Unit 15: Environmental Literacy

An Environment-Health-Wellbeing (EHWB) perspective highlights that prevention is just as important as treatment: by reducing exposure to pollution, chemicals, and stressors, we can lower risks of chronic diseases and strengthen communities.

✔️ Describe how environmental factors affect personal and social wellbeing.
✔️ Recognize the impact of green spaces, pollution, climate change, and community design on health.
✔️ Reflect on personal lifestyle choices and their environmental implications.
✔️ Explore strategies to enhance wellbeing through environmental awareness and sustainable practices.
✔️ Apply knowledge to community and personal actions that improve quality of life.

Unit 15 - Environmental Literacy

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    Learning Objectives
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    Introduction
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    Environment, Health & Well-being: An Integrated Perspective
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    Environmental Determinants of Wellbeing
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    Social Environment & Community Wellbeing
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    Reflection: How does your Community Environment Affect you?
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    Healthy Environments as Foundations for Social Resilience.
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    Eco-Anxiety and Environmental Education
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    The Role of Environmental Education (EE) in Coping with Eco-Anxiety
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    Key Practical Activities for Educators:
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    Coping Strategies and Building Emotional Resilience
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    Activities
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    Summary - Key takeaways
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    References
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    Further resources
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