Children S Attitudes Knowledge And Behaviors Toward Animals

Author : Stephen R. Kellert
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Animals
ISBN : LCCN:83602276

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Children's Attitudes, Knowledge and Behaviors Toward Animals by Stephen R. Kellert Pdf

The basic objectives of this research, which involved children in the 2nd, 5th, 8th, and 11th grades, were to describe children's uses and perceptions of animals and to discern possible developmental stages in the evolution of attitudes toward animals. Personal interviews were conducted with 267 children from 16 public schools randomly selected from urban, small city, suburban, and rural areas of the state of Connecticut. Three major developmental stages in the evolution of children's perceptions of animals were found. The first stage, occurring from the 2nd to 5th grade, was characterized by a dramatic increase in emotional concern and general affection for animals. Since very young children were the most exploitative, harsh, and unfeeling of all children in their attitudes toward animals, environmental programs should focus on the affective realm. The transition from fifth to eighth grades witnessed the second major developmental stage--a major expansion in children's intellectual and cognitive understandings of animals. Therefore, factual learning should be emphasized at this stage. The third developmental stage occurred between 8th and 11th grades, during which time children's ethical concern for the welfare and kind treatment of animals increased dramatically. This stage offers the best opportunity for teaching about ethical relationships to animals and the concepts of ecology and wildlife management. (RM).

Author : Stephen R. Kellert
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Animals
ISBN : MINN:31951P00646640J

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Children's Attitudes, Knowledge and Behaviors Toward Animals by Stephen R. Kellert Pdf

The basic objectives of this research, which involved children in the 2nd, 5th, 8th, and 11th grades, were to describe children's uses and perceptions of animals and to discern possible developmental stages in the evolution of attitudes toward animals. Personal interviews were conducted with 267 children from 16 public schools randomly selected from urban, small city, suburban, and rural areas of the state of Connecticut. Three major developmental stages in the evolution of children's perceptions of animals were found. The first stage, occurring from the 2nd to 5th grade, was characterized by a dramatic increase in emotional concern and general affection for animals. Since very young children were the most exploitative, harsh, and unfeeling of all children in their attitudes toward animals, environmental programs should focus on the affective realm. The transition from fifth to eighth grades witnessed the second major developmental stage--a major expansion in children's intellectual and cognitive understandings of animals. Therefore, factual learning should be emphasized at this stage. The third developmental stage occurred between 8th and 11th grades, during which time children's ethical concern for the welfare and kind treatment of animals increased dramatically. This stage offers the best opportunity for teaching about ethical relationships to animals and the concepts of ecology and wildlife management. (RM).

Author : M.W. Fox,Linda D. Mickley
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789400949980

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Advances in Animal Welfare Science 1984 by M.W. Fox,Linda D. Mickley Pdf

This book, the first in an annual series, written by academicians scientists, philosophers and others-is not intended exclusively for an imal welfarists and conservationists. Since it is written* by scholars, it will appeal to a wide range of academic and professional readers who are involved with animals for scientific, economic, altruistic, and other reasons. While this first volume cannot cover the entire spectrum of animal welfare science-related topics, it does, in its diversity of con tributions, demonstrate the multi-faceted and interdisciplinary nature of the subject of this new series. Indeed, animals are as much an integral part of society as we are dependent upon them. The many interfaces between us and the billions of animals under our dominion (as well as the environment upon which the welfare of human and non-human animals alike is ultimately de pendent) have their separate features: trapping and wildlife manage ment; laboratory animal research; whaling and fishing; veterinary practice; agriculture and farm animal husbandry; horse racing and the ownership of animal companions; the propagation of captive wildlife and their preservation in the wild; the use of animals as companions and for the purposes of vicarious entertainment.

Author : Raymond S. Nickerson
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2002-12-18
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781135638917

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Psychology and Environmental Change by Raymond S. Nickerson Pdf

This book stimulates thinking on the topic of detrimental environmental change and how research psychologists can help to address the problem. In addition to reporting environmentally relevant psychological research, the author identifies the most pressing questions from an environmental point of view. Psychology and Environmental Change: *focuses on ways in which human behavior contributes to the problem; *deals with the assessment and change of attitudes and with studies of change of behavior; *proposes ways in which psychological research can contribute to making technology and its products more environmentally benign; and *introduces topics such as consumption, risk assessment, cost-benefit and tradeoff analyses, competition, negotiation, and policymaking, and how they relate to the objective of protecting the environment.

