ENVIRONMENTAL IDENTITY OF CANDIDATE TEACHERS
Author(s): Donay Kara ,Serap Ozbas
J. Ponte - Jul 2017 - Volume 73 - Issue 7
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2017.7.42
Abstract:
This study evaluated candidate teachers� and the role of gender on environmental identity. 153 volunteers, picked through a random method, participated in this study in which an environmental identity scale was execised. The findings indicated that the candidate teachers were highly aware of environmental identity. The participants particularly defined themselves as a part of ecosystem and the nature. They expressed their being less sensitive towards green areas, their responsibilities for the nature, and exhibiting pro-environmental behaviors. It was also noted in this study that the male cared more for positive environmental behaviors and being a part of the nature than the female.
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