Integrating Environmental Education into School Curricula: Challenges and Opportunities in Developing Countries

Xu Zheng

doi:10.47297/wspiedWSP2516-250037.20250902

PDF
Export
Share
Collection
Album

Integrating Environmental Education into School Curricula: Challenges and Opportunities in Developing Countries

Volume 9, Issue 2

Views: 0 Downloads: 0

Integrating Environmental Education into School Curricula: Challenges and Opportunities in Developing Countries
Integrating Environmental Education into School Curricula: Challenges and Opportunities in Developing Countries
Moscow State Institute of International Relations, Moscow, Moscow Oblast, 109807
Vol. 9, Issue 2, Pages: 165-168(2025)
Published：19 February 2025
DOI：10.47297/wspiedWSP2516-250037.20250902
Accepted：

Scan QR Code

Xu Zheng.Integrating Environmental Education into School Curricula: Challenges and Opportunities in Developing Countries[J].Journal of International Education and Development,2025,09(02):165-168.
DOI：

Xu Zheng.Integrating Environmental Education into School Curricula: Challenges and Opportunities in Developing Countries[J].Journal of International Education and Development,2025,09(02):165-168. DOI： 10.47297/wspiedWSP2516-250037.20250902.

摘要

Abstract

Environmental education (EE) is a critical component of sustainable development

especially in developing countries where environmental challenges such as deforestation

pollution

and climate change are prevalent. This article explores the integration of EE into school curricula

highlighting the key challenges

opportunities

and successful practices. Challenges include limited teacher training

resource constraints

and inconsistent policy implementation

while opportunities arise from global frameworks like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the integration of local resources and traditional knowledge. Case studies from South Africa and Indonesia demonstrate the potential for success when community-based and experiential learning are prioritized. The article concludes with policy and practical recommendations

emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts among policymakers

educators

and stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of EE. By addressing these issues

developing countries can foster environmental awareness and empower future generations to contribute to global sustainability.

关键词

Keywords

references

Debrah J. K. , Vidal D. G. , & Dinis M . A . P. ( 2021 ). Raising awareness on solid waste management through formal education for sustainability: A developing countries evidence review. Recycling , 6 ( 1 ), 6 .

Uralovich K. S. , Toshmamatovich T. U. , Kubayevich K. F. , Sapaev I. B. , Saylaubaevna S. S. , Beknazarova Z. F. , & Khurramov A . ( 2023 ). A primary factor in sustainable development and environmental sustainability is environmental education . Caspian Journal of Environmental Sciences , 21 ( 4 ), 965 - 975 .

Zhang C. , Khan I. , Dagar V. , Saeed A. , & Zafar M . W . ( 2022 ). Environmental impact of information and communication technology: Unveiling the role of education in developing countries. Technological Forecasting and Social Change , 178 , 121570 .

Zafar M. W. , Sinha A. , Ahmed Z. , Qin Q. , & Zaidi S . A . H. ( 2021 ). Effects of biomass energy consumption on environmental quality: the role of education and technology in Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation countries. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews , 142 , 110868 .

Amoah A. , & Addoah T . ( 2021 ). Does environmental knowledge drive pro-environmental behaviour in developing countries? Evidence from households in Ghana . Environment, Development and Sustainability , 23 ( 2 ), 2719 - 2738 .

Liu H. , Alharthi M. , Atil A. , Zafar M. W. , & Khan I . ( 2022 ). A non-linear analysis of the impacts of natural resources and education on environmental quality: Green energy and its role in the future . Resources Policy , 79 , 102940 .

Tien N. H. , Ngoc N. M. , Trang T . T . T., & Mai , N . P. ( 2022 ). Sustainable Development of Higher Education Institutions in Developing Countries: Comparative Analysis of Poland and Vietnam. Contemporary economics, 16 ( 2 ).

Mehmood U . ( 2021 ). Contribution of renewable energy towards environmental quality: The role of education to achieve sustainable development goals in G11 countries . Renewable Energy , 178 , 600 - 607 .

Triyandana A. , Ibrohim I. , Yanuwiyadi B. , Amin M. , & Hajar M . U . ( 2024 ). Strategies to Enhance Eco-Friendly Culture and Environmental Awareness by Green Curriculum Integration in Indonesian Elementary Science Classroom. International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education , 17 ( 1 ), 217 - 231 .

Zarei S. , & Mohammadi S . ( 2022 ). Challenges of higher education related to e-learning in developing countries during COVID-19 spread: a review of the perspectives of students, instructors, policymakers, and ICT experts . Environmental science and pollution research , 29 ( 57 ), 85562 - 85568 .

Alert me when the article has been cited

Submit

The Practice of Environmental Ethics in Environmental Education

Related Author

Congshu Wang

Related Institution

University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

⁰