Handbook of ecological civilization concept, philosophy, and pedagogy Michael A. Peters, Benjamin J. Green, Greg William Misiaszek, Xudong Zhu, editors

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Peters, Michael A.

Contributor:

Peters, Michael (Michael A.), 1948- editor.

Green, Benjamin J. (Benjamin Jonathan), editor.

Misiaszek, Gregery William, 1973- editor.

Zhu, Xudong, editor.

Series:

Springer international handbooks of education 2197-196X

Springer International Handbooks of Education 2197-196X

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Human ecology--Study and teaching--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Human ecology.

Human ecology--Study and teaching.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Singapore Springer [2026]

Summary:

This handbook explores the concept of Ecological Civilization (EC) through a transdisciplinary lens, organized into five key sections: 1. Dedication and Foreword; 2. Philosophical, Technological and Scientific Foundations; 3. Transformative Educational Approaches and Applications; 4. Practical Applications and Global Perspectives; and 5. Theory, Policy, and Educational Practice, with an additional Ecopedagogies section and Afterword. The Dedication introduces EC, tracing its philosophical roots and contemporary relevance, particularly in China's vision for green modernization. It highlights Dr. John B. Cobb Jr.'s foundational contributions and sets the stage for EC as a paradigm integrating sustainability, education, and global leadership. The Foreword is provided by Mirian Vilela, Executive Director of the Earth Charter International Secretariat. Philosophical, Technological and Scientific Foundations delves into the theoretical underpinnings of EC, drawing from Chinese traditions like Confucianism and the concept of "Unity of Heaven, Earth, and Humanity." Chapters explore EC's philosophical, technological, and scientific dimensions, addressing topics like eco-intelligence, green algorithms, and compassionate civilization, alongside global perspectives such as Indigenous Māori/Pasifika views and cosmo-politics. Transformative Educational Approaches and Applications examines pedagogical frameworks for EC, emphasizing innovative teaching methods. It covers ecopedagogy, place-based learning, and the integration of EC into curricula, with case studies from China and beyond, including rural education initiatives and higher education reforms. Practical Applications and Global Perspectives focuses on real-world implementations of EC, from urban green technology to nonformal environmental education. It includes global case studies, such as African youth engagement with the Earth Charter and children's ecological imaginaries, highlighting diverse pathways to sustainability. Theory, Policy, and Educational Practice analyzes EC's role in shaping educational policies and practices, particularly in China. It explores human-environmental harmony through geography education and critiques competing global paradigms, offering insights into EC as a response to planetary crises. The Ecopedagogies section connects EC with global environmental pedagogies, integrating Chinese philosophy, Freirean ecopedagogies, and concepts like Ujamaa and glocalization to foster socio-ecological transformation. The Afterword synthesizes critical ecosophy and peace studies, proposing a systems-based framework for EC in an era of planetary precarity. It draws on Bateson, Guattari, and posthumanism to advocate for educational resilience and collective action toward flourishing futures. This handbook, with contributions from global scholars, offers a comprehensive exploration of EC, bridging philosophy, education, and practical applications to address the urgent need for sustainable, equitable, and interconnected global systems

Contents:

Section 1 Foreword

Section 2 Philosophical Technological and Scientific Foundations

Section 3 Transformative Educational Approaches and Applications

Section 4 Practical Applications and Global Perspectives

Section 5 Theory Policy and Educational Practice

Section 6 Ecopedagogies

Section 7 Afterword

Notes:

Includes index

Description based upon online resource; title from PDF title page (viewed April 9th 2026)

Other Format:

Print version Peters, Michael A. Handbook of Ecological Civilization

Print version :

ISBN:

9789819521739

9819521734

OCLC:

1583383914

Publisher Number:

CIPO000354675

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license