Rely on these outreach components for a conservation initiative (Dietz, 2004, Env Mgmt):

• Individual homeowners make site assessments with help from trained volunteers who make specific recommendations for reducing bacteria and nitrogen runoff.

Individual 
The learning experience: Relates to personal interests and provides for personal choice and control. (the learning experience is “learner centered”)
The learning experience: Encourages the learner to set meaningful learning goals and to take personal responsibility for their own learning.
The learning experience: Promotes active engagement and real world problem solving.

Community 
The learning experience: Provides participants with feedback about the results of their actions.

Citation: Dietz, M. E., Clausen, J. C., & Filchak, K. K. (2004). Education and changes in residential nonpoint source pollution. Environmental Management, 34(5), 684-690. from the Environmental Sciences and Pollution Mgmt database.
Citation Type: Research