“Awe is an emotional experience hard to describe, a fleeting moment that marvels the mind and reminds you that it is impossible to fully comprehend the vast mystery and majestic beauty that is the world you live in”
(Azzopardi, 2020)
Karen Jones is a passionate and award-winning environmental educator who blends 3 decades of national park ranger and local government sustainability experiences with scientific awe and pro-environmental behaviours research.
Awe is one of the most craved human experiences and through presentations, workshops and webinars, Karen reveals the scientific evidence to prime your participants to experience awe and wonder.
Her innovative and insightful approach can easily be integrated into existing education experiences and can lead to enhanced learning outcomes and memorable experiences.
Warning, you may feel inspired and motivated after participating in Karen’s session!
Karen’s research was conducted as part of Taronga Zoo and University of Sydney’s Masters of Wildlife Conservation Education, to support zoo and aquarium staff to implement their Social Change for Conservation: The World Zoo and Aquarium Conservation Education Strategy.