Integrating Experiential Learning Through e-River Worksheets: Enhancing Student Creativity and Promoting Environmental Care Attitude
Integrating Experiential Learning Through e-River Worksheets: Enhancing Student Creativity and Promoting Environmental Care Attitude

Summary/Abstract: Background/purpose. Students' creativity and awareness must be developed to overcome environmental problems through effective learning methods. This study examines the effect of experiential learning models combined with e-river worksheets on students' creativity and environmental awareness. Materials/methods. The research method employed is a quasiexperimental design with a Pretest-Posttest Control Group. 70 high school students were divided into experimental classes (N = 35) and control classes (N = 35). Data on creativity and environmental awareness were collected using the Torrance Test of Creative Thinking (TTCT) and New Ecological Paradigm (NEP) questionnaires. Parametric statistics, namely the independent t-test, were used to determine the difference in the influence of creativity and environmental awareness. Results. The results showed a significant influence of using experiential learning models and e-river worksheets on creativity and environmental awareness. The structured reflection facilitated by the e-River Worksheet enhanced experiential engagement and supported student creativity and environmental values. Conclusion. The results showed that the experiential learning model and e-river worksheets influenced students' creativity in developing new ways to overcome environmental problems. Future studies are recommended to extend the application of this model to various educational contexts and to examine its long-term effects on behavioral transformation.

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