Environmental Literacy Research Articles

The treatment of environmental literacy in the ELT textbooks in Vietnam

The treatment of environmental literacy in the ELT textbooks in Vietnam

Improving the Health and Environmental Health Literacy of Professionals: Evaluating the Effect of a Virtual Intervention on Phthalate Environmental Health Literacy

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists provided updated guidance in 2021, recommending that reproductive health professionals should include discussion of environmental exposures with their patients. However, environmental health is seldom included in medical training, with endocrine-disrupting chemicals, such as phthalates—linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes—being among the least discussed. We developed a one-hour virtual educational intervention to train reproductive health professionals on the routes of phthalate exposure, potential associated health impacts, and suggestions on how to discuss exposure reduction with patients. The intervention was designed to include perspectives from patients, scientists, and clinicians. Using a pre/post/post design, we evaluated the impact of the intervention on reproductive health professionals’ phthalate-related reproductive health literacy via a validated environmental health literacy (EHL) scale, their confidence in discussing phthalates, and the frequency of discussions about phthalates with patients. All materials, including the study questionnaires and intervention materials, were administered virtually to reproductive health professionals (n = 203) currently seeing patients working in the United States. After completing the intervention, reproductive health professionals’ average EHL increased (pre-course: 22.3, post-course: 23.7, 2 months post-course: 24.0), as did their confidence in discussing phthalates with their patients (pre-course: 1% (2/203) reported being quite confident, post-course: 64% (131/203) reported being quite confident, and 2 months post course: 86% (174/203) reported being quite confident). Additionally, the reported frequency of discussions about phthalates with patients rose substantially (pre-course: 0% (0/203) reported usually discussing phthalates with patients, and 2 months post-course: 86% (175/203) reported usually discussing phthalates with patients): In line with the recommendations of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, this online phthalate educational intervention tool increased EHL among reproductive health professionals and shifted clinical care to include discussion about phthalates, a reproductive toxicant.

Family language policy and the design of homescape in transnational families

Abstract Building upon previous research on family language policy, this study explores the homescape, pertinent to the Chinese home literacy environment within Chinese transnational families. It categorizes various forms of Chinese literacy homescape and examines parental perspectives and agency in the design, creation, and adaptation of the homescape within their households. The study draws on ethnographic data from four Chinese-speaking families residing in France and Germany. Data includes sound recordings of family interactions, photographs, in-depth interviews and field notes from discussions with family members. Adopting the lens of ethnographic Linguistic Landscape, the study categorizes the Chinese literacy homescape into four sensory modalities: highly visible, semi-visible, soundscape, and digital and interactive. Findings reveal that parents employ highly strategic and agentic approaches when designing the Chinese literacy homescape, demonstrating their keen awareness of the unique characteristics of the Chinese writing system and the specific challenges their children face when learning to read Chinese.

Development of Global Warming E-Module Integrated with PBL Model and Ethnoscience to Promote Students’ Environmental Literacy

Information and communication technology (ICT) in the 21st century is experiencing rapid development in the field of education. Education in the 21st century requires students to master 21st century skills and themes. One of the themes that students must master is environmental literacy. Based on the initial study conducted, students' environmental literacy is still low. One of the solutions provided to support the improvement of environmental literacy is the development of global warming e-module integrated with problem based learning model and ethnoscience to promote students' environmental literacy. The purpose of the study was to investigate the validity and practicality of the e-module. Product development refers to the Hannafin and Peck research and development model. The technique used in data analysis is descriptive statistics. Based on data analysis, two research results were obtained. First, the validity test results were 91.8 with a very good category. Second, the results of practicality according to teachers and students are 95.7 and 85.2 in the excellent category. The results concluded that the global warming e-module integrated with PBL model and ethnoscience to promote students' environmental literacy is valid and practical and can be used in supporting the physics learning process.

Fostering Student Competence in Data Interpretation and Environmental Literacy Through E-PjBL Model Assisted by Computational Simulation

The aim of this research is to identify the effectiveness of the project-based learning model with an environmental issue approach (E-PjBL) model assisted by computational simulation in fostering environmental literacy and data interpretation competence among students. This study is a quantitative descriptive research. The sample consisted of 22 individuals. The research was conducted on students taking general chemistry courses at Mandalika University of Education. The variables studied were environmental literacy and data interpretation competence. Data were collected through descriptive tests. The tests were based on themes and data during the project conducted in the chemistry laboratory of Mandalika University of Education. The data were then described in graphical form and analyzed using the N-Gain test assisted by SPSS 22 application. The results of the E-PjBL assisted by computational simulation proved to increase environmental literacy and data interpretation competence. This statement is supported by the N-Gain test results where 50% of students were in the moderate and high categories, while the rest were in the low category. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the E-PjBL model assisted by computational simulation is able to improve students' environmental literacy and data interpretation competence.

