International Journal of Advances in Educational Research
Vol. 1 No. 3 (2025): January

Environmental conservation in biology learning: An effort to increase students' awareness of environmental issues

Nofamataro Zebua (Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, Indonesia)
Yan Piter Basman Ziraluo (Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, Indonesia)
Ester Novi Kurnia Zebua (Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jan 2025

Abstract

Environmental degradation in Indonesia, including deforestation, plastic pollution, and biodiversity loss, poses serious threats to ecosystems and human well-being. Integrating environmental conservation into biology learning is crucial to fostering students' awareness and responsible behavior toward environmental issues. This study employs a qualitative approach through literature review and curriculum analysis to examine the integration of conservation themes in biology education. Findings suggest that project-based and contextual learning effectively enhance students' understanding and engagement with real environmental challenges. The use of digital tools further supports interactive learning experiences, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills. However, challenges such as limited resources and insufficient teacher training hinder effective implementation. Strengthening teacher capacity, improving curriculum design, and fostering collaboration among schools, government, and environmental organizations are essential to enhancing environmental education. This study underscores the potential of biology learning as a transformative tool in shaping a generation that is not only academically proficient but also environmentally conscious and proactive in sustainability efforts.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijaer

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

The International Journal of Advances in Educational Research is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that provides rapid publication of articles in all areas of interdisciplinary in education. The journal welcomes theoretical and empirical contributions. The journal serves the needs of academics, ...