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Ecological Perspectives in Language Learning: Mapping theoretical diversity for pedagogical transformations Novawan, Adriadi; Aisyiyah, Siti; Ismailia, Titik
International Journal of Studies in Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 2 No. 3 (2026): March (In Progress)
Publisher : P3M Politeknik Negeri Jember

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25047/ijossh.v2i3.6859

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Ecological perspectives represent a paradigm shift in language learning, moving from reductionist models to frameworks that embrace complexity, relationality, and context-embeddedness. This state-of-the-art paper examines five major ecological approaches: affordance-centered (Gibson, van Lier), systems-based (Bronfenbrenner, CHAT), complexity/dynamic systems theory (Larsen-Freeman), critical ecological (ecolinguistics), and holistic/situated perspectives, and their classroom adoption through affordance-based pedagogy, multi-system interventions, and ecopedagogy. Six paradigm shifts mark their influence: from input to affordance, individual to relational, linear to dynamic, decontextualized to embedded, transmission to transformation, and technology as tool to ecological mediator. These shifts have profound implications for pedagogy, research, teacher education, and policy, empowering teachers to make informed, context-appropriate decisions while foregrounding questions of morality, equity, and justice. As digital transformation and climate crisis reshape educational landscapes, ecological perspectives offer essential conceptual tools for creating language education that is more effective, equitable, and empowering.
Ecoliteracy in English for Tourism: Exploring lecturers’ perspectives and challenges in an Indonesian vocational higher education setting Indrastana, Nodistya Septian; Novawan, Adriadi; Wicaksono, Julien Arief; Rinda, Renata Kenanga
International Journal of Studies in Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 2 No. 3 (2026): March (In Progress)
Publisher : P3M Politeknik Negeri Jember

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25047/ijossh.v2i3.6690

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Environmental sustainability is becoming increasingly significant in tourism education. However, incorporating ecoliteracy into English for Specific Purposes (ESP) courses remains limited within vocational settings. This qualitative case study explored how English for Tourism lecturers at an Indonesian vocational college perceive ecoliteracy integration and the challenges they encounter. Three lecturers participated in semi-structured interviews, which were supplemented with analysis of course materials. The results showed four positive perspectives: ecoliteracy enhances practical learning, encourages a comprehensive understanding of the interconnectedness between society, economy, and environment, aligns with industry sustainability expectations, and develops 21st-century skills. Nonetheless, three major challenges were identified: difficulty aligning the curriculum, limited time for developing materials, and insufficient content knowledge in sustainability education. The study highlights that although lecturers see the value of ecoliteracy, institutional support, such as curriculum reform, resource availability, and ongoing professional development, is crucial for effective integration. These insights contribute to understanding teacher cognition in ESP and have implications for policy and professional growth in vocational training.