Jurnal VARIDIKA
Volume 37 No 1, June 2025

Integration of Digital Technologies in Environmental Education: A Systematic Review of Trends, Impacts, and Future Directions

Husamah, H. (Unknown)
Rahardjanto, Abdulkadir (Unknown)
Permana, Tutut Indria (Unknown)
Shukri, Ahmad Adnan Mohd (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 May 2025

Abstract

The integration of digital technologies in environmental education (EE) has emerged as an important research area. However, a comprehensive synthesis of international research remains scarce. This systematic literature review (SLR), adhering to the PRISMA guidelines, aims to fill this gap by synthesizing peer-reviewed articles published in the past decade, specifically from the Scopus database. While the Scopus database was prioritized due to its comprehensive collection of high-quality, peer-reviewed journals in the field, future research should consider incorporating studies from other databases to ensure broader coverage of the topic. The primary objectives of this review are to analyze: (1) the predominant research approaches and instruments used in digital technology research in EE; (2) key findings regarding the application of digital technologies in EE; (3) thematic categories that explain the role of digital tools in environmental learning; and (4) the impact of digital technologies on promoting pro-environmental behavior through pedagogical integration. This review synthesizes current research practices and outlines how technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mobile applications enhance student engagement, environmental knowledge, and pro-environmental behavior. Additionally, the review explores the potential risks associated with the adoption of digital technologies, including the phenomenon of "techno-solutionism." It emphasizes the importance of culturally and ethically responsive pedagogies to mitigate these risks. Methodologically, the review adopts a critical approach, evaluating how different studies have addressed these challenges and suggesting strategies for responsible and context-aware implementation of digital tools in EE. The findings of this review underscore the need for critical thinking in the use of digital technologies in EE. The future of digital EE research should focus on long-term impact assessments and the integration of indigenous knowledge into digital pedagogies, ensuring a more inclusive and effective approach to environmental education.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

varidika

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

Journal Varidika is an open access journal published by Lembaga Pengembangan Publikasi dan Buku Ajar, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, twice a year (June and December). The journal focus on both empirical and literature studies in educational field, specifically on HOTS-based education, distance ...