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1 online resource : illustrations (black and white), map (black and white). |
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Universities and lifelong learning series
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Universities and lifelong learning series.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
Universities have historically generated knowledge outside of specific local contexts. These pure research methodologies produce knowledge that is carefully partitioned from the practical realities of a phenomenon. This book suggests a world in peril requires us to question this approach, particularly in the field of environmental sustainability. |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Darlene E. Clover and Kathy Sanford PART I: Laying the foundation 1. University responsibility in a world of environmental catastrophe: cognitive justice, engagement and an ethic of care in learning -- Steve Garlick and Julie Matthews 2. Unbounded organization and the unbounded university curriculum -- Howard Richards 3. Indigenous and Western knowledge: a false dichotomy? -- Margaret Sutherland 4. Guerrilla geography: describing and defending place for a living (or the renaissance of 100-mile geographers) -- Briony Penn 5. Universities in transition: overcoming barriers and creating pathways for sustainability -- Jes�s Granados S�nchez PART II: Studies of environmental sustainability 6. Sustainable local food systems and environmental sustainability -- Sandra Streed 7. Higher education intervention in the management of soil erosion and agricultural practice in Nigeria -- Idowu Biao and Roseline Tawo 8. The importance of women's leadership programmes in developing a sustainable economy -- Morgan Chawawa and Wapula Raditloaneng 9. Becoming part of the solution: engaged research on sustainability -- Linda Silka 10. University-community outreach: case study of the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs -- Norman Walzer and Christopher D. Merrett 11. Initiating ecological restoration and community relationships at a satellite campus -- Roberta Lammers Conclusion Index. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Universities and colleges -- Environmental aspects -- United States.
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Universities and colleges -- Environmental aspects. |
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United States. |
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Community and college -- United States.
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Community and college. |
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Sustainability.
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Sustainability. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Inman, Patricia, editor.
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Robinson, Diana, editor.
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| Added Title |
University press scholarship online.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: 0719091624 9780719091629 (OCoLC)881859047 |
| ISBN |
9781781707746 (electronic book) |
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178170774X (electronic book) |
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9781847799555 (electronic book) |
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1847799558 (electronic book) |
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0719091624 |
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9780719091629 |
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