Didactics of Biology and Environmental Education
David Zezula, MSc
Senior Scientist, Leitung der Grünen Schule
Office: B-3.012 B (3rd floor, NLW bzw. NAWI)
Hellbrunner Straße 34, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
Tel.: + 43 (0) 662 /8044-7321
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Functions
- Head of the Green School (from11/2024)
- current university teaching (teacher education): “ Interdisciplinary Project in Subject Science, Subject Didactics, and School Practice: Extracurricular Learning Environments and Biodiversity in Biology Education“
- Mid-Level Faculty Representative
Research
The Importance of Nature Observations in Biology Lessons for the Acquisition of Species Knowledge [BeoArt]
David Zezula, Anna Schneeberger & Lena von Kotzebue
ABSTRACT
Changes in species diversity and biodiversity are a current challenge and will play an increasingly important role in biology education in the future. A fundamental education in species knowledge is highly relevant both on an individual level and for society as a whole. Only by recognizing and classifying the diversity of organisms and understanding their relationships in an ecological context can sustainable decisions be made. In times of climate change and the biodiversity crisis, it is crucial to develop an understanding and awareness of biodiversity in order to help shape scientifically and socially relevant functions.The research project “The Importance of Nature Observations in Biology Lessons for the Acquisition of Species Knowledge [BeoArt]” focuses on knowledge about species identification and biodiversity, as well as, among other things, students’ connection to nature.One of the main objectives is to determine which factors influence the acquisition of species knowledge. The scientific findings will contribute to the evaluation and adaptation of biology education and education for sustainable development, aiming for a deeper understanding and increased awareness of biodiversity through a holistic approach.
Keywords: Species Diversity, Biodiversity, Species Knowledge, Biology Didactics, Sustainability
