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THE IMPORTANCE OF BIODIVERSITY EDUCATION
Prof. Leo Tan Wee Hin
Director,National Institute of Education, NTU

Abstract
This address will look at biological diversity as it relates to our understanding (through education and other means) of the interconnected nature of the living world and its processes at three different levels - genetic diversity; species diversity and ecosystem diversity. Why are these important? The value of biodiversity to humankind's wellbeing and survival will be discussed.