LEEF Fall Mini-Conference

 This presentation will highlight the value of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences in Environmental Education. In a world where highly interrelated Social, Economic, and Political processes are deeply tied to the growing complexity of environmental issues, environmental sustainability requires a holistic approach that seeks to integrate diverse perspectives across multiple disciplines and epistemological backgrounds. Throughout the presentation, key concepts of Interdisciplinary Research will be related to real-world examples from the micro to the macro level to further expand on the value of Context and the Scientific Method. The course structure, which combines various forms of media in course lectures and collaborative group work, will be presented as a foundation for educators and students to expand on environmental education and to gain a better understanding of complex environmental issues.