The Higher Institute of Applied Studies in Humanities in Tozeur, in partnership with the "Take the Book by Force" association, organized a day-long seminar on "Environment in Educational and Literary Discourse" for students of the education department. The seminar aimed to emphasize the importance of environmental education and instilling environmental concepts in young people to raise awareness. According to Ali Siyari, coordinator of the seminar, the presentations focused on the use of environment in educational and literary fields.
The presentations during the seminar highlighted the need to include environmental education in the educational curriculum to promote a deeper understanding of environmental issues among young people. This would enable them to understand the risks of environmental pollution and participate actively in their communities to produce a healthy environment. The seminar program consisted of two scientific sessions, with presentations by institute professors, secondary education teachers, and primary school inspectors.
The seminar featured presentations on various topics, including the use of environment in educational curricula, children's perceptions of the environment, and environmental fear in literary and educational discourse. The presenters also discussed the importance of incorporating environmental themes into educational materials, such as textbooks, to promote environmental awareness among students. One of the presenters, Professor and writer Nour El-Din Ben Boubaker, shared his experience in writing about environmental issues in young adult literature.
Ismail Al-Trishaq, general secretary of the "Take the Book by Force" association, emphasized the need to move beyond aesthetic considerations of environmental issues and focus on the human impact of environmental degradation and pollution. He noted that environmental issues have become an important area of focus for cultural institutions, with various art forms, such as theater, music, and visual arts, being used to raise awareness about environmental issues.
Omar Al-Jamli, general inspector for primary schools in Tozeur governorate, discussed the importance of integrating environmental education into primary school curricula. He used the sixth-grade reading book as an example of how environmental themes can be incorporated into educational materials to promote environmental awareness among students. Al-Jamli emphasized that simply including environmental themes in textbooks is not enough and that teachers need to engage students in hands-on activities to deepen their understanding of environmental issues.
The seminar aimed to promote environmental awareness and education among students and teachers in Tozeur. The event provided a platform for participants to share their experiences and ideas on how to incorporate environmental themes into educational materials and promote environmental awareness among young people. The seminar also highlighted the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and community organizations to promote environmental education and awareness.
The "Environment in Educational and Literary Discourse" seminar is part of a broader effort to promote environmental awareness and education in Tunisia. The event demonstrated the commitment of educational institutions and community organizations to raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting sustainable practices among young people. By working together, these institutions aim to empower young people to take an active role in protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development.
Key points
- The seminar highlighted the importance of integrating environmental education into school curricula to promote environmental awareness among young people.
- The event provided a platform for participants to share their experiences and ideas on how to incorporate environmental themes into educational materials.
- The seminar emphasized the need for collaboration between educational institutions and community organizations to promote environmental education and awareness.
