Geografie 1996, 101, 158-168
https://doi.org/10.37040/geografie1996101020158
Environmental Education as Part of Geographical Courses in the Czech Republic - Problems, Suggestions, and Challenges
Improvement of the environment is conditioned by a systematic environmental education. The role of geography in such an educational system is also crucial. As a result, geographical courses require changes. A sound knowledge of one's local region much contributes to the understanding of environment in the broad sense. Environmental education must include the historical development of natural and social elements as well as future prospects. The concept of eco-museum could bring much inspiration to this process. The article deals with the idea of eco-museum of Cental European importance which should primarily influence the environmental thinking of the population.
