Informal And Formal Environmental Education Infusion: Actions of Malaysian Teachers and Parents Among Students in a Polluted Area

Abstract

The study explored Environmental Education infusion among students by teachers and
parents in two schools located in a highly polluted area. Qualitative data was collected
through observations, interviews and an open-ended questionnaire. Participants of the
observations and interviews were 6 Secondary 4 students, 6 teachers and 6 parents.
Participants for the open-ended survey consisted of 60 Secondary 4 students, 30 teachers
and 30 parents. Data from the three sources were triangulated to identify how
Environmental Education infusion happened through formal and informal education in
school and at home. Findings indicate that parents and teachers do make an effort to infuse
elements of environmental education through different ways.