A STUDY ON ASSESSMENT OF ENVIRONMENTALATTITUDE AMONG TEACHER TRAINEES

Abstract

The 21st century unfolds as an era marked by unprecedented environmental challenges, compelling humanity to rethink its relationship with the planet. Amidst concerns of climate change, resource depletion, and biodiversity loss, the significance of individual attitudes towards the environment becomes increasingly apparent. This study investigates the levels of environmental attitudes among teacher trainees, with a focus on identifying potential gaps and formulating targeted interventions. The objectives include assessing the attitude of teachers’ trainees towards the environment, studying their attitudes toward environmental education, and identifying areas lacking in awareness and attitude. The study employs Dr. Haseen Taj's standardized inventory to measure environmental attitudes, categorizing respondents based on acquired scores. Findings indicate that 49% exhibit a high, 29.7% a medium, and 21.9 % a low environmental attitude. Recommendations include integrating enhanced environmental education modules into the teacher training curriculum, and providing practical exposure. The study underscores the need for targeted interventions to bridge awareness gaps and cultivate a heightened environmental consciousness among future educators