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ClearA study on elementary school teachers’ perception of the use of plastic instruments in music classes
Researchers surveyed 111 elementary school teachers in South Korea about their concepts and practices related to sustainable development and carbon neutrality, as well as their perceptions of plastic musical instruments used in music classes, examining how environmental awareness shapes educators' views on plastic use in educational settings.
A study on elementary pre-service teachers’ perception of the use of plastic instruments in music classes from the carbon neutral perspective
Researchers surveyed 170 pre-service elementary school teachers in Gwangju to assess their understanding of environmental pollution, carbon neutrality, and awareness of plastic musical instruments used in music education, finding varying perceptions about plastic instrument use in relation to sustainability goals.
A study on elementary pre-service teachers’ perception of the use of plastic instruments in music classes from the carbon neutral perspective
Researchers surveyed 170 pre-service elementary school teachers in Gwangju to assess their understanding of environmental pollution, carbon neutrality, and awareness of plastic musical instruments used in music education, finding varying perceptions about plastic instrument use in relation to sustainability goals.
An Assessment of Microplastic Pollution in Several Streams of Gyeonggi-do
This study assessed microplastic pollution in several streams in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, finding microplastic concentrations in freshwater environments and contributing data to a literature dominated by marine studies.
A Study On Creating Awareness Of Plastic Usage To Promote Sustainable Practices For A Greener Future
This study examines educational interventions and awareness campaigns aimed at reducing plastic consumption and promoting sustainable practices, evaluating their effectiveness in shifting public attitudes and behaviors toward a lower-plastic future.
A Study on the Trend of Domestic Waste Generation and the Recognition of Recycling Priorities in Korea
This South Korean study examined trends in household waste generation and public recognition of recycling in the context of sustainable development goals and circular economy policy. Understanding recycling behavior and waste generation trends is important for reducing the plastic waste that eventually breaks down into microplastics.
Plastic-less equipment for sampling marine microplastics
Researchers designed and evaluated plastic-free field sampling equipment for collecting marine microplastics, addressing the problem that most contemporary sampling gear contains plastic components that can contaminate samples. The study demonstrated that plastic-free equipment significantly reduces procedural contamination during marine microplastic surveys.
La educación ambiental: problemática de los plásticos de un solo uso en las instituciones educativas
This Spanish-language paper explores environmental education strategies for addressing single-use plastic problems in school settings, examining how formal education can build environmental awareness and culture around plastic waste. Educating younger generations about plastic pollution is a long-term strategy for reducing the behavior that creates microplastic contamination.
Addressing the single-use plastic proliferation problem
This review examined the effectiveness of single-use plastic bans as a policy tool for addressing plastic pollution, evaluating evidence on their environmental impact and discussing alternative regulatory approaches. The authors found that while bans have reduced certain plastic categories, broader systemic changes to plastic production and waste management are needed.
Plastic pollution and environmental education through artwork
This study explores how upcycling discarded plastics into artwork can serve as a tool for environmental education about plastic pollution. Researchers describe an art installation collaboration that brought together the art world and environmental advocacy to raise public awareness. The study suggests that creative approaches to reusing plastic waste can effectively engage communities in understanding the scale and consequences of plastic pollution.
Current Status of Plastic Recycling in Korea
This review examines the current state of plastic recycling in South Korea, identifying barriers including small recycling company sizes, low recycling yields, and poor public perception. Improving recycling infrastructure is important for keeping plastics out of the environment where they fragment into microplastics.
Plastic recycling in South Korea: problems, challenges, and policy recommendations in the endemic era
This review examines how plastic waste generation in South Korea surged during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased online shopping and food delivery, while recycling rates declined. Researchers found that despite active waste management policies, the country needs stronger measures modeled on international best practices. The study highlights that microplastics remain a particular concern because their full environmental impacts are not yet well understood.
Vocational School Student’ Perception on Plastic Waste Management: the role of Recycling Education
This Indonesian study surveyed vocational school students' perceptions of plastic waste recycling and how recycling education influenced their attitudes and behaviors. Early education about plastic waste management is important for building the next generation of environmentally responsible consumers and policymakers.
