Math and Science Teachers^ Perspective on Embedding Environment-related Literacies into Teaching Practices
Nurul Hidayah, Alan Reid, Gillian Kidman

Monash University

Abstract

Developing environment-related literacies is essential in the pursuit of a sustainable future, and teachers play a pivotal role in this endeavour. Teachers^ perspectives serve as a vital link between educational theory and its real-world application. This research project aimed to explore the perspectives of teachers in Indonesian high schools concerning the embedding of environmental literacy into their teaching practices. Through semi-structured interviews with teachers from diverse discipline such as mathematics, physics, biology, and chemistry, this study aimed to gain insight into the challenges, opportunities, and strategies associated with promoting environment-related literacies, particularly in light of the new curriculum. The study^s findings shed light on the current status of environmental education in educational setting and offers recommendations for policymakers and practitioners in promoting a more sustainable future by enhancing environmental education practices.

Keywords: Environment-related literacies

Topic: Science Education