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| Autor/inn/en | Olson, Lauren; Arvai, Joseph; Thorp, Laurie |
|---|---|
| Titel | Mental Models Research to Inform Community Outreach for a Campus Recycling Program |
| Quelle | In: International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education, 12 (2011) 4, S.322-337 (16 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift
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| Sprache | englisch |
| Dokumenttyp | gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz |
| ISSN | 1467-6370 |
| DOI | 10.1108/14676371111168250 |
| Schlagwörter | Colleges; Campuses; Recycling; Knowledge Level; Misconceptions; College Faculty; College Students; Models; Visualization; Schemata (Cognition); Sustainability; Information Needs; Outreach Programs; Statistical Analysis; Michigan |
| Abstract | Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to develop a better understanding of the state of knowledge of students and faculty on the Michigan State University (MSU) campus; identify relevant gaps in knowledge and misconceptions about recycling; and provide recommendations regarding how these gaps and misconceptions may be addressed through education and outreach. Design/methodology/approach: Using mental models analysis, the current state of knowledge possessed by students and faculty was compared with a comprehensive inventory of on-campus recycling procedures and opportunities. Findings: By combining data from individual mental models elicited from students and faculty members, an overall mental model that depicted the frequency with which subjects understood MSU-specific recycling concepts was developed. This composite model, and the accompanying statistical analysis, revealed important gaps--on part of both students and faculty--in understanding for several key recycling concepts that are relevant to established campus-based waste reduction practices. Originality/value: The mental models approach, which to the authors' knowledge has yet to be applied to campus sustainability initiatives, provides program managers and outreach specialists with a constructive and transparent opportunity to develop and deploy program information that builds on existing knowledge while also meeting the new information needs of key stakeholders. (Contains 2 notes, 2 tables, and 3 figures.) (As Provided). |
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| Erfasst von | ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC |
| Update | 2017/4/10 |
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