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Gen:Thrive
Project Overview
This project is designed to promote place-based outdoor activities and opportunities for Utah residents to connect with nature by offering an interactive, statewide collection of outdoor learning and environmental education resources. It includes a comprehensive study of existing programs and tools to identify gaps and barriers to access, which hinder successful statewide implementation. Additionally, the project outlines steps to enhance access to outdoor learning and environmental education, as well as strategies for statewide coordination to ensure successful implementation.
Key Components:
1. Interactive GIS Map:
- Facilitates the mapping of outdoor learning and environmental education service providers.
- Enables detailed data collection to visualize the distribution of resources across Utah.
- Provides a tool for users to explore and engage with local and statewide offerings.
2. Locator Dashboard:
- Allows users to easily locate outdoor learning and environmental education resources tailored to their specific needs.
- Enhances collaboration by connecting users with regional partners and resources.
3. Data Collection and Analysis:
- Systematically collects data on outdoor learning and environmental education service providers.
- Identifies specific needs and areas with potential gaps in resources.
- Empowers providers to assess the outdoor learning and environmental education landscape on both local and statewide scales.
4. Searchable Resources:
- Establishes a comprehensive directory of outdoor learning and environmental education resources.
- Enables users to search and locate resources based on their geographic location and specific requirements.
- Connects educators with resources that align with their teaching standards.
Project Expected Outcomes
1. Resource Optimization
- Identifies gaps in outdoor programs and environmental education service provision.
- Enables strategic allocating of resources to address identified needs, maximizing impact.
2. Collaborative Partnerships
- Strengthens collaboration between educators and outdoor programs and environmental education service providers.
- Establishes a platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and partnership building on regional and statewide levels.
3. Informed Decision-Making
- Provides valuable insights into the landscape of outdoor programs and environmental education in Utah.
- Equips decision-makers with data-driven information to shape policies and initiatives to create as sustainable future for Utah.
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