Rol de la educación en fomentar una ética ambiental

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Evelin de la Caridad González Copens

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In a global context marked by a profound environmental crisis, education emerges as a fundamental tool to drive the development of a committed and responsible environmental ethics. This research focuses on analyzing how educational processes can contribute to the formation of values, attitudes, and behaviors oriented towards environmental protection. The central objective of this study was to examine the role of education in building a strong environmental awareness and the adoption of an ethical commitment towards sustainability. The main findings indicate that education plays a key role in various key aspects. Education plays a crucial role in the development of environmental competencies, equipping students with skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making, which are essential for effective environmental action. It establishes a fundamental link between the knowledge of environmental problems and the personal and collective commitment to address them. By acquiring a deeper understanding of the complexity of the environment, students develop a sense of responsibility and an intrinsic motivation to protect the planet. Furthermore, education fosters a systemic and interdisciplinary vision, allowing students to understand the interrelationships between different systems (social, economic, ecological) and their impact on the environment. This holistic perspective is crucial for an integral environmental ethics. In conclusion, education emerges as a fundamental pillar to empower individuals and communities as agents of positive change, capable of assuming an ethical responsibility and acting in favor of the protection of the planet and the construction of a sustainable future.

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González Copens, E. de la C. (2025). Rol de la educación en fomentar una ética ambiental. Revista Ciencia Universitaria, 23, https://cu-id.com/cu/v23e04. Obtido de https://revistas.unah.edu.cu/index.php/cu/article/view/2118
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