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61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to Fostering Environmental Stewardship through Mangrove Ecotourism: A Study on Gili Sulat's Educational Impact
ClearMangrove Ecotourism as an Education and Learning Facility
This study investigated the educational value of mangrove ecotourism on Gili Sulat, Indonesia, through questionnaires and interviews with ten biology education students. Findings revealed that students developed a nuanced understanding of mangrove ecosystem functions and expressed heightened environmental awareness, supporting the use of ecotourism sites as educational resources for conservation learning.
Promoting sustainability and conservation practices through environmental education in Aceh, Indonesia
This paper is not about microplastics; it is a mixed-methods study examining how environmental education programs in Aceh, Indonesia influence sustainability practices and conservation awareness.
Ocean Literacy’s Influence on Integrated Learning: Teachers’ Understanding and Involvement
Researchers investigated ocean literacy integration in Indonesian junior high school education, surveying 116 teachers to examine how their understanding of ocean literacy and participation in related training influenced their inclination toward integrated teaching approaches.
Pengelolaan Pariwisata Berkelanjutan Melalui Kampanye Pengurangan Sampah Plastik di Objek Wisata Pulau Bokori Sulawesi Tenggara
A community service program at Bokori Island, Indonesia implemented a plastic waste reduction campaign to promote sustainable tourism, finding that environmental education and waste management interventions helped reduce visitor-generated plastic litter at this coastal destination.
Learning instructional using webbed models based on local potential "Pulau Kembang" to enhance ecological literacy skill
Researchers developed an integrated science learning module for middle school students based on the local ecosystem of Pulau Kembang, an island in Indonesia, to improve ecological literacy. The module combined discovery learning principles with local environmental content. Students who used the module showed improved understanding of ecological concepts and environmental stewardship.
Pembersihan Sampah Di Pantai Lagunci Dan Pengaruhnya Terhadap Kepedulian Lingkungan Pemuda Usia SMP Di Desa Bahari III Kabupaten Buton Selatan
This community outreach study from Indonesia assessed the impact of beach cleanup activities at Lagunci Beach on environmental awareness among local residents, finding that participatory cleanup events increased ecological knowledge and pro-environmental behavior.
Affecting Factors on Community Based Mangrove Replantation Programs in Semarang Coastal Area
This study examined community-based mangrove replanting programs in Semarang, Indonesia, exploring how climate change and stakeholder dynamics affect participation. It is an environmental management study not focused on microplastics.
Characteristics of plastic waste and perceptions of coastal communities in the MLC Baluno mangrove ecotourism area, West Sulawesi, Indonesia
A survey of plastic waste characteristics and coastal community perceptions in a mangrove ecotourism area in West Sulawesi, Indonesia found widespread plastic pollution threatening both marine ecosystems and local livelihoods. Community awareness and disposal behaviors were also documented to inform management strategies.
What Kind Of World Do I Want To Live In?
Researchers document student participation in marine conservation service-learning activities including microplastics research, mangrove planting, and oyster reef census work in the Indian River Lagoon, examining how community engagement shapes perspectives on the kind of world students wish to inhabit.
Knowledge, attitude, and practice of coral reef conservation among Terengganu community of Malaysia
Researchers investigated the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of the Terengganu community in Malaysia regarding coral reef conservation, identifying sociodemographic variables associated with conservation-oriented behavior. The study evaluated community engagement alongside a coral transplantation program on Geluk Island designed to restore and strengthen reef ecosystems facing threats from overfishing, pollution, and climate change.
Local Institutions Performance in Mangrove Forest Management on Small Islands: Case Study in Buano Island, Maluku Province, Indonesia
This is not about microplastics — it is an environmental governance study analyzing the performance of local community institutions in managing mangrove forests on Buano Island in Maluku, Indonesia.
Investigasi Pengetahuan Dasar Tentang Bahaya Sampah Plastik pada Siswa Sekolah Dasar di Pulau Maitara, Maluku Utara
Researchers investigated basic plastic waste knowledge among elementary school students on Maitara Island in North Maluku, Indonesia, finding low awareness of the environmental hazards of plastic waste and highlighting the need for non-curricular environmental education in schools to reduce plastic pollution in coastal ecosystems including mangroves and coral reefs.
