INTEGRATING ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: DEVELOPING CONCEPTS AND NECESSITY IN SCHOOL CURRICULUM

Abstract

Environmental literacy enables search of solutions to environmental problems and develop social responsibility towards environment. A study is done to find out importance of environmental education and it’s need to be inculcated in School curriculum. Objectives of environmental education need to be achieved to attend goals of sustainable development. Environmental education’s curriculum can connect nature with community. Teachers should appreciate environmental education through active participation of learners. Students often think that environmental education is just an additional burden to them. Teachers should try their level best to develop a positive attitude among learners and make them enthusiastic to solve environmental problems. More research work is required in this area that will help to develop critical thinking ability among learners to reduce environmental challenges caused due to globalization and many other aspects. Environmental Education will promote sustainable use of energy and preservation of biodiversity and natural resources for future generations.