• The Journal of Sustainable Design and Educational Environment Research
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• v.20 no.1
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• pp.55-65
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• 2021

The purpose of this study is to explore the environmental educational relevance of Oriental Storks and school wetland biotope, and to explore environmental education methods using them. Through the study of literature, the history encompassing the extinction and restoration of resident Oriental Storks and the utilization of school wetland biotope, were considered, and the meaning and connection of environmental education were derived. Based on this, planned an environmental education program for all elementary school students. The program consisted of a total of 17 steps reflecting the core elements of environmental education. The specific learning material of an Oriental Stork and the specific place of a wetland biotope as a school facility were linked to provide experience and practice. In conclusion, environmental education for coexistence with nature can be promoted, and the specificity and systematicity of contents can be secured.