Discovery Learning-Based Worksheets as a Tool for Enhancing Science Process Skills and Environmental Literacy in Middle School Students

The aim of this study is to develop Discovery Learning-based Learner Worksheets (LKPD) using the ADDIE model with the objective of enhancing the science process skills and environmental literacy of secondary school students. This research employs a one-group pretest-posttest design within the context of a research and development (R&D) project conducted in class VII of SMP Negeri 2 Bungku, comprising 29 students, of whom 13 are male and 16 are female. The research instruments included validation sheets, Discovery Learning-based learner worksheets, observation sheets for science process skills, environmental literacy tests, and questionnaires for teachers and students regarding their responses to the product. The results demonstrated the validity of this development, with a score of 88%, a figure that was additionally supported by the teacher response score, which fell within the "very practical" category. The product of this development has a positive effect on students' science process skills, with an N-gain of 0.60 in the moderate category, indicating a significant improvement. The effect size of 0.47 in the moderate category indicates that this improvement is very significant. Furthermore, the development results had a significant impact on students' environmental literacy, with an N-gain of 0.35 in the medium category. The effect size of environmental literacy was 0.47 in the medium category.

Media Literacy Skills for Promoting Sustainable Development in Rivers State

The study examined media literacy skills for promoting sustainable development in Rivers State. Three research questions guided the study. The study anchored on information literacy theory. The survey research design was adopted using a sample of 167 respondents drawn from a population of 278 lecturers in the four departments of Communication, film and media studies using proportionate sampling technique. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire which was validated by experts and used for data gathering. The reliability of the instrument was established at 0.82 using the Pearson Product Moment Correlation Co-efficient (PPMC). The study found amongst others that critical and analytical thinking, digital literacy, environmental literacy, cultural and social awareness, and collaborative communication are media literacy skills needed for promoting sustainable development. The study concluded that media literacy and education can potentially empower the citizens to be able to critically analyze and evaluate media messages, be better informed, engage, and be proactive in addressing both local and global issues that can bring about sustainable development in Rivers State. Media literacy skills were essential for the citizens to be well informed on the various types of media outlets and their roles in promoting sustainable development in Rivers State-Nigeria. The study recommended amongst others that Policymakers and curriculum planners begin to think along the lines of integrating media literacy into the school curriculum. This will help students develop a holistic understanding of media and its impact on society.

Penguatan Literasi Matematika dan Sains Melalui Pemberdayaan Karang Taruna Guyub Rukun RT 02 RW 04 Kelurahan Mangunsari Kecamatan Gunungpati Kota Semarang

Youth Organization Guyub Rukun, which is only 4 years old, is still minimal in participating in contributing to the implementation of the neighborhood program. This community service activity aims to strengthen the Neighborhood Mangunsari literacy environment, especially with Mathematics and Science literacy which is part of the Community Reading Park management carried out by Youth Organization Guyub Rukun. Through the empowerment of Youth Organization Guyub Rukun, it is hoped that it can strengthen the literacy of residents of RT 02 RW 04 Mangunsari. The program is implemented with the principle of empowerment, as well as a collaborative-participatory approach. The methods of activities that have been carried out are training, ToT (Training of Trainers), simulation, and practice with assistance. The results showed an increase in knowledge, skills, and positive attitudes of the target partners in the management of Community Reading Park and it facilitating Mathematics and Science literacy activities for children in RT 02 RW 04 Mangunsari, Gunungpati Semarang.

The Effect of a Sibling Shared Reading Intervention on the Reading Development of Early School-Aged Children in Rural China

ABSTRACT Research Findings: The home literacy environment provides important support for the reading development of preschool and early school-age children; however, existing research has mainly focused on the role of parents. The current study examines the effect of a 10-week, sibling-shared reading intervention on the reading development of lower-grade primary school children in rural China. Sixty children in grades 1–2 from multi-child families were recruited from a rural primary school and randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups (30 in each group). Results showed that although the two groups of children were well matched on various background characteristics and reading measures at baseline, immediately after the intervention, children in the Sibling Shared Reading intervention group not only performed significantly better than the control group on intervention-based character recognition but also showed significantly higher performance on reading comprehension beyond the intervention materials than the control group. At the six-month follow-up test, the intervention group also performed significantly better than the control group in reading comprehension. The findings of the present study extend the home literacy model and suggest the role of siblings in children’ reading development. Practice or Policy: We recommend that, in addition to parents, reading enrichment activities among siblings are an important and effective strategy for promoting children’s reading development in multi-child families.

