Promoting engagement: using species action plans to bring together students and conservation professionals

Scott, Graham W.; Scott, Graham W.; Turnbull, Shona; Spencer, James

Abstract

We describe an exercise, the production of a species action plan, which utilises components of both transmission mode and experiential learning. This exercise brings together students and a professional role model to promote a stronger engagement with aspects of local biodiversity management. We outline perceived benefits and outcomes of the exercise in the context of a professional ecologist, a student participant and a course tutor, all of whom agree that the completion of the task is a valuable learning opportunity.

Citation

Scott, G. W., Turnbull, S., & Spencer, J. (2008). Promoting engagement: using species action plans to bring together students and conservation professionals. Bioscience education e-journal BEE-j, 12(1), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.3108/beej.12.5

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Online Publication Date: Dec 14, 2015
• Publication Date: 2008-12
• Print ISSN: 1479-7860
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 12
• Issue: 1
• Pages: 1-6
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.3108/beej.12.5
• Keywords: Engagement;Experiential learning;Conservation;Ecology
• Public URL: https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/409584
• Publisher URL: http://www.bioscience.heacademy.ac.uk/journal/vol12/beej-12-5.pdf