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<p>The vast majority of people lack familiarity with fundamental concepts regarding the Earth’s formation, evolution, and the everyday use of geomaterials, taking into account that humains are a crucial factor capable of significantly impacting the eco-system’s balance. Effective protection requires not only scientific research, but also active awareness and society engagement of society. Geoeducation, with a focus on geoheritage conservation, represents one of the most effective avenues for informing and raising public awareness on sustainability issues, while simultaneously contributing to the protection of geo-environmental elements. In this context, geoparks serve as valuable tools for promoting geological knowledge and preserving geological heritage. The Kefalonia-Ithaca UNESCO Global Geopark which falls under N.E.C.C.A exemplifies outstanding features, marked by its potential for geoeducation and geotourism potential capabilities. For the purposes of this research, specific geosites were selected, and questionnaires tailored for this study were used to evaluate the scientific and educational significance, in addition to the functional infrastructure of the Geopark. Participants involved in the study exhibit diversity in age, gender, educational level, and economic status. This research finds that geosites and geoeducation are essential in fostering environmentally aware citizens and encouraging the progress of a more sustainable society. In addition, individuals, regardless of their background, are not yet fully informed about the existence of designated regions known as Geoparks under UNESCO, nor are they aware that the extraction and use of mineral resources can be halted within a geopark. Ultimately, initiatives like this project serve as a modest foundation in fostering geoculture by establishing well-structured geotrips in geoparks globally.&#xa0;</p>

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Geoeducation and the Promotion of Geocultural Heritage: the Case of the Kefalonia–Ithaca UGGp Geopark (Greece)

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    2026年1月17日

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  • Maria Kalpogiannaki,
  • Panagiotis Pomonis,
  • Aikaterini Rogkala,
  • Panagiota P. Giannakopoulou,
  • Petros Koutsovitis,
  • Paraskevi Lampropoulou,
  • Elena Zoumpouli,
  • Nikolaos Koukouzas,
  • Dimitrios Papoulis,
  • Petros Petrounias

摘要

The vast majority of people lack familiarity with fundamental concepts regarding the Earth’s formation, evolution, and the everyday use of geomaterials, taking into account that humains are a crucial factor capable of significantly impacting the eco-system’s balance. Effective protection requires not only scientific research, but also active awareness and society engagement of society. Geoeducation, with a focus on geoheritage conservation, represents one of the most effective avenues for informing and raising public awareness on sustainability issues, while simultaneously contributing to the protection of geo-environmental elements. In this context, geoparks serve as valuable tools for promoting geological knowledge and preserving geological heritage. The Kefalonia-Ithaca UNESCO Global Geopark which falls under N.E.C.C.A exemplifies outstanding features, marked by its potential for geoeducation and geotourism potential capabilities. For the purposes of this research, specific geosites were selected, and questionnaires tailored for this study were used to evaluate the scientific and educational significance, in addition to the functional infrastructure of the Geopark. Participants involved in the study exhibit diversity in age, gender, educational level, and economic status. This research finds that geosites and geoeducation are essential in fostering environmentally aware citizens and encouraging the progress of a more sustainable society. In addition, individuals, regardless of their background, are not yet fully informed about the existence of designated regions known as Geoparks under UNESCO, nor are they aware that the extraction and use of mineral resources can be halted within a geopark. Ultimately, initiatives like this project serve as a modest foundation in fostering geoculture by establishing well-structured geotrips in geoparks globally.