The following definitions and examples are provided to establish a common understanding of the EE resource types used in this searchable database. All resources included in the database should relate to environmental education (EE). It may be appropriate for a resource to be listed as a single resource type or as multiple types.

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After School Programs
Youth programs designed to take place on weekdays during the school year and after regular school hours. Parents do not typically attend these programs with their children/students.

• Club with meetings that take place at school such as 4-H, Junior Master Gardeners, etc.
• An enrichment program offered at a local EE organization’s location(s)

Camps
Youth “camp” programs offered over a series of days. Chaperones or parents do not typically attend these programs with their children.

• Day camp
• Overnight camp
• Summer camp, spring break camp, winter break camp

Citizen Science Resources
Any programs that involve citizens in monitoring, reporting observations, collecting data, etc. to be used by scientific researchers in answering real-world questions.

• Local, field-based stream monitoring program such as Adopt-A-Stream
• Web-based program for reporting wildlife sightings such as Journey North
• Curriculum, manual, website, etc. used to train citizen scientists

College/University EE Courses
Courses offered by an institute of higher education. Course credit (undergraduate or graduate) is available.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s program in EE, outdoor education, environmental studies, or related field
• Course (online included) that offers undergraduate or graduate credit(s)

Conferences/Symposia
A gathering offering opportunities to hear speakers, attend seminars, and network with others about EE-related topics.

• Annual EE, marine education, or science education conference
• Symposium on EE, outdoor classrooms, native plants, etc.
• Any EE-related conference, convention, summit, etc.

Consulting Resources
EE-related consultant service.

• Educational resource development
• Exhibit design

Contests and Awards
Opportunities to earn prizes, awards, recognition, etc. for EE-related achievements.

• Art or writing contest
• Environmental/science fair
• Teaching award
• Student achievement award
• Academic competition

Educational Materials/Curricula
Any resources designed for teaching and/or learning.

• Lesson/unit plan
• Curriculum guide (Ex. Project Learning Tree, Project WET, Project WILD, etc.)
• Educational game or activity
• Tutorial
• Educational poster, CD, DVD, video, computer software, website, multimedia materials, etc.
• Teaching kit, exhibit, or display

Field Trips /Programs
Programs scheduled in advance by school groups, other organizations, or individuals to take place at an EE provider’s site (or other trip destination). Programs may take place during the day or evening, but do not include staying overnight.

• Educational program (day field trip)
• Guided or self-guided tour
• Evening program
• Scout program ~~ badges, patches, etc.
• Educational birthday party
• Custom program

Grants
Money or materials given to support EE projects.

• Funding
• Equipment, materials, supplies, etc.

Informational Materials/Brochures
Resources designed primarily to inform.

• Newsletter, magazine, journal, book
• Informational flyer, pamphlet, poster, brochure, fact sheet, bulletin, or other publication
• Background information
• Informational website, CD, DVD, video, multimedia materials, etc.

Online Resources/Websites
Resources that use the Internet to further the goals of EE.

• Online/distance learning course
• Website
• Blog
• List-serve
• Electronic newsletter

Outdoor Classroom Resources
Resources to help schools and other organizations establish and utilize an outdoor teaching area.

• Site visit and consultation
• Planning information and resources
• Educational program
• Grant to fund an outdoor classroom project
• Model outdoor classroom

Outreach Programs/Speakers
Presenter(s) available to come to a school, park, library, or other location to speak or offer an educational program. Programs must be scheduled in advance by individuals, groups, or organizations.

• Performance or assembly program
• Live animal presentation
• Expert speaking on a particular topic
• Traveling exhibit(s) with presenter(s)
• Mobile classroom
• "Onsite field trip"

Professional Development Resources
Continuing education opportunities for teachers, EE practitioners, etc.

• Teacher education course or institute
• Workshop
• Class or seminar
• Conference, convention, symposium, etc.
• Course for college credit
• Online course
• EE certification program

Public and/or Family Programs
EE programs offered to the general public and/or families, rather than scheduled by individuals, groups, or organizations. Groups of only adults may participate or parents and children participate in the program together.

• Weekend event, festival, fair, or annual open house
• Public class, seminar, or presentation by an expert speaker
• Guided hike, tour, field experience, etc.
• Family backpacking, camping, or hiking trip
• Family experience such as a pre-K nature program, “meet an animal” presentation, event for home schools, etc.

Residential/Overnight Programs
Educational program that includes staying overnight one or more nights.

• Residential EE program, camp, or outdoor school
• Overnight/sleepover program
• Summer residential camp

Volunteer or Service Learning Opportunities
Opportunities to give of one’s time and talents to benefit others. Service Learning also includes educational opportunities and personal reflection.

• Volunteer naturalist, trail guide, or docent program
• Stream clean-up
• Community improvement project
• Academic service learning program