Microplastics in the Environment: Raising Awareness in Primary Education
This study developed and evaluated a microplastics education program for primary school children, finding that age-appropriate lessons about plastic pollution could meaningfully increase students' environmental awareness. The authors argue that early education is a key component of long-term plastic pollution reduction strategies.
Urban soil microplastic characterization across diverse land use types along the Anyangcheon stream in Seoul, Korea
Researchers characterized microplastic contamination in urban soils along the Anyangcheon stream in Seoul, South Korea, across three different land-use types. They found microplastics at all sampling locations, with variations in abundance and polymer composition between high schools, park playgrounds, and residential areas. The study provides new data on the spatial distribution of soil microplastics in densely populated urban settings and their potential relationship to nearby waterways.
Management of plastic waste: A bibliometric mapping and analysis
A bibliometric analysis of plastic waste management research over five years identified key themes including recycling, biodegradable alternatives, and policy instruments, with rapidly growing attention to microplastics as a distinct subfield.
Sustainable Development Issues in Chemistry Learning as Educational for Sustainable Development Implementation: A Systematic Literature Review
This systematic literature review synthesized research on integrating sustainable development issues into chemistry education. While not directly about microplastics, it identified microplastic pollution as one of the sustainability topics being incorporated into chemistry curricula to help students understand real-world environmental challenges.
Contamination of the environment with plastic debris : “Development, improvement, and evaluation of monitoring methods”
This doctoral thesis developed and evaluated methods for monitoring plastic debris contamination in the environment, covering both large debris and microplastics. The research addresses the lack of standardized monitoring protocols, which has been a major obstacle to comparing microplastic pollution levels across different studies and regions.
Current status of researches on microplastics in groundwater and perspectives
This review examines the current status of microplastic research in groundwater systems internationally, identifying that despite growing attention to microplastics in surface and marine waters, groundwater investigations remain sparse both in South Korea and globally. Researchers diagnosed gaps in monitoring methodology and management frameworks, proposing directions for more effective groundwater microplastic assessment.
A Critical Analysis of the Rising Global Demand of Plastics and its Adverse Impact on Environmental Sustainability
This critical review examined global trends in plastic demand and mismanaged plastic waste, identifying the top contributing countries and evaluating plastic replacement alternatives, arguing that reducing consumption and improving waste management infrastructure are more impactful than material substitution alone.
Microplastics in soil and groundwater of Korea: Occurrence, characteristics and risk assessment
This review synthesizes recent Korean research on microplastic contamination in soil and groundwater, finding that PP, PE, PET, and PVC are the most common polymers, fragments dominate in shape (indicating secondary breakdown of plastic products), and agricultural practices are major local sources including plastic mulch films and greenhouse covers. Groundwater microplastic levels vary seasonally with monsoon rainfall, while soil levels remain relatively stable year-round. The review concludes that Korea needs a nationwide investigation and tighter regulations on agricultural plastic use to address what is already a low-to-moderate ecological risk in studied regions.
Wasted: towards a critical research agenda for disposability in leisure
This paper calls for leisure studies scholars to place disposability and plastic waste at the center of their research agenda, arguing that leisure practices are deeply implicated in producing the microplastic pollution accumulating in oceans and ecosystems worldwide.
Plastic Pollution and Its Alternatives
This presentation reviewed the scale of plastic pollution, focusing on how plastics accumulate in oceans as non-biodegradable microplastics and nanoplastics that contaminate ecosystems and food chains. The authors outlined alternative materials and policy interventions as pathways to reduce plastic's environmental footprint.
Plastic Pollution and Its Alternatives
This presentation reviewed the scale of plastic pollution, focusing on how plastics accumulate in oceans as non-biodegradable microplastics and nanoplastics that contaminate ecosystems and food chains. The authors outlined alternative materials and policy interventions as pathways to reduce plastic's environmental footprint.