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The Native Mind and the Cultural Construction of Nature examines how cultural factors shape perceptions of nature, emphasizing the importance of understanding these perceptions in conservation and land management efforts. Empirical studies compare indigenous community conceptualizations of environmental phenomena across generations in the U.S. and Central America. The findings highlight the need for culturally informed educational strategies, revealing potential conflicts between indigenous knowledge and standard science education.

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