The role of online social networks in university students’ environmentally responsible behavior

Rezaei, Amirreza; Ahmadi, Saba; Karimi, Hamid

doi:10.1108/ijshe-05-2020-0168

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“…Additionally, the increasing recognition of the family's role in fostering environmental awareness highlights the importance of socialization processes in shaping individuals' environmental values and behaviors [124]. This finding implies that interventions targeting families and broader social networks can play a crucial role in cultivating environmentally responsible a itudes and behaviors across all age groups [125]. By engaging families in environmental education, we can leverage the influence of familial bonds and social interactions to reinforce environmental awareness from an early age [126].…”

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confidence: 99%

Exploring Environmental Awareness, Knowledge, and Safety: A Comparative Study among Students in Montenegro and North Macedonia

Cvetković,

Sudar,

Ivanov

et al. 2024

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This comparative study aims to investigate environmental awareness, knowledge, and safety among students in Montenegro and North Macedonia, considering the unique socio-cultural and environmental contexts of both countries. A mixed-methods approach involving surveys and interviews was employed to gather data from students in educational institutions across Montenegro and North Macedonia. The study assessed various factors, including students' awareness of environmental issues, their perceived level of knowledge, and their attitudes towards safety measures. A comprehensive series of 400 face-to-face interviews was carried out and these interviews encompassed 200 students from Montenegro and an equal number from North Macedonia, taking place at two esteemed academic institutions: The University of Montenegro in Podgorica and The University of St. Clement of Ohrid, Bitola, Republic of North Macedonia. Our hypothetical conceptual framework proposes that a combination of variables, including gender (H1), age (H2), year of study (H3), and rate of study (H4), significantly influences the attitudes of students from Montenegro and North Macedonia towards environmental awareness, safety, and knowledge. Research findings indicate significant variations in environmental awareness and knowledge perception among students in the two countries. While both Montenegro and North Macedonia face environmental challenges, differences in educational systems and socio-economic factors contribute to distinct attitudes and behaviors towards environmental issues and safety practices. This study sheds light on the importance of understanding regional differences in environmental awareness and knowledge perception among students. By identifying areas of strength and areas needing improvement, policymakers and educators can develop targeted interventions to enhance environmental education and foster a culture of sustainability in both Montenegro and North Macedonia.

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confidence: 99%

Exploring Environmental Awareness, Knowledge, and Safety: A Comparative Study among Students in Montenegro and North Macedonia

Cvetković,

Sudar,

Ivanov

et al. 2024

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“…Теоретико-методологические ориентиры экологического образования в интересах устойчивого развития определены российскими [13] и зарубежными учеными [14]. Значительный пласт исследований посвящен разработке методик экологизации общего образования [15; 16], преподавания экологии и ее разделов в средней школе [17], теории и практике экологизации высшего образования [18], значения семьи [19; 20], онлайн социальных сетей [21] а также влияния современных глобальных трендов, в частности, цифровизации [22], на экологическое воспитание молодежи. При этом большинство исследователей подчеркивают, что формирование и развитие экологической культуры молодежи находится в тесной связи с экологическим образованием и просвещением [23], рассматриваемым в настоящее время в более широком ключе как образование для устойчивого развития [24].…”

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The structure of the institutional model of formation of youth ecological culture: regional aspects

Tereshina

Мирошниченко

Yakovenko

et al. 2023

Ûg Ross.: èkol. razvit.

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Aim. To develop a justification of the structure of the institutional model for the formation of environmental culture of young people as a holistic structure that integrates the various actors in this process, as well as the available resources and implemented technologies to achieve the aims of sustainable regional development.Material and Methods. The empirical justification of the proposed model was based on 14 focus group interviews conducted in the Krasnodar region in 2022 with representatives of young people, expert sessions with representatives of institutional structures involved in the implementation of practices to form the ecological culture of young people (12 expert sessions), online questioning of young people (sample size 1600 respondents). The case-study method was used to analyse eco-oriented practices in the field of youth and educational policy.Results. The authors identified and characterised the main subjects involved in the formation of the ecological culture of young people, the set of technologies used (information and communication, game and project) and the resources and principles that determine the effectiveness of environmental education and educational practices. The authors propose a structure of the institutional model of the process and the results of formation and development of youth ecological culture, revealing its cognitive, value, emotional and activity components in the context of sustainable regional development.Conclusion. The universal nature of the structure of the proposed model allows us to extrapolate the main results in the system of pedagogical support of the development of youth ecological culture in the activities of educational providers, as well as creating a basis for their institutionalisation in the activities of the executive authorities and bodies working with young people, not only in the Krasnodar Territory but also in other regions of the Russian Federation.

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“…Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram allow students to share news, updates, and environmental resources and connect with like-minded individuals and organizations. This fosters a deeper understanding of environmental issues and promotes collaborative learning and problem-solving (Rezaei, Ahmadi, & Karimi, 2022). Additionally, social media can raise awareness about environmental issues, promote sustainability, and encourage activism, creating a platform for students to share their ideas and initiatives (Hamid, Ijab, Sulaiman, Anwar, & Norman 2017).…”

Section: University Students' Desired Beneficial Use Of Social Mediamentioning

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University Students’ Perceived Self-control and Prosocial Norms for Beneficial Social Media Use

Shahzalal

Adnan²

2023

SMC

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Although many studies have been conducted on social media abuse, socio-psychological determinants of positive social media usage are still underresearched, specifically concerning self-control and prosocial norms for university students. These two important antecedents of accountable behavior have not been thoroughly studied in developing countries. Therefore, the current study investigated university students’ perceptions of self-control and prosocial norms and determined whether they co-exist and are associated with intended behavior and desired beneficial usage. This study modified measurement items adopted from previous studies to fit the current context. A social media survey was conducted through Facebook Messenger among students from a public university in Bangladesh. 226 voluntary responses were recorded based on purposive sampling. The data were analyzed using SPSS and SmartPLS 4. Descriptive statistics were analyzed. Hypotheses were tested using the structural equation modeling technique, whereas the differential effects of gender and social media platforms were tested using ANOVA. The findings demonstrate that university students value self-control and prosocial norms as crucial determinants of positive social media behavior. These factors strongly correlate with intended self-control and prosocial behavior, and desired beneficial use. Additionally, gender and the type of social media platform used have no significant impact on these results. This study explored valuable insights into the role of self-control and prosocial norms in promoting beneficial social media use among university students, which may have significant implications for their personal and social well-being.

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The role of online social networks in university students’ environmentally responsible behavior

Cited by 10 publications

References 74 publications

Exploring Environmental Awareness, Knowledge, and Safety: A Comparative Study among Students in Montenegro and North Macedonia

Exploring Environmental Awareness, Knowledge, and Safety: A Comparative Study among Students in Montenegro and North Macedonia

The structure of the institutional model of formation of youth ecological culture: regional aspects

University Students’ Perceived Self-control and Prosocial Norms for Beneficial Social Media Use

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