Author : Stephen R. Kellert
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Animals
ISBN : MINN:31951P009596550

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Knowledge, Affection and Basic Attitudes Toward Animals in American Society by Stephen R. Kellert Pdf

Author : Susan Hunter,Richard A. Brisbin
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2016-02-15
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781612494357

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Pet Politics by Susan Hunter,Richard A. Brisbin Pdf

Although scholars in the disciplines of law, psychology, philosophy, and sociology have published a considerable number of prescriptive, normative, and theoretical studies of animals in society, Pet Politics presents the first study of the development of companion animal or pet law and policy in Canada and the United States by political scientists. The authors examine how people and governments classify three species of pets or companion animals-cats, dogs, and horses-for various degrees of legal protection. They then detail how interest groups shape the agenda for companion animal legislation and regulation, and the legislative and administrative formulation of anticruelty, kennel licensing, horse slaughter, feral and roaming cat, and breed ban policies. Finally, they examine the enforcement of these laws and policies by agencies and the courts. Using an eclectic mix of original empirical data, original case studies, and interviews-and relying on general theories and research about the policy process and the sociopolitical function of legality-the authors illustrate that pet policy is a unique field of political struggle, a conflict that originates from differing perspectives about whether pets are property or autonomous beings, and clashing norms about the care of animals. The result of the political struggle, the authors argue, is difficulty in the enactment of policies and especially in the implementation and enforcement of laws that might improve the welfare of companion animals.

Author : Patricia G. Patrick,Sue Dale Tunnicliffe
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400748620

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Zoo Talk by Patricia G. Patrick,Sue Dale Tunnicliffe Pdf

Founded on the premise that zoos are ‘bilingual’—that the zoo, in the shape of its staff and exhibits, and its visitors speak distinct languages—this enlightening analysis of the informal learning that occurs in zoos examines the ‘speech’ of exhibits and staff as well as the discourse of visitors beginning in the earliest years. Using real-life conversations among visitors as a basis for discussion, the authors interrogate children’s responses to the exhibits and by doing so develop an ‘informal learning model’ and a ‘zoo knowledge model’ that prompts suggestions for activities that classroom educators can use before, during, and after a zoo visit. Their analysis of the ‘visitor voice’ informs creative suggestions for how to enhance the educational experiences of young patrons. By assessing visitors’ entry knowledge and their interpretations of the exhibits, the authors establish a baseline for zoos that helps them to refine their communication with visitors, for example in expanding knowledge of issues concerning biodiversity and biological conservation. The book includes practical advice for zoo and classroom educators about positive ways to prepare for zoo visits, engaging activities during visits, and follow-up work that maximizes the pedagogical benefits. It also reflects on the interplay between the developing role of zoos as facilitators of learning, and the ways in which zoos help visitors assimilate the knowledge on offer. In addition to being essential reading for educators in zoos and in the classroom, this volume is full of insights with much broader contextual relevance for getting the most out of museum visits and field trips in general.

Author : Stephen R. Kellert
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Animals
ISBN : CORNELL:31924002183956

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Knowledge, Affection, and Basic Attitudes Toward Animals in American Society by Stephen R. Kellert Pdf

Author : Mary Renck Jalongo
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-07-23
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789400769229

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Teaching Compassion: Humane Education in Early Childhood by Mary Renck Jalongo Pdf

