ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS ON STUDENTS' ATTITUDES TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES

Authors

  • Benjamin Ayua Ambe Department of Environmental Education, University of Calabar, Nigeria
  • Aganyi Asu Ojong Department of Environmental Education, University of Calabar, Nigeria.
  • Cassidy Etta Agbor Department of Environmental Education, University of Calabar, Nigeria
  • Dorn Cklaimz Enamhe Department of social work, University of Calabar, Nigeria.

Keywords:

Environmental education, attitude, behaviour, gender, traditional approach, Experiential approach.

Abstract

This study explored the impact of Environmental Education Programmes on students' attitudes toward sustainability, involving 822 students from two Nigerian universities via census sampling. It assessed the influence of program duration, teaching methods (classroom vs. experiential), student gender, and self-reported knowledge gain on sustainability attitudes. Data, collected through Likert-type questionnaires, underwent statistical analyses (analysis of variance - ANOVA, independent t-test, Pearson correlation) at a 0.05 significance level. Results suggested program duration, instructional approach, and gender insignificantly affected attitudes, yet a positive correlation emerged between perceived knowledge gain and favorable sustainability attitudes. Recommendations propose shifting focus from program duration, offering flexibility in instructional methods, and ensuring inclusive program design despite gender differences. These findings support educational strategies emphasizing knowledge and positive sustainability attitudes.

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Published

2025-06-10

Issue

Vol. 21 No. 2 (2025): March

Section

Articles