1996, Stipes Publishing L.L.C.
Harold R. Hungerford • Ralph A. Litherland • R. Ben Peyton
John M. Ramsey • Trudi L. Volk
The environmental issue investigation and evaluation model includes a skill development component which involves students in those critical thinking processes associated with issue identification, issue analysis, problem delimitation, the identification o f belief systems operating in issue situations, and the use of both primary and secondary sources in data collection (including the Internet). It also trains learners in research sampling procedures, data interpretation, the evaluation of alternative solutions for issues, the identification and evaluation of effective citizenship strategies for issue resolution, and the production of an "action plan" for helping resolve the issues investigated.
Thus, the issue investigation model permits the learner to become an expert information gatherer and data processor as he/she develops those intellectual skills needed for the successful investigation, evaluation and resolution of environmental issues. A further and essential component of this model provides the student with the opportunity to apply these skills in a community-based investigation of an environmental issue and in the attempted resolution of that issue.
Student and teacher editions available. Grades 6 - 12.
What educators have to say about this program:
"Students acquire a personal involvement with issues-related knowledge and the motivation to act on the issues they face in their communities."
Bill Gavila, Kansas City, MO
". . . the best method I have ever used to bring the real world into the classroom."
Gary Warren, West Frankfort, IL
"At last a curriculum that makes me feel like a rejuvenated teacher. Each day with my class is new and exciting."
Delores Roth, Ste. Genevieve, MO