Assessing Littering Centric Environmental Literacy of University Graduates in Bangladesh

To create a sustainable society, this study aims to assess the littering centric environmental literacy and impact of socio-demographic variables on environmental literacy among university graduates in Bangladesh. By using multistage sampling technique, we collect 209 responses from bachelor and master level students from different higher educational institutions from Khulna city. Descriptive statistics, ANOVA and weighted mean index has been used to trace out the research objective. This study finds that students have a moderate level of environment literacy (3.67 in a scale of 5.00). Students have a higher score on environmental knowledge (3.77 in a scale of 5.00) and a lower score on environmental attitude and concern (3.62). Noticeable, students have the most positive attitude in the affective tendency but least positive attitude in the cognitive tendency. It also finds that students are aware about the environmental issues but did not perform that responsibility in their daily life. ANOVA analysis reports that parental education and income has a significant impact on environmental literacy and its components. Alternatively, number of highly educated member in family and hometown status has significant impact on knowledge, attitude and environmental literacy. This finding helps stakeholders to understand the students’ literacy about a pro-environmental issue.

Future Nurses in a Changing Climate: Exploring the Relationship Between Environmental Literacy and Climate Anxiety.

Climate change significantly impacts public health, increasing the prevalence of respiratory, cardiovascular and mental health issues. Nurses, as frontline healthcare providers, need strong environmental literacy to manage these health challenges. This study explores how environmental literacy among nursing students relates to climate anxiety, aiming to improve educational strategies and mental health support for future nurses. Is to investigate how environmental literacy among nursing students affects their levels of climate anxiety. A cross-sectional survey was utilised on a representative sample of 620 nursing students from each academic year. Climate anxiety scale and the environmental literacy scale for adults were used to collect data. Environmental literacy and its components were positively linked to cognitive-emotional and functional impairments and climate anxiety. Gender differences were observed, with females experiencing higher climate anxiety. Increased environmental literacy generally reduced climate anxiety, particularly in females, emphasising gender differences in environmental literacy's impact on climate anxiety. Despite the model's low explanatory power (R2 = 0.026), the findings highlight the importance of gender differences in the relationship between environmental literacy and climate anxiety. Nursing students show promise in their environmental knowledge but face significant climate anxiety. Gender differences in anxiety levels warrant attention. Addressing these concerns is crucial for preparing nurses to effectively address climate change's health effects and ensuring a resilient healthcare system. The study underscores the importance of integrating environmental literacy into nursing education and promoting pro-environmental behaviours among nursing students and professionals. It highlights the crucial role of mental health support services, policy advocacy and ongoing research in addressing climate anxiety and preparing nurses to tackle the health impacts of climate change. No patient or public involvement.

A 5-year longitudinal study of bilinguals’ vocabulary growth and the role of the prekindergarten home language and literacy environments.

A 5-year longitudinal study of bilinguals’ vocabulary growth and the role of the prekindergarten home language and literacy environments.

Preschoolers' home music environment relates to their home literacy environment and parental self-efficacy.

Positive relationships between the home literacy environment and children's language and literacy development are well-established. However, existing literature has overlooked the potential contributions of the home music environment. Initial evidence indicates positive relationships between the home music environment and children's emerging language and literacy skills, yet it remains unclear whether and how children's home music and literacy environments may be related. Furthermore, parents' sense of self-efficacy is known to impact the home environment provided for their children. Despite being linked with the home literacy environment, parental self-efficacy has not been directly investigated in relation to the home music environment. In the present study, 124 caregivers of preschoolers completed a one-time online survey about their children's home music environment, home literacy environment, and parental self-efficacy. Partial correlations and hierarchical regressions reveal that children's amount of music exposure is associated with qualitative (not quantitative) aspects of the home literacy environment, specifically parents' use of interactive techniques during shared reading. Moreover, parental self-efficacy is associated with children's amount of exposure to music. Overall, these findings support the need to further examine how the home music environment may meaningfully contribute to an enriching learning environment, especially to support language and literacy development.

Revisiting the Schooling Inputs Debate: Experimental Evidence From an Early Grade Literacy Intervention in Lao PDR

ABSTRACTDespite the importance of interventions focused on schooling inputs, such as teacher training and provision of reading materials, there is mixed evidence on their impacts on the intensive margin of schooling. In this context, we provide evidence from a randomized controlled trial of a schooling intervention in Lao PDR, which focused on a combination of literacy activities, including teacher training, provision of reading materials, and community engagement in children's education. We show that the 2‐year effect of the literacy activities led to significant improvements in basic and foundational literacy skills for Grade 2 students in Lao PDR. We provide suggestive evidence that improvements in school environment (including more frequent engaging activities in the classroom by the teacher) and improvements in home literacy environment (such as encouraging children to read) play a key role in students' higher literacy outcomes.

