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Early Childhood Education (PAUD) emphasizes the principle of child-centered learning through meaningful and contextual play activities. Environment-based learning is one of the approaches that is relevant to the characteristics of early childhood because it provides a real learning experience and is close to the child's life. This study aims to describe in depth the implementation of environment-based play learning and its impact on cognitive, language, social-emotional, and motor development in early childhood. The research method used was qualitative descriptive with group B child subjects in PAUD Mawar. Data collection techniques are carried out through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show that environment-based play learning is able to increase children's active involvement, curiosity, communication skills, cooperation, and motor skills. The conclusion of this study shows that environment-based play learning is effectively applied in PAUD Mawar and can be used as an alternative to contextual and holistic learning strategies.

Clean water is a fundamental necessity; however, many regions still struggle to access it due to contamination by suspended particles, organic matter, and harmful microorganisms. This activity aims to strengthen the practical competence of Biology Education students at Universitas Negeri Medan through training in making simple water filters. The training was conducted through demonstrations and simulations using turbid water from the Tembung River as a sample. The filter was constructed from readily available materials such as used plastic bottles, cotton, tissue, sand, small gravel, and palm fiber arranged in layers. The results showed that the filter effectively reduced water turbidity and enhanced students’ skills in clean water treatment technology. The training also encouraged students to develop 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration, while preparing them as future educators capable of raising community awareness about the importance of maintaining water quality. Therefore, this training has the potential to be developed as an applicative environmental education model that contributes positively to clean water provision.

This research investigates the factors contributing to low understanding of environmental degradation among sixth-grade students at SDN 12 Padang Koto Gadang. The study aims to identify internal and external factors affecting students' comprehension of environmental issues within the IPAS (Natural and Social Sciences) curriculum. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with the class teacher, classroom observations, and document analysis of lesson plans and student assessment records. The findings reveal that internal factors include low learning motivation, where students perceive environmental materials as mere memorization tasks, and a significant mismatch between students' kinesthetic-visual learning styles (78%) and the predominantly auditory-lecture teaching methods. External factors encompass conventional teaching approaches dominating 85% of classroom time, limited technological infrastructure, and insufficient interactive learning resources. A paradoxical finding shows that while 70% of students claim environmental concern, only 23% consistently practice eco-friendly behaviors, indicating a substantial gap between cognitive knowledge and behavioral application. The study recommends implementing a hybrid learning model combining Problem-Based Learning with local contexts, utilizing simple nature-based media, and establishing strategic community partnerships. These findings contribute to developing more adaptive and contextual teaching methods aligned with Merdeka Curriculum principles for elementary environmental education.

Adolescent career independence is a crucial aspect in facing the increasingly competitive world of work. This article discusses the role of education and environment in shaping adolescent career independence. Education, both formal and non-formal, provides the foundation of skills and knowledge needed to enter the world of work. On the other hand, the environment, including family, peers, and social communities, plays a role in shaping adolescents' mindsets, values, and motivations in planning their future. This study uses a qualitative approach with a literature study to explore the factors that influence adolescent career independence. The results show that quality education, effective career guidance, and positive environmental support contribute greatly to increasing adolescent readiness to make career decisions independently. In conclusion, collaboration between education, family, and society is key to building a young generation that is independent and ready to face the challenges of the world of work.

Study explores the integration of eco theology into Christian higher education curricula, focusing on the role of faith based environmental education in fostering environmental stewardship. Introduction: As the global ecological crisis intensifies, there is a growing need to incorporate ecological ethics into religious education, preparing future leaders to address environmental challenges. By integrating eco theology with sustainability practices, students are encouraged to view environmental stewardship as a spiritual responsibility grounded in biblical teachings. Literature Review: Previous studies emphasize the success of faith based educational approaches in raising ecological awareness and fostering sustainable practices, particularly in Islamic and Christian communities. Eco theology combines theological principles with environmental ethics, offering a holistic perspective on sustainability. Materials and Method: This study employs a mixed methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data from interviews, surveys, and focus groups with students and faculty members at Christian institutions that integrate eco theology into their curriculum. The research examines changes in students' attitudes toward sustainability before and after participation in eco theology courses, focusing on practical applications of creation care. Results and Discussion: The findings indicate that the integration of eco theology significantly enhances students' ecological awareness and commitment to sustainability practices. Students report an increased understanding of the ethical and moral responsibility to care for creation, as well as greater engagement in community based conservation efforts. The results highlight the potential of eco theology as a transformative model in Christian higher education, equipping students with both ethical and practical tools to address the global ecological crisis.

