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Title: Assessing Education for Sustainability: Challenges and Recommendations for Enhancing Environmental Education Programs in Primary Schools
Language: English
Authors: Evmorfia Manouilidou, Eleni A. Papadopoulou, Vasillis Tsiantos
Source: International Education Studies. 2026 19(1):1-14.
Availability: Canadian Center of Science and Education. 1595 Sixteenth Ave Suite 301, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3N9 Canada. Tel: 416-642-2606 Ext 206; Fax: 416-642-2608; e-mail: ies@ccsenet.org; Web site: http://www.ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/ies
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Environmental Education, Elementary Schools, Elementary School Curriculum, Sustainable Development, Program Implementation, Coordinators, Program Descriptions, Alignment (Education)
Geographic Terms: Greece
ISSN: 1913-9020
1913-9039
Abstract: The study examines the implementation of Environmental Education (EE) programs in primary education during 2023-2024. The purpose of this study is to explore the scope of the application of environmental education programs through the implementation of corresponding programs as well as their key characteristics. The methodology includes the collection of a large volume of data through emails and interviews, an approach related to the principles of Big Data. Data were gathered from 92 emails received from two elementary schools, which included information regarding the implementation of EE programs. Additionally, interviews were conducted as a source of qualitative data with EE Coordinators from five different regions, enriching the quantity of data collected through the emails. The results indicate that there are serious deficiencies in funding and support from the Primary Education Directorate, which limits the implementation and quality of the programs. The EE Coordinators recognize the importance of EE for the development of environmental awareness, but emphasize the need for better organization, training, and strengthening of student participation. Ultimately, the collection of data from two sources created a knowledge network, where information was interconnected and analyzed as a whole.
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