Development of a model application for WWW environments to sustain environmental education project about the forest

Development of a model application for WWW environments to sustain environmental education project about the forest

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Article ID: iaor20073341
Country: Greece
Volume: 5
Issue: 1
Publication Date: Jan 2005
Journal: Operational Research - An International Journal
Authors: , ,
Keywords: education, geography & environment, internet, computers: information
Abstract:

Environmental education is an important means for the protection of the natural environment. Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) support various educational tasks, especially with the aim of WWW environments. Information for environmental education projects about the forest can be acquired through Forest Service. Thus, it is developed a model web site to use as a template for any Forest Service unit, with organized material about the forest, about: historical information and status, forest as an ecosystem, functions and benefits, threats and effects, Forest Service, aims and targets and finally links for further information. The application is structured in a flexible, friendly and appealing arrangement for the end-user, comprises a large amount of reliable information, it meets the needs of various users and projects, it promotes environmental awareness and finally upgrades the role of Forest Service through its contribution in environmental education projects.

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