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Curriculum & Teaching Studies

Different tracks, same greenness? Environmental literacy models integrated with teachers’ environmental education practices for academic vs. technical/vocational high school students

Article: 2357922 | Received 27 Nov 2023, Accepted 15 May 2024, Published online: 04 Jun 2024

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