Learning from Wildlife-Inspired Awe
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2020
Abstract
This study sought to explore the implications for individuals who experienced awe while in the presence of wildlife. A conceptual framework was adapted that integrated the theory of emotional learning with experiential learning theory. In-depth interviews brought into focus the resultant learning stemming from experiences of wildlife-inspired awe. Learning manifested through pro-environmental and prosocial behaviors in which participants’ career choices were affected as well as their advocacy for pro-environmental behaviors within their community of friends and family. In the process of chronicling participants’ stories, we developed a better understanding of the ways in which people make sense of and ultimately learn from experiences of wildlife-inspired awe.
Department
Recreation, Parks, and Leisure Services
Print ISSN
0095-8964
Online ISSN
1940-1892
Publication Title
The Journal of Environmental Education
Recommended Citation
Hicks, J. R. (2020). Learning from wildlife-inspired awe. The Journal of Environmental Education, 51(1), 44-54. https://doi.org/10.1080/00958964.2019.1594148
DOI
10.1080/00958964.2019.1594148
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Publisher's Copyright and Source
Copyright © 2019 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
