EED2601
EED2601 ASSESSMENT 01 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1
Define environmental education as proposed by the IUCN
Environmental Education is the process of recognising values and clarifying
conceptsin order to develop skills and attitudes necessary to understand an
appreciate the interrelatedness among people, their culture and their biophysical
surrounding. Environmental Education also entails practice in decision making and
self- formulation of a code of behaviour about issues concerning environmental
quality.
1.2
Explain the shift from nature studies to environmental education
Nature study involves observing and learning and appreciating the natural world,
often on a basic or superficial level, focusing on elements like birds, flowers, minerals,
and weather their admiration and background, Examples:
Observing clouds, studying local trees, or exploring a pond are examples of nature
study activities. This was not helping create awareness of the environment and
sustainability. Environmental Education brought depth into nature studies, like what
good is all this beauty if not conserved, taken care off and given back to?
Environmental Education made us recognise the value of the things nature studies
taught us. Every plant and animals interdependence on each other including humans.
1.3
Describe the holistic environment and its components as outlined
In the study guide.
A holistic environment is one that embraces the totality of our lived environment
which constitutes human (constructed, social, cultural, economic and political)The
interdependence of several components that affect both the natural world and
human relationships is referred to as the holistic environment. It is a system that
emphasizes the mutual connection of its constituent parts and comprises all living
and non-living entities in an ecosystem.
Natural environment.
All of the variables, including infrastructure, geography, and climate, are framed by
the physical environment. The stability and biodiversity of an ecosystem can be
impacted by changes in the physical environment, such as variations in temperature
or the availability of resources.
, Constructed environment is made up of infrastructure, urban areas, and man-made
constructions that have an effect on the surrounding environment. Human
interactions with nature are reflected in the constructed environment, which
frequently modifies natural landscapes to make room for human
Social Environment: This encompasses the cultural, economic, and political elements
that shape human behavior and interactions within communities. The social
environment impacts the physical and biological surroundings by influencing how
people engage with natural resources. For instance, activities like deforestation can
result in soil erosion and a decline in biodiversity.
Economic Environment: This pertains to the various systems of production,
consumption, and distribution that influence resource utilization and sustainability.
Economic activities are inherently connected to environmental health, as they
dictate how resources are employed and preserved.
1.4
List the four major interrelated components of environmental
education.
The four main interconnected elements of environmental education are:
Awareness: Recognizing environmental challenges and their importance. This entails
fostering an understanding and sensitivity towards the entire environment and its
issues.
Knowledge: Obtaining facts about the environment and its functioning. This aspect
aids individuals in accumulating diverse experiences and foundational knowledge
regarding the environment and related concerns.
Attitudes: Cultivating values and viewpoints that encourage environmental
stewardship. This includes developing an appreciation and concern for the
environment, which inspires active involvement in efforts to enhance the
environment.
Skills: Gaining the capabilities required to participate in sustainable practices and
address problems. This encompasses honing the skills needed to identify and tackle
environmental issues.
1.5
Explain how the principles of the Tbilisi Declaration can be applied
in a classroom setting to promote environmental awareness.
EED2601 ASSESSMENT 01 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1
Define environmental education as proposed by the IUCN
Environmental Education is the process of recognising values and clarifying
conceptsin order to develop skills and attitudes necessary to understand an
appreciate the interrelatedness among people, their culture and their biophysical
surrounding. Environmental Education also entails practice in decision making and
self- formulation of a code of behaviour about issues concerning environmental
quality.
1.2
Explain the shift from nature studies to environmental education
Nature study involves observing and learning and appreciating the natural world,
often on a basic or superficial level, focusing on elements like birds, flowers, minerals,
and weather their admiration and background, Examples:
Observing clouds, studying local trees, or exploring a pond are examples of nature
study activities. This was not helping create awareness of the environment and
sustainability. Environmental Education brought depth into nature studies, like what
good is all this beauty if not conserved, taken care off and given back to?
Environmental Education made us recognise the value of the things nature studies
taught us. Every plant and animals interdependence on each other including humans.
1.3
Describe the holistic environment and its components as outlined
In the study guide.
A holistic environment is one that embraces the totality of our lived environment
which constitutes human (constructed, social, cultural, economic and political)The
interdependence of several components that affect both the natural world and
human relationships is referred to as the holistic environment. It is a system that
emphasizes the mutual connection of its constituent parts and comprises all living
and non-living entities in an ecosystem.
Natural environment.
All of the variables, including infrastructure, geography, and climate, are framed by
the physical environment. The stability and biodiversity of an ecosystem can be
impacted by changes in the physical environment, such as variations in temperature
or the availability of resources.
, Constructed environment is made up of infrastructure, urban areas, and man-made
constructions that have an effect on the surrounding environment. Human
interactions with nature are reflected in the constructed environment, which
frequently modifies natural landscapes to make room for human
Social Environment: This encompasses the cultural, economic, and political elements
that shape human behavior and interactions within communities. The social
environment impacts the physical and biological surroundings by influencing how
people engage with natural resources. For instance, activities like deforestation can
result in soil erosion and a decline in biodiversity.
Economic Environment: This pertains to the various systems of production,
consumption, and distribution that influence resource utilization and sustainability.
Economic activities are inherently connected to environmental health, as they
dictate how resources are employed and preserved.
1.4
List the four major interrelated components of environmental
education.
The four main interconnected elements of environmental education are:
Awareness: Recognizing environmental challenges and their importance. This entails
fostering an understanding and sensitivity towards the entire environment and its
issues.
Knowledge: Obtaining facts about the environment and its functioning. This aspect
aids individuals in accumulating diverse experiences and foundational knowledge
regarding the environment and related concerns.
Attitudes: Cultivating values and viewpoints that encourage environmental
stewardship. This includes developing an appreciation and concern for the
environment, which inspires active involvement in efforts to enhance the
environment.
Skills: Gaining the capabilities required to participate in sustainable practices and
address problems. This encompasses honing the skills needed to identify and tackle
environmental issues.
1.5
Explain how the principles of the Tbilisi Declaration can be applied
in a classroom setting to promote environmental awareness.