In response to highly publicized incidents of school violence, educators across the United States and in many other nations are seeking effective ways to prevent and modify aggressive and anti-social behaviors in students. One of the major recommendations of the research is that efforts to prevent cruelty need to begin early, during the early childhood years of birth through age eight. The focus of Teaching Compassion: Humane Education in Early Childhood is guiding young children to accept responsibility for and to be kind in their interactions with fellow human beings, animals and the environment. Although humane education is a relatively new concept in the field of early childhood education, professionals in the field are very familiar with many of the related concepts, including: promoting positive interpersonal interactions, teaching children the skills of self-regulation, giving children experience in caring for living things and protecting the environment. This edited volume is an interdisciplinary compendium of professional wisdom gathered from experts in the fields of education, child development, science, psychology, sociology and humane organizations. As the book amply documents, the concept of humane education is powerful, integrative, timely and appropriate in work with young children. Teaching Compassion: Humane Education in Early Childhood shows how it is possible for adults dedicated to the care and education of young children to balance attention to the cognitive and affective realms and, in so doing, to elevate the overall quality of early childhood programs for children, families and communities.

Author : Stephen R. Kellert
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Government publications
ISBN : MINN:31951002892054Q

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Public Attitudes Toward Critical Wildlife and Natural Habitat Issues by Stephen R. Kellert Pdf

Author : Sue Dale Tunnicliffe
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-21
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781351234726

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Emerging Biology in the Early Years by Sue Dale Tunnicliffe Pdf

This inspiring text celebrates young children as 'emergent biologists' and explains how their natural inquisitiveness and curiosity can be harnessed to increase early understanding of scientific concepts, and so lay the foundations for future learning about the living world. Full of practical tips, suggested discussion points and hands-on activities, Emerging Biology in the Early Years is a uniquely child-focussed resource. Chapters provide key information on the physical environment, including weather phenomena and soils, plants, animals and human development, and prioritise the child’s perspective to offer activities which are in line with their natural development, thereby provoking discussion, problem-solving and child-led investigations. From planting seeds, to classifying rocks, flowers and animals, to understanding growth processes and recognising anatomical features, this book takes a holistic approach to science which moves beyond the confines of the curriculum and the classroom and shows how biology can be taught in a fun, engaging and inexpensive way both at home and in the early years setting. Providing a rich collection of ideas, activities, and downloadable sheets, this will be an invaluable resource for early years practitioners and parents looking to develop young children’s scientific skills and understanding.

Author : David Anderson,Alex de Cosson,Lisa McIntosh
Publisher : Springer
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2015-12-09
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789463002387

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Research Informing the Practice of Museum Educators by David Anderson,Alex de Cosson,Lisa McIntosh Pdf

Museums are institutions of both education and learning in service of society, that is, they are sites where educational experiences are designed and facilitated, and also places where visitors learn in broad and diverse ways. As such, the role of public education in museums today is highly important, if not at the centre of museum activity. As museums contemplate the growing significance of their educational roles and mandate within a changing society, so too they are increasingly in need of information about the audiences they serve and their own professional practice as they strive to achieve their educational missions in service to the communities in which they are embedded. Accordingly, this edited book focuses on informing, broadening and enhancing the pedagogy of museum education and the practices of museum educators. The chapters in this book report independent research studies conducted by the authors who have explored and investigated a variety of issues affecting museum education practice, contextualized across a range of institutions, including art galleries, natural and social history museums, anthropology museums, science centres, and gardens. These studies address a cross-section of contemporary issues confronting the field of museum education including studies of diverse audiences and their needs, the mediation of challenging topics, professional training, teaching and learning in informal settings, and reflective practice and praxis. Together these themes represent a set of topical issues germane to informing, broadening and enhancing educational practices in diverse museum settings, and will be of considerable interest to a broad spectrum of the museum and non-formal education fields.

Author : Raynald Harvey Lemelin
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781107012882

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The Management of Insects in Recreation and Tourism by Raynald Harvey Lemelin Pdf

An insight into the booming industry of insect leisure and tourism, using case studies and examples from around the world.

Author : E. Christien Michael Parsons,Edward Jeremy Hind-Ozan,Leslie Cornick,Mariana Padron,Jason Paul Landrum
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2022-03-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782889748112

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5th International Marine Conservation Congress by E. Christien Michael Parsons,Edward Jeremy Hind-Ozan,Leslie Cornick,Mariana Padron,Jason Paul Landrum Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 622 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1992-10
Category : Education
ISBN : PSU:000068697518

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Resources in Education by Anonim Pdf