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Contact Name
Rahmah Evita Putri
Contact Email
rahmahep@fmipa.unp.ac.id
Phone
+6285760598611
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universeipa@gmail.com
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Jl. Prof. Dr. Hamka,
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UNIVERSE : Journal of Science Education Teaching and Learning
ISSN : -     EISSN : 2746962X     DOI : https://doi.org/10.24036/universe
Core Subject : Education, Social,
UNIVERSE is a peer reviewed and scientific journal published by Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) in collaboration that publishes twice a year. This journal aim is to publish articles include opinions, insights, analysis and research report from various kind of research, such as experimental, descriptive, research and development (R&D), and action research on Education. UNIVERSE is a journal that publishes only an original articles on the newest issues occuring internationally in science education, science teaching and learning, science curriculum, and science teachers preparation with special purpose to improve our knowledge of science education, teaching, learning and practice. This journal also has a number of specific objectives in several fields: 1. Teaching In teaching activities, it is not only focused on the lecturer, but also on the teacher in the class. The application and development of learning models, the application and development of instructional media, the development and application of textbooks, the development and application of new treatments to students and all teaching activities with the aim of increasing motivation, ability, skills and mindset both by the teacher, and the students. 2. Learning Research in the form of a process, description, treatment or development in the field of learning. Learning activities both nationally and internationally, from a variety of perspectives and mindsets. 3. Practice In practice we invite papers that related to any activities indoors, outdoors. Theoretically, empirically and practically. Experimental and quasi-experimental practice research. Research at school, in the field, to teachers, to students, or to the community. The latest issue, news, and fact. 4. Science Curriculum In the field of curriculum, we invite articles that focus on the application or development of national and international curricula. Methods for applying curriculum or assessments, tools, and media used as support in the implementation or development of the curriculum.
Arjuna Subject : Umum - Umum
Articles 171 Documents
INTEGRATING ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION ISSUES INTO SCIENCE LEARNING TO ENHANCE STUDENTS' ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY: A LITERATURE REVIEW Nindy Notrilauvia; Yulia Fitri Harahap; Edo Nofriadi; Intan Lestari Mulyaning Tyas
Universe Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Science Education Teaching and Learning
Publisher : Department of Science Education

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Abstract

Environmental pollution has become an increasingly important context in science education because it enables students to connect scientific concepts with authentic environmental challenges. Integrating environmental pollution issues into science learning is considered a promising approach to fostering students' environmental literacy and promoting sustainability-oriented education. This study aims to synthesize existing research on the integration of environmental pollution issues into science learning and examine its contribution to the development of students' environmental literacy. A literature review was conducted by analyzing relevant national and international publications focusing on pollution-based science learning, scientific literacy, environmental literacy, and education for sustainable development. The findings indicate that integrating environmental pollution issues into science learning enhances students' environmental literacy, scientific literacy, critical thinking skills, and environmentally responsible behavior. Student-centered instructional approaches, including problem-based learning, inquiry-based learning, socio-scientific issues, and sustainability-oriented learning, consistently provide more meaningful and reflective learning experiences. Furthermore, environmental pollution issues function not only as science content but also as authentic learning contexts that encourage critical reflection, environmental awareness, and sustainability-oriented decision-making. Despite these benefits, challenges remain in teachers' pedagogical readiness, instructional implementation, and the integration of sustainability perspectives into science classrooms. This review highlights the importance of contextualizing environmental pollution issues within science learning as an effective strategy for promoting environmental literacy and advancing sustainability-oriented.