Environmental Education Produces Higher Scores on Standardized Tests -- The Washington State Findings

Research in Washington and other states shows that students in schools using environmental education consistently score higher on standardized tests than students in schools without EE

WHY DOES ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION IMPROVE TEST SCORES?

Because EE helps:

◗ Increase motivation for learning in all subject areas

◗ Focus students and improve their overall behavior in the classroom4

◗ Develop critical thinking skills

◗ Foster the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

See report.