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Utilizing project-based learning to increase sustainability attitudes among students

Utilizing project-based learning to increase sustainability attitudes among students Sustainability-related learning objectives in university curricula are becoming increasingly popular. While knowledge gain is usually a prevalent metric of success, this study assessed whether a project-based learning assignment could lead to attitudinal shifts in students regarding sustainability. After performing both primary (distributing/analyzing surveys, in-depth interviews) and secondary research, students constructed strategic communication campaign plans the campus sustainability client could implement. Students' (n = 28) attitudes toward sustainability (e.g., severity, susceptibility, self-efficacy, response-efficacy) were measured the first and last day of class. Analyses revealed significant positive shifts in all attitudes measured after project completion. Recommendations in implementing project-based learning activities are discussed. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Applied Environmental Education & Communication Taylor & Francis

Utilizing project-based learning to increase sustainability attitudes among students

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Utilizing project-based learning to increase sustainability attitudes among students

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Sustainability-related learning objectives in university curricula are becoming increasingly popular. While knowledge gain is usually a prevalent metric of success, this study assessed whether a project-based learning assignment could lead to attitudinal shifts in students regarding sustainability. After performing both primary (distributing/analyzing surveys, in-depth interviews) and secondary research, students constructed strategic communication campaign plans the campus sustainability...
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Taylor & Francis
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© 2018 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC
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1533-0389
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1533-015X
DOI
10.1080/1533015X.2017.1366882
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Abstract

Sustainability-related learning objectives in university curricula are becoming increasingly popular. While knowledge gain is usually a prevalent metric of success, this study assessed whether a project-based learning assignment could lead to attitudinal shifts in students regarding sustainability. After performing both primary (distributing/analyzing surveys, in-depth interviews) and secondary research, students constructed strategic communication campaign plans the campus sustainability client could implement. Students' (n = 28) attitudes toward sustainability (e.g., severity, susceptibility, self-efficacy, response-efficacy) were measured the first and last day of class. Analyses revealed significant positive shifts in all attitudes measured after project completion. Recommendations in implementing project-based learning activities are discussed.

Journal

Applied Environmental Education & Communication – Taylor & Francis

Published: Apr 3, 2018

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