OCRE 4020 - SUS Nature Interpretation

Institution:

Weber State University

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Description:

Nature Interpretation is focused on providing the student with an in-depth investigation of the fundamental principles and concepts of nature interpretation. This includes, but is not limited to historical development of the field, principles of exhibit design, interpretative program designs and techniques, common field techniques, and current trends used by outdoor leaders. In addition, an overview of employment opportunities in the field will be explored. This course emphasizes experimental learning theories and their application to natural history interpretation and environmental education program design. The course content is interdisciplinary in nature, and is grounded in the tenets of experiential education and learning (per the work of John Dewey).

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

OCRE 3050 and OCRE 3100 and REC 3050 and REC 3100 and REC 3810

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.weber.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 626-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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