Stairs: English Language Education Journal
Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): STAIRS: English Language Education Journal

Multimodal-Based Approaches in Teaching Ecological Literacy: Enhancing Environmental Awareness through Textual, Visual, and Auditory Integration

Lubis, Bambang Nur Alamsyah (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 May 2025

Abstract

The rise of digital platforms and media has made it essential for educators to adopt innovative methods that appeal to diverse learning styles, thus fostering a deeper connection to ecological concepts. This study explores the use of multimodal-based approaches in teaching ecological literacy, focusing on the integration of textual, visual, and auditory elements to enhance students' understanding of environmental issues. Quantitative and qualitative approach was used in this study, employing a case study method with pre- and post-test assessments to measure students' ecological literacy levels before and after the implementation of multimodal teaching techniques. Data was collected through surveys, interviews, and observation to gather a rich understanding of the students' experiences. The results indicate that the use of multimodal teaching methods significantly enhanced students' ecological literacy, with notable improvements in both cognitive understanding and emotional engagement with environmental issues. Students showed increased awareness and critical thinking skills regarding ecological challenges, and their ability to connect theory with real-world applications was strengthened. In the discussion, it is highlighted that multimodal-based approaches not only improve comprehension but also foster a more inclusive learning environment, allowing students to engage with content in varied and meaningful ways. These findings suggest that multimodal approaches are essential for contemporary ecological education, encouraging both knowledge retention and active participation in environmental advocacy.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

stairs

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Subject

Arts Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

Focus and Scope STAIRS: English Language Education Journal is a biannual open-access publication issued in May and November. STAIRS aims to provide the international audience with original studies encompassing a variety of topics in English language education, including English Teaching and ...