From Microplastics to Mangroves: My Journey Through Environmental Service
Researchers describe a community-engaged service-learning course in which students conducted microplastics fieldwork, participated in mangrove restoration, and contributed to oyster reef projects, demonstrating how environmental service activities develop scientific research and communication skills.
Conservation and Sustainable Use Awareness among Visitors and Tour Operators of Marine Parks: Concise Review of the Benefits and Programs for Protecting Marine Biodiversity
This review synthesizes literature on conservation awareness among marine park visitors and tour operators, examining the benefits of marine parks, biodiversity protection programs, and stakeholder engagement strategies. Researchers found that education, awareness campaigns, and outreach programs targeting local communities and visitors are critical to achieving successful marine biodiversity conservation outcomes.
Can Coral Reef Restoration Programmes Facilitate Changes in Environmental Attitudes? A Case Study on a Rural Fisher Community in North Bali, Indonesia
This paper is not directly about microplastics — it is a qualitative study of how a coral reef restoration programme in north Bali, Indonesia influenced environmental attitudes and waste management behaviors among local fishing communities.
Challenges in Implementing Sustainable Marine Tourism Policy against the Threat of Waste in Coastal Areas
Researchers investigated the challenges of implementing sustainable marine tourism policies against plastic waste pollution at coastal sites in Indonesia, including Kuta Beach, Bali, finding that government policy alone is insufficient and that community participation is essential for effective waste management.
Strategic Design of Experiential Educational Tourism for Environmental Behavior Change: A River Cleanup Program Management Model
Researchers developed and validated a strategic management model for experiential educational tourism that promotes pro-environmental behavior in youth, using a river cleanup program as the intervention context with 30 high school students. Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), they found that guided experiential learning significantly enhanced behavioral outcomes related to environmental sustainability.
Meningkatkan Kesadaran Bahaya Sampah Laut Melalui Pendampingan pada Masyarakat Lokasi Wisata Pantai Kuranji
Indonesian researchers conducted community education sessions about marine debris hazards with middle school students near Kuranji Beach. Post-session surveys showed improved student awareness about plastic pollution and beach cleanliness, demonstrating the value of targeted outreach in coastal conservation efforts.
Sustainable Behaviors Conceptualization for Forest Adventures Tours: The Case of Cloud Ocean Sites in Hyrcanian Forests Listed as UNESCO’s World Heritage Property
This paper is not about microplastics; it conceptualises sustainable visitor behaviour for ecotourism in UNESCO-listed Hyrcanian Forest sites in Iran.
Suitability of Mangrove Tourism Areas in Cilamaya Wetan District, Karawang Regency
This study used satellite imagery and field surveys to assess the suitability of mangrove forests in Cilamaya Wetan District, Indonesia for ecotourism development, evaluating tree density, water quality, and coastal accessibility to identify areas with highest potential for sustainable marine tourism.
Maritime students' views on coastal environmental conditions in Tanjung Pinang
Researchers examined maritime students' perceptions of coastal environmental conditions in Tanjungpinang, the capital of Indonesia's Riau Islands province, where residents primarily live in coastal areas affected by plastic and general waste pollution. The study explores awareness and attitudes toward coastal conservation, including mangrove planting and waste reduction behaviors, among this population living in direct contact with the marine environment.
Marine Debris Mitigation Strategy in Supporting the Development of Sustainable Tourism in SEZ Mandalika Lombok
This Indonesian study analyzed the characteristics and sources of marine debris on beaches in the Mandalika tourism zone in Lombok and proposed mitigation strategies. Managing plastic waste at tourist destinations is important for preventing further microplastic contamination of coastal ecosystems.
Efforts to Increase Public Awareness About Microplastic Hazards in Communities at the Coastal Beach of Padang
Community outreach activities in Padang, Indonesia, aimed to raise public awareness about the hazards of microplastics, particularly at coastal beaches where plastic waste accumulates. The study documents how environmental education programs can build local capacity for addressing plastic pollution.
"THREATENED AND THREATENING SEAS" Children’s Perceptions of the Marine Environment and Environmental Attitudes towards Marine Pollution in Kuta, Lombok
An educational intervention in early childhood classrooms in Lombok, Indonesia used drawing exercises and discussion to explore children's perceptions of marine pollution. Young children (5–8 years) showed awareness of trash in the ocean and expressed concern, demonstrating that environmental education on marine issues can be effective at early ages.