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Exploring Kindergarten Learners’ Environmental Consciousness through Drawings: Towards Instructional Materials Development Batchar, Rendel; Abad, Glenda; Tigas, Blessilda Grace; Farro, Rosemarie; Corintin, Mark Anthony
Edukasiana: Jurnal Inovasi Pendidikan Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Papanda Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/ejip.v4i1.971

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Global environmental crises pose significant challenges to achieving sustainable development, making it imperative to integrate environmental awareness into education at all levels. Early childhood, particularly the kindergarten stage, is a crucial period for cultivating environmental consciousness and instilling lifelong sustainable values. Despite its importance, research on early childhood environmental education (ECEE) in the Philippines remains limited, leaving a gap in understanding how young learners perceive and engage with their environment. This study sought to address this gap by exploring the environmental consciousness of 39 kindergarten pupils at a laboratory school in Central Luzon, Philippines. Using the draw-and-tell technique, combined with semiotic analysis, it examined both the visual and verbal expressions of these young learners. Pupils' drawings featured natural elements (flowers, trees, clouds, and the sun), representations of biodiversity (birds and animals), and the built environment (houses). Imaginative features, such as balloons and rainbows, showcased their creative interpretations of the environment. Oral narratives complemented the drawings, offering deeper insights into their perspectives on environmental issues. The findings underscore the potential of ECEE to nurture environmentally responsible behavior from an early age and inform the creation of green instructional resources, including storybooks designed specifically for kindergarten learners.
Crafting A Stronger Workforce: An Exploration of Mindset, Personality, and Stress For A Work Resiliency Framework at Bataan Peninsula State University Farro, Rosemarie
Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan dan Budaya Vol 6 No 1 (2026): Journal of Education and Culture (JEaC)
Publisher : LPPM UNiversitas Bina Mandiri Gorontalo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47918/vq39fw33

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High performance standards in the dynamic academic environment often trigger stress and burnout, threatening even the most resilient educators. This study examines the determinants of work resiliency among 149 faculty members at Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) to design a robust institutional framework. Utilizing a descriptive-correlational design with Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), the research evaluates the interplay between mindset, personality traits, and stress levels. Findings demonstrate that mindset ( β = 0.313, p < .001), personality (β = 0.111, p = .013), and stress (β = -0.26, p = .002) significantly predict resiliency. Notably, stress serves as a crucial mediator in the relationship between mindset and work resiliency (β = 0.327, p < .001), suggesting that a growth-oriented mindset mitigates the negative impact of workplace pressures. Based on these empirical results, a Work Resiliency Framework is proposed, integrating strategic interventions to cultivate growth mindsets, reinforce positive personality traits, and implement systematic stress management. This framework serves as a strategic blueprint for academic institutions to sustain faculty well-being and professional excellence amidst evolving educational demands.