Margarita Marinova, Bisera Zhelyazkova
Peyo Yavorov Secondary School – Varna, Bulgaria
https://doi.org/10.53656/voc21-67novi
Abstract. Today we all live in an extremely dynamic world which provokes a variety of challenges related not only to health but also to education and social isolation.
It appears that many young people are motivated and ambitious to shape their own future gaining experience and confidence during the school years. Many of their ideas have a creative and rational potential which triggers socially useful initiatives and projects on regional, national or international level. Participation in eco projects, volunteering and supporting social causes combines studying and practical activities and, thus, raises the quality of education and breaks its traditional character. And when innovation is also included, the result is predetermined and winning.
Using an integrated system for ecological management, “Peyo Yavorov” Secondary School has encouraged students, teachers and parents to participate in eco initiatives for more than 20 years. This enriches their knowledge and improves the environment.
Focusing on the ecological education ensures better understanding of the environmental problems with their local and global impact. Different approaches are used for developing key competences which creates later an active, healthy and environmental-friendly behavior.
Activities in the eco field have proved to be effective as means of raising sensitivity and responsibility aiming at the change of one’s attitude – towards themselves, the others and the environment.
Keywords: ecological/environmental education and awareness; eco school; ecological activities; key competences
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