THIS IS NATURE, NOT AN AMUSEMENT PARK: ATTRITION OF NATURE KNOWLEDGE AND NATURE VOCABULARY AMONG CHILDREN DUE TO URBANIZATION AND DECLINE OF BIODIVERSITY. PEDAGOGICAL PERSPECTIVES

Elena Nicolai

Abstract


Recent studies indicate a connection between species disappearance, urbanization, and a reduction in nature knowledge and vocabulary. While this area of research is still developing, evidence suggests a decline in the transmission of nature-related knowledge across generations, which may also lead to a decrease in relevant nature vocabulary among younger people. In response to these challenges, educational approaches may increasingly focus on investigating nature’s intangible heritage and language.


Keywords


Nature knowledge; nature vocabulary; ecoliteracy; natural divide; outdoor training

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