Education, v47 n2 p238-243 2024
Background: STEM achievement gaps affect marginalized students nation-wide. Environmental education (EE) does not currently nor historically represent a wide range of demographic backgrounds, and increasing concerns demonstrate the effects this can have on pedagogy of the field and the success of its students. Purpose: This research focuses on measures being reported by EE organizations in Wisconsin, and nearby regions, in their work to address diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with consideration to inclusive practices, instructional materials, and overall pedagogy of EE. Methodology/Approach: In 2021, a web-based survey was emailed to 140 EE organization leaders and an updated version was emailed to 112 EE organization leaders in 2023. Responses were analyzed to determine the status of EE across the state and trends across years. Findings/Conclusions: The data does demonstrate a need for equity in EE, specifically supporting students with different learning needs or from underrepresented backgrounds. DEI initiative importance versus resources allocated is disjointed. Lack of consistent collection of demographic data leads EE organizations to fall short of DEI action. Implications: In order to better support learning and positive outcomes, it is significant that environmental educators reevaluate their practices to meet the needs of the growingly diverse students across the country.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Wisconsin
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