The System of Environmental Education in the Regional University

The solution of environmental problems, both on global and regional level, is possible only when a new type of ecological culture is formed and ecologization of education is provided. The complicated ecological situation in the world and the low level of environmental awareness of the population nec...

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Main Author: E. O. Klinskaya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Moscow Polytechnic University 2019-06-01
Series:Высшее образование в России
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Online Access:https://vovr.elpub.ru/jour/article/view/1754
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Summary:The solution of environmental problems, both on global and regional level, is possible only when a new type of ecological culture is formed and ecologization of education is provided. The complicated ecological situation in the world and the low level of environmental awareness of the population necessitate constant improvement of environmental education and enlightenment. The article focuses on these problems and describes the system of environmental education created inSholom-AleichemPriamurskyStateUniversity, which is implemented through different types of teachers’ and students’ activities. The University trains bachelors, masters and postgraduates in the field of ecology and environmental management. In-depth study of environmental problems contributes to the organization of research activities of students. The results of students’ and teachers’ scientific research are tested at scientific conferences, environmental forums at different levels. Special importance in the system of environmental education of the University is given to working with applicants. In this regard University is implementing a series of new modern projects. The Department of geography, ecology and environmental law conducts a scientific ecological and geological circle for students of 8-11 grades in Birobidzhan. Teachers of the Department have published teaching aids, textbooks, educational guides to help school teachers of geography, biology, chemistry in greening the natural cycle subjects. The University has established the Center for environmental education providing the development of ecological culture and moral guidelines in environmental sphere. The paper makes special emphasis on the students’ extracurricular activities and environmental protection work.
ISSN:0869-3617
2072-0459