Journal of Deep Learning
Vol. 2, No. 1, June 2026

Development of Learning Materials Based on Meaningful Learning as an Effort to Foster Green Behavior in Elementary Schools

Bayu Sapto Nugroho (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta)
Harun Joko Prayitno (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta)
Ratnasari Dyah Utami (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta)
Eko Purnomo (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta)
Arif Jamali (Staf Khusus Menteri Bidang Pembelajaran dan Sekolah Unggul Kementerian Pendidikan Dasar dan Menengah Republik Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
27 Nov 2025

Abstract

This study aims to develop a learning device based on meaningful learning as an effort to foster green behavior among elementary school students, specifically at SD Negeri Gumpang 01. The background of this research is rooted in the importance of primary education in instilling environmental awareness and responsible behavior from an early age. The meaningful learning approach was chosen because it allows students to connect new knowledge with their existing experiences or prior knowledge, making the learning process more meaningful and contextual to everyday life. The research method employed is research and development (R&D) using a modified Borg & Gall development model. The development process includes needs analysis, planning, product development, expert validation, revision, and limited trials. Data collection instruments consist of expert validation sheets, student and teacher response questionnaires, as well as observations of learning implementation and student green behavior indicators. The results show that the developed learning devices—consisting of lesson plans (RPP), student worksheets (LKPD), and teaching materials—are highly valid and feasible for classroom use. Furthermore, the implementation of these devices improved students’ understanding of environmental issues and encouraged behavioral changes toward green behavior, such as disposing of waste properly, conserving energy, and caring for school plants. Therefore, learning tools based on meaningful learning have proven effective in supporting the formation of green behavior in elementary school settings. This study recommends the systematic integration of environmental education values into daily teaching and learning activities in primary schools.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jdl

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

The Journal of Deep Learning is dedicated to advancing research on deep learning as a methodological approach in education and AI-based technological development. We emphasize deep learning integrated with artificial intelligent (AI) that fosters meaningful, joyful, and mindful education—rooted in ...