Through the activities involved in this program, students gain a clear understanding of the causes of environmental problems, solutions that will help reduce the magnitude of the existing problems and an ounce of prevention for the future. Overall Value Students gain a sense of responsibility for the environment. They realize some of the ways they can help reduce the problems, while developing science laboratory skills. They express their perceptions of the problem in each issue. Comparisons are made with articles on the subject that they contribute to the program.
Some students independently search out additional information.
Most of all, students complete the program with an understanding and a greater awareness of the environmental issues which affect all of our lives.