The Relationship Between the Implementation of Population and Environmental Education and the Participation of High School Students in Environmental Management in Tebing Tinggi City
Introduction
The preservation of the environment is a crucial issue that requires the involvement of all sectors of society, including high school students. Adolescents have great potential to become agents of change in preserving the environment, and their participation in environmental management is essential for maintaining environmental sustainability. The implementation of population and environmental education (PKLH) is a key factor in encouraging high school student participation in environmental management. This study examines the relationship between the implementation of PKLH and student participation in environmental management in Tebing Tinggi City.
Background
Research has shown that the implementation of PKLH can have a significant impact on student participation in environmental management. A study by Syahdian (2000) examined the role of PKLH in encouraging high school student participation in environmental management in Tebing Tinggi City. The study used descriptive methods with the form of interrelation studies and found a significant correlation between student perceptions of PKLH material, the role of the school, and the role of parents with student participation in environmental management.
Methodology
This study uses descriptive methods with the form of interrelation studies. Primary data was obtained from questionnaires, observations, and interviews, then analyzed descriptively and statistically with the correlation of Spearman rank and multiple regression. The study aims to examine the relationship between the implementation of PKLH and student participation in environmental management in Tebing Tinggi City.
Results
The results of this study show a significant correlation between student perceptions of PKLH material, the role of the school, and the role of parents with student participation in environmental management. The study found that:
Student perception of PKLH material has a strong correlation with their participation in environmental management. This shows that the better students' understanding of PKLH material, the higher the level of their participation in environmental preservation activities.The role of the school in delivering PKLH material also shows a significant effect on student participation. Good teacher social conditions, such as teaching experience, welfare, communication with parents, direction of school principals, and the availability of literature on PKLH, play an important role in encouraging participation student.The role of parents is also proven to have a significant influence. Parents who provide examples, supervise children's relationships, give gifts/sanctions, and be actively involved in educating children about the environment, can increase children's participation in environmental management.
Findings
This research found several findings that needed attention:
The level of integration of PKLH material by teachers is still low. As many as 33.3% of teachers have not integrated PKLH material into their subject matter, and 40% of teachers do not yet have PKLH syllabus.Student participation in preventing smoking addiction and preventing juvenile delinquency is still low. This shows the need for further efforts to increase student awareness about the dangers of smoking and juvenile delinquency.Source of information about the importance of the environment most accessible to students is television. This shows the need for the use of mass media to increase students' understanding and awareness of the importance of protecting the environment.
Implications
The results of this study provide an overview of the relationship between the implementation of PKLH and student participation in environmental management in Tebing Tinggi City. This research can be the basis for stakeholders in improving the quality of PKLH education and encouraging student participation in maintaining environmental sustainability. The implications of this study are:
The importance of improving the quality of PKLH education in schools. The need to increase the teacher's role in integrating PKLH material into the subject matter. It is necessary to support parents in educating children about the importance of protecting the environment. It is necessary to make further efforts to increase student awareness about the dangers of smoking and juvenile delinquency. It is necessary to use effective mass media to increase students' understanding and awareness of the importance of protecting the environment.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this study highlights the importance of the implementation of PKLH in encouraging high school student participation in environmental management in Tebing Tinggi City. The study found a significant correlation between student perceptions of PKLH material, the role of the school, and the role of parents with student participation in environmental management. The findings of this study provide an overview of the relationship between the implementation of PKLH and student participation in environmental management in Tebing Tinggi City. This research can be the basis for stakeholders in improving the quality of PKLH education and encouraging student participation in maintaining environmental sustainability.
Recommendation
Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:
The government and educational institutions should improve the quality of PKLH education in schools. Teachers should increase their role in integrating PKLH material into the subject matter. Parents should be supported in educating children about the importance of protecting the environment. Further efforts should be made to increase student awareness about the dangers of smoking and juvenile delinquency. Effective mass media should be used to increase students' understanding and awareness of the importance of protecting the environment.
Limitation
This study has several limitations, including:
The study was conducted in a single city, Tebing Tinggi City. The study only examined the relationship between the implementation of PKLH and student participation in environmental management. The study did not examine the impact of other factors, such as socioeconomic status and cultural background, on student participation in environmental management.
Future Research
Future research should aim to:
Examine the impact of other factors, such as socioeconomic status and cultural background, on student participation in environmental management. Examine the relationship between the implementation of PKLH and student participation in environmental management in other cities and countries. Develop and implement effective strategies for improving the quality of PKLH education and encouraging student participation in environmental management. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the Relationship Between the Implementation of Population and Environmental Education and the Participation of High School Students in Environmental Management in Tebing Tinggi City
Q: What is the main objective of this study?
A: The main objective of this study is to examine the relationship between the implementation of population and environmental education (PKLH) and high school student participation in environmental management in Tebing Tinggi City.
Q: What methods were used in this study?
A: This study used descriptive methods with the form of interrelation studies. Primary data was obtained from questionnaires, observations, and interviews, then analyzed descriptively and statistically with the correlation of Spearman rank and multiple regression.
Q: What are the key findings of this study?
A: The key findings of this study include:
Student perception of PKLH material has a strong correlation with their participation in environmental management. The role of the school in delivering PKLH material also shows a significant effect on student participation. The role of parents is also proven to have a significant influence.
Q: What are the implications of this study?
A: The implications of this study are:
The importance of improving the quality of PKLH education in schools. The need to increase the teacher's role in integrating PKLH material into the subject matter. It is necessary to support parents in educating children about the importance of protecting the environment. It is necessary to make further efforts to increase student awareness about the dangers of smoking and juvenile delinquency. It is necessary to use effective mass media to increase students' understanding and awareness of the importance of protecting the environment.
Q: What are the limitations of this study?
A: The limitations of this study include:
The study was conducted in a single city, Tebing Tinggi City. The study only examined the relationship between the implementation of PKLH and student participation in environmental management. The study did not examine the impact of other factors, such as socioeconomic status and cultural background, on student participation in environmental management.
Q: What are the recommendations of this study?
A: The recommendations of this study are:
The government and educational institutions should improve the quality of PKLH education in schools. Teachers should increase their role in integrating PKLH material into the subject matter. Parents should be supported in educating children about the importance of protecting the environment. Further efforts should be made to increase student awareness about the dangers of smoking and juvenile delinquency. Effective mass media should be used to increase students' understanding and awareness of the importance of protecting the environment.
Q: What are the future research directions?
A: Future research should aim to:
Examine the impact of other factors, such as socioeconomic status and cultural background, on student participation in environmental management. Examine the relationship between the implementation of PKLH and student participation in environmental management in other cities and countries. Develop and implement effective strategies for improving the quality of PKLH education and encouraging student participation in environmental management.
Q: What are the practical implications of this study?
A: The practical implications of this study are:
Improving the quality of PKLH education in schools can lead to increased student participation in environmental management. Increasing the teacher's role in integrating PKLH material into the subject matter can lead to increased student participation in environmental management. Supporting parents in educating children about the importance of protecting the environment can lead to increased student participation in environmental management. Using effective mass media to increase students' understanding and awareness of the importance of protecting the environment can lead to increased student participation in environmental management.
Q: What are the theoretical implications of this study?
A: The theoretical implications of this study are:
This study contributes to the understanding of the relationship between the implementation of PKLH and student participation in environmental management. This study provides evidence for the importance of PKLH in promoting student participation in environmental management. This study highlights the need for further research on the impact of other factors, such as socioeconomic status and cultural background, on student participation in environmental management.