OBSERVATION AND IDENTIFICATION OF NATURAL ELEMENTS IN SCHOOL ENVIRONMENTS
A METHODOLOGICAL PROPOSAL
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https://doi.org/10.59099/prpub.2024.52Keywords:
School environment, Environmental Psychology, Nature, MappingAbstract
In recent years, the presence of natural elements in school environments has become increasingly scarce, especially in large cities. This is a concerning issue, given the benefits that nature can bring to students’ well-being and learning. Given this concern, a mapping was proposed to verify and analyze the presence of nature in primary schools. The methodological proposal included sketches to visualize the distribution of natural elements in the physical structure of the school and the proposal of a mathematical formula that calculates the level of nature available there. These guidelines are intended for use in research conducted by scholars of Environmental Psychology and related areas and their use allows for improvements to school infrastructure, promoting student well-being, and encouraging care through contact with nature. In conclusion, this proposal can contribute to the development more sustainable individuals and schools.
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