Term

Fall 12-11-2016

Capstone

Thesis

Degree Name

MAED: NSEE

Primary Advisor/Dissertation Chair

Shelley Orr

Secondary Advisor/Reader One

Eric Burfeind

Peer-Reviewer/Reader Two

Megan Liebl

Abstract

The question addressed by this research study was, “What are the impacts of an experiential-based learning opportunity?” Participants of the study were high school students enrolled in an elective summer field-experience course. Students completed a survey prior to the nine-day canoe trip in Lake of the Woods, Minnesota. This survey provided background information on the participants’ general interest in the environment, self-confidence, and ability to communicate effectively. Following the field-experience, students completed a similar survey. The data collected was analyzed using methods for a qualitative research study. The results indicated that after participating in a field-experience course students reported a greater appreciation for the environment, a sense of personal growth, and an increased ability to communicate effectively.

Research Methodology

Survey (attitude scale, opinion, questionnaire)

Keywords

Environmental Studies

Publisher

Hamline University

Source

School of Education Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations at Hamline University

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