Chapter 1
Integrating Geospatial Technologies Into Environmental Education: Enhancing Place-Based Learning And Sustainability Awareness
- By Wodu Douye Pere-Ere, Uba James Uba - 27 Jun 2025
- Innovations in Geography, Agriculture and Environmental Science, Volume: 1, Pages: 1 - 8
Abstract/Preface
The integration of geospatial technologies into environmental education offers transformative potential for enhancing place-based learning and fostering sustainability awareness. Geospatial tools such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and remote sensing technologies allow learners to analyze spatial patterns, engage in real-world problem-solving, and better understand human-environment interactions. This chapter explores the role of geospatial technologies in environmental education, examines case studies, and provides practical strategies for integrating these tools into curricula. It highlights how this integration cultivates critical thinking, promotes environmental stewardship, and empowers learners to become active participants in sustainable development.