Fostering Humane Attitudes Toward Animals : An Educational Camp Experience in China

Authors

Sarah M. Bexell, Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda BreedingFollow
Olga S. Jarrett, Georgia State University
Xu Ping, Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Feng Rui Xi, Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

Winter 2009

Abstract

A program for children overcomes detachment from other living beings.

Comments

This article summarizes parts of the first author’s doctoral dissertation, “Effect of a Wildlife Conservation Camp Experience in China on Student Knowledge of Animals, Care, Propensity for Environmental Stewardship, and Compassionate Behavior toward Animals.” (Georgia State University, 2006).

Recommended Citation

Bexell, S. M., Jarrett, O. S., Ping, X., & Xi, F. R. (2009). Fostering humane attitudes toward animals: an educational camp experience in China. Encounter: Education for Meaning and Social Justice, 25(4), 25-27.