Designing resilient energy education programs for a sustainable future
Date
2015
Authors
Lane, J. F.
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Source Title
Journal of Sustainability Education
Print ISSN
2151-7452
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Prescott College
Volume
8
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1 - 14
Language
English
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Abstract
Effective teacher professional development in energy education is essential to creating a sustainable future. This article highlights and describes three key components of the Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP) that have led to two decades of increased statewide energy literacy. The success of the program can be attributed to supportive partnerships that guide staff, the development of an adaptive conceptual framework, and a professional development network for teachers. We offer these components as a guide for other energy education programs to promote future successes in teacher professional development in energy education.