The Implementation of Service-Learning Model to Enhance Students’ Ecological Care

Abstract

This study was conducted by considering the importance of students to have awareness and care in this era of ecological crisis that threatens human life. Service learning is one of alternative learning models used to enhance students' ecological care and responsibility with the concept of direct experience, applications and real work. This study is a qualitative research using a case study method with an interpretive paradigm. The population of this study is students of Civic Education Department in Syiah Kuala University. The research subjects were purposively selected using the purposive sampling technique. To collect the data, this study accomplished interview and observation to students, community members and 20 students' supervisors (lecturers). This study reveals that: students have a level of ecological concern when they experience the reality, observe, experience and see ecological damage directly by themselves. Besides, they must initiate to take action so that the environment exists harmoniously with nature.

Service-Learning in Biochemstry Course: A Model to Improve the Problem-Solving Skills of Biology Education Students

“…Service learning is emerging as a central component of efforts to link disciplinary learning and general education with a historic and increasingly prominent commitment to public causes (Felten et al, 2011). In carrying out service learning, students apply the theories and concepts learned in class into practice, then reflect on the service and make a report on the implementation of activities (Yusuf et al, 2020). Service Learning can be an effective means of developing, maintaining, or improving relationships between higher education institutions and local communities (Roman, 2015).…”