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Developing A Learning Environment For The Edwards Aquifer With A Base In Systems Thinking And Dynamics, James Everette Simon Iii
Developing A Learning Environment For The Edwards Aquifer With A Base In Systems Thinking And Dynamics, James Everette Simon Iii
Masters Theses, 2010-2019
The purpose of this project was to create a learning environment that fostered an interest in conservation and preservation of the Edwards Aquifer in children by using the endangered and threatened species that live in the aquifer and depend on it to survive. This game was based on the system dynamics of the Edwards Aquifer that were put into a causal loop diagram. In order to gather the data I needed for this project, I spent a great deal of time in San Marcos, Texas, at Texas State University’s Albert B. Alkek Library. The library contained hardcopies of information that …
Agricultural/Forestal Districts: Surveying Afd Landowners In Augusta County And The City Of Staunton To Determine Areas For Program Improvement And Program Promotion Strategies, Martin Driver
Masters Theses, 2010-2019
Agricultural/Forestal Districts (AFDs) are rural conservation zones reserved for the production of agricultural products and function to protect agricultural and forestal lands as important natural resources. These districts are formed voluntarily by Virginia landowners and provide a number of important benefits to the landowners and surrounding communities. From a stewardship and administration standpoint, it would benefit both landowners and administrators to determine areas needing improvement within the AFD program. Also, it would be beneficial to these same parties to determine optimal methods for promoting the program to landowners who are not currently AFD members. The evaluation and understanding of these …