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TEACHING FOR TOMORROW: THE IMPORTANCE OF EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES IN 21ST CENTURY EDUCATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
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This research examines how Earth and Environmental Sciences are woven into and how important they are within higher education, particularly as a response to today's environmental problems. It highlights the key issue of their rather limited presence in curricula, which, it's argued, hampers students- preparedness for the sustainability challenges that define the 21st century. Primary data gathered on curriculum content, teaching methods, and how students perceive these, reveals a clear gap between current educational structures and the pressing demand for thorough environmental education. The research indicates that although some institutions do include these subjects to a degree, there-s a significant need for considerable changes to curricula to improve the relevance and effectiveness of teaching methods. The consequences of this study are particularly relevant to healthcare, where an informed public is vital for dealing with public health emergencies resulting from climate change, pollution, and diminishing resources. In advocating for a curriculum that strongly includes Earth and Environmental Sciences, the research stresses the need for interdisciplinary methods in developing a more knowledgeable and robust future workforce, ready to tackle sustainability problems. This research contributes to educational theory and practice while also drawing attention to the potential for increased student involvement and societal influence, reinforcing education's critical part in promoting both environmental responsibility and public health results.
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