Analisis Peran Guru Sebagai Fasilitator dalam Literasi Dasar Membaca di Kelas Rendah

This research aims to analyze the role of teachers as facilitators in basic reading literacy in lower grades. This research uses descriptive qualitative research. Qualitative emphasizes meaning rather than generalization and the data cannot be resolved with statistical calculations. Qualitative research is research that provides an overview of a phenomenon or situation that occurs. The aim of this research was to determine the role of teachers as facilitators in basic reading literacy in class III at SDN Ranji. The results of the research show that literacy in class III is good and is carried out every day, because there is a teacher's role in providing facilities in the classroom to support literacy activities. The role of the teacher as a facilitator in literacy activities is observed by the author from several indicators, including: Providing facilities for literacy activities , Providing non-physical facilities, acting as a partner, Carrying out duties and functions as a facilitator teacher, literacy environment and reading skills.

Science interdisciplinary learning approach: a study interdisciplinary thinking skills and literacy environment

The formation of environmental literacy in the education system through education for sustainable development (EfSD) experiences many obstacles. The aim of the research is to analyze the impact of interdisciplinary science learning for interdisciplinary oriented education for sustainable development to improve interdisciplinary thinking and environmental literacy of prospective teachers. The experimental method with a quasi-experimental pretest posttest group design was used in this study. The data collection technique used is an environmental literacy questionnaire and an interdisciplinary thinking test. Data analysis technique used independent t test. The results obtained were that the science interdisciplinary learning effective in improving interdisciplinary thinking performance and environmental literacy. The performance of students’ interdisciplinary thinking affects environmental literacy of students. The university forms student teacher candidates who have the ability to think interdisciplinary so that they can manage science learning in an interdisciplinary and environmentally literate manner. The implication of this research is the importance of fostering interdisciplinary thinking and environmental literacy at all levels of education.

Examining the relationship between environmental ethics literacy and environmental awareness characteristics

Examining the relationship between environmental ethics literacy and environmental awareness characteristics

Environmental Literacy and Pro-Environmental Behavior of Pre-Service Science Educators: The Mediating Effect of Their Climate Change Awareness

The study investigated at how climate change awareness mediates the relationship between environmental literacy and pro-environmental behavior among pre-service science educators in the Davao region, involving a total of 305 respondents. A descriptive-correlational approach was used in a non-experimental quantitative research design. The findings revealed that pre-service science educators exhibit high levels of pro-environmental behavior, environmental literacy, and climate change awareness. This finding highlights the important role of future science educators in disseminating knowledge about climate change, as persons with higher levels of environmental literacy are more likely to engage in pro-environmental actions. Climate change awareness functioned as a partial mediator, indicating that although environmental literacy is essential, climate knowledge enhances educators' involvement in sustainable practices. The findings underscore the essential function of prospective science educators in climate advocacy, indicating that educational programs may improve environmental literacy curricula and incorporate discussions on climate change, thus preparing future teachers to motivate responsible environmental actions in their communities.

Transformative Sustainable Education Approach as Environmental Literacy Transformation: Case Study of Ecosystem Material in Elementary Schools

The adiwiyata program has been implemented in several elementary schools in Indonesia, but its implementation has yet to be integrated into learning. The objectives of this research are: 1) To find out the implementation of the Transformative Sustainable Education (TSE) approach in Natural and Social Science (NSS) learning; 2) To find out whether the implementation of the TSE approach is effective in improving students' environmental literacy. This TSE approach is implemented in natural and social sciences learning. This research used an experimental method with pretest-posttest control group design. The population of this study were 5th grade students of MIN 2 Bantul which consisted of class A and class B. The sample was selected by cluster random sampling and the students were selected. The sample was selected by cluster random sampling and class A of 29 was selected as the experimental class and class B of 28 as the control class. The instruments used in this study include observation sheets of learning implementation with the TSE approach and environmental literacy observation sheets. The results showed that: 1) The TSE approach was implemented with a percentage of 95% in the very good category; 2) The TSE approach was effective in improving environmental literacy in the medium category.

Feasibility of Biopreneurship Project-Based Science Module for Students in the Bagek Kembar Ecotourism Area

The biopreneurship project-based science module is teaching material designed to combine biological concepts with entrepreneurship through project-based learning. This research aims to develop a biopreneurship-based science module valid for increasing students' scientific literacy, entrepreneurial motivation, and environmental literacy in the Bagek Kembar Ecotourism Area. This research is development research using the ADDIE model, namely Analyze, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The development and validation stages of the module were carried out at the University of Mataram and SMA Negeri 1 Sekotong. The research instrument was a validation questionnaire given to science experts and teachers. The validity of the Science Module is based on the Aiken V Index. The results of the biopreneurship project-based science module validity show that the Aiken V Index for the size and appearance of the module cover, module design, module content, and language used are 0.95, 0.95, 0.93, and 0.94, respectively. Included in the valid category. This research concludes that the biopreneurship project-based science module is suitable for use in schools to increase students' scientific literacy, entrepreneurial motivation, and environmental literacy in Bagek Kembar ecotourism.