YDEV 210 - People and Nature

Institution:

Springfield College

Subject:

Youth Development

Description:

Why don’t kids go outside much anymore? Have we lost our connection with nature, and if so, what might happen as a result? What is ’nature’ anyway? In this course, we critically evaluate potential answers to these questions as we investigate people’s relationships with nature. Topics covered in the course include a history of environmental values and attitudes;social and psychological benefits of engagement with nature; constraints to participation in the outdoors; approaches to facilitate outdoor participation; and various initiatives to promote nature experiences.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.spfldcol.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 748-3116

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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