This study investigates the impact of Islamic education on promoting environmental awareness and sustainable economic behavior among youth. As environmental issues continue to pose significant global challenges, fostering eco-conscious behavior among the younger generation is essential for ensuring long-term sustainability. Islamic education, with its emphasis on ethical responsibility, stewardship, and accountability as outlined in the Quran and Hadith, provides a unique framework for shaping pro-environmental attitudes and behaviors. This experimental study compares two groups of students: the treatment group exposed to green-Islamic content and the control group receiving general civic education. The research measures students' environmental awareness, knowledge of sustainability, and behavior before and after the intervention, using pre-test and post-test questionnaires, as well as qualitative interviews. The results indicate that the treatment group exhibited a significantly greater improvement in environmental awareness and sustainable behavior compared to the control group. These findings suggest that Islamic education, by integrating religious and ethical principles into environmental education, can effectively encourage sustainable behaviors such as resource conservation, waste management, and ethical consumption. The study highlights the importance of incorporating Islamic values into educational curricula as a means to foster a more environmentally responsible generation. Additionally, the research emphasizes the need for further studies to explore the long-term effects of eco-conscious Islamic education across different cultural and educational contexts. The results of this study contribute to the growing body of knowledge on the role of religious education in addressing global environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development.

Environmental education has become increasingly important in addressing global ecological challenges. This community service project aimed to cultivate environmental consciousness among elementary school students through the creative technique of ecoprinting. By using natural materials like leaves and flowers to create unique patterns on fabric, students were not only introduced to an artistic process but also gained a deeper appreciation for the natural world. A workshop was conducted at SDN Kedungpeluk 1 Candi Sidoarjo to teach students the basics of ecoprinting. Participants collected natural materials from their surroundings and experimented with various techniques to create personalized tote bags. The results were impressive, showcasing the students' creativity and their ability to transform natural elements into beautiful and functional objects. Beyond the artistic aspect, the project successfully fostered a sense of environmental stewardship among the students.

Education is a deliberate effort to pass on cultural heritage from one generation to the next. It aims to shape the younger generation to be role models for the previous one. The Community Service method, through a Service Learning (SL) approach, involves applying acquired knowledge to assist the community through direct interaction and providing solutions to their problems. The KKM Group 31 students in Desa Citasuk offer a solution to enhance reading literacy among young children in the area by setting up a Reading Corner. This initiative aims to encourage children to develop a love for reading by providing a variety of books and resources. Reading literacy is crucial for young children in their growth and development. Therefore, community service activities like this KKM project enable students to impart knowledge beyond the classroom while gaining practical experience outside of it. Additionally, the Reading Corner motivates children and boosts their literacy skills.

The Community Service Program aims to increase awareness and knowledge among the community and students about the importance of environmentally friendly technology and to encourage active participation in environmental conservation. Through literature studies, field observations, interviews, and campaigns, this activity has achieved several important results.The results of the activities showed a significant increase in awareness and knowledge about environmentally friendly technologies implemented by PT. Toba Pulp Lestari, Tbk, including liquid and solid waste management, renewable energy utilization, and sustainable forest management. The company's support and commitment to the application of environmentally friendly technology and community education programs have driven the initiation of environmental conservation efforts, ensuring the sustainability of these programs.Based on the results of the activities, policy recommendations were prepared and submitted to PT. Toba Pulp Lestari, Tbk, and other related parties to enhance the implementation of environmentally friendly technology and strengthen community education programs in the future. This Community Service Program demonstrates that collaboration between the company and the community can produce significant positive impacts on environmental conservation and long-term sustainability.

