Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Gazi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi, cilt.44, sa.1, ss.209-242, 2024 (Hakemli Dergi)
The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of "Nature-Based Education Program-Early Years (DOTEP-E)", an intervention program, on 60-72 month-old children's approach to nature. The research method was designed as a case study design in a qualitative model. The study group consisted of 60 children: 31 in the experimental groups (D1=16, D2=15) and 29 in the control groups (K1=16, K2=13). Research data were collected as a result of interviews with the groups before and after the DOTEP-E program, which lasted 8 weeks, and follow-up interviews conducted with the experimental groups. The data was accessed through the "Draw a Nature Interview Form" and analyzed by content analysis. It has been concluded that DOTEP-E effectively develops a positive approach towards nature and contributes to children's acquisition of ecological consciousness, awareness towards nature, positive emotions and sustainable positive behaviors.