INCULCATING AWARENESS ON ANIMAL AND PLANT BIODIVERSITY USING PROJECT-BASED LEARNING

Abstrak / Ringkasan

The study was conducted to identify the knowledge, perceptions and awareness on
animal and plant biodiversity in Malaysia among the Diploma of Science students
who have taken the Biodiversity and Evolution of Plantae and Animalia course. A
project was given to the students within eight weeks. Questionnaires were
distributed among the students at the end of the project about general biodiversity
issues. A total of 75 questionnaires were returned. The respondents categorized the
major issues that threatened the biodiversity in Malaysia. They also identified the
five most importance animals to be conserved. The respondents also identified
activities that have negative impact on biodiversity in Malaysia. The respondents
showed positive perceptions on conserving the environment and positive awareness
on biodiversity. This study may provide information in planning projects that may
promote awareness on biodiversity and creating or developing conservation
programmes among teenagers.

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