As environmental challenges continue to intensify globally, there is an increasing need for educational systems to foster ecological awareness and sustainable living practices. This paper explores the integration of ecospirituality within religious education, combining deep ecology and faith-based pedagogy to promote environmental consciousness among students. Ecospirituality, a concept that merges ecological awareness with spiritual beliefs, provides a holistic framework that not only encourages ecological stewardship but also aligns these practices with religious values. The paper examines key principles of deep ecology, such as the interconnectedness of all life, biospherical egalitarianism, and anti-consumerism, and explores their application in educational contexts. It also delves into how religious education has historically approached environmental issues, particularly through faith-based pedagogies that emphasize moral responsibility for creation. Using a qualitative research approach, the study conducts content analysis of religious curricula, interviews with educators, and textual examination of religious literature to uncover ecological principles within religious teachings. The findings suggest that the integration of ecological themes into religious education enhances students' understanding of environmental ethics and strengthens their connection to nature. Despite challenges such as resistance to curriculum changes, variations in theological interpretations, and the need for teacher training, the study highlights innovative solutions, including professional development and curriculum adaptation. The comparison with secular environmental education models shows that ecospirituality offers a unique approach by embedding sustainability within spiritual practices. The paper concludes by recommending further research and curriculum development to ensure that ecospirituality can play a central role in shaping a sustainable future through education.

Instilling environmental care character education in students through the adiwiyata program is very important considering the development of science and technology which makes human behavior increasingly exploit natural resources and lose concern for the environment. Through the Adiwiyata program, environmental care character education is expected to generate and realize environmental awareness by introducing children to the importance of environmental conservation. Environmental preservation can be pursued, especially in schools, through the Adiwiyata program. One of the schools in Tulungagung Regency which has the adiwiyata title is SMPN 2 Kauman Tulungagung. This research is qualitative research with a qualitative descriptive research type. The data collection techniques used in this research are observation, interviews, documentation. The formulation of the problem in this research is related to activities in cultivating character education that cares about the environment, strategies for cultivating character education that cares about the environment, supporting and inhibiting factors for cultivating character education that cares about the environment. This research aims to: 1) find out the activities of instilling environmentally caring character education through the adiwiyata program in class IX social studies students at SMPN 2 Kauman Tulungnagung, 2) find out strategies for instilling environmentally caring character education through the adiwiyata program in class IX social studies students at SMPN 2 Kauman Tulungnagung, 3) determine the supporting and inhibiting factors for instilling environmentally caring character education through the adiwiyata program in class IX social studies students at SMPN 2 Kauman Tulungnagung. The results obtained from the research show that 1) in class VII, through socialization on waste recognition, socialization on waste selection, and socialization on waste banks, in class VIII there has begun to be a strengthening of the character of caring for the environment with discipline through class pickets, clean Fridays, not throwing away litter, keeping the classroom and yard clean, responsibility by being willing to accept punishment if you make a mistake, in class IX they have become role models for their younger classmates by giving examples of planting trees and caring for trees, 2) the strategy is that the school takes part in regular competitions, and schools make rules relating to adiwiyata, if anyone violates them they will be punished, 3) supporting factors such as example, teacher strictness, school regulations. Meanwhile, inhibiting factors include school internals, student habits, students' lack of awareness of obeying the rules..

Education is an effort to prepare students to improve the quality of human resources through mentoring and training methods for future roles. Awareness of the importance of protecting the environment has become a concern in society. In this case, assistance and development regarding the importance of protecting the environment is carried out for students at the Sungai Gunung Anyar School. This aims to form a generation that is aware, caring and responsible for the environment, as well as creating a sustainable society in the future.

This paper investigates the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with Environmental Education (EE) and its impact on students' environmental attitudes and knowledge. The study involved 300 students who participated in a curriculum that merged STEM concepts with environmental issues. Findings showed improved environmental awareness and a more positive attitude toward conservation practices among students. The study highlights the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in fostering both scientific literacy and environmental responsibility.