The Influence of Environmental Knowledge on Environmental Awareness Among Students at SMAN 7 Bengkulu City

Abstract

This study aims to determine the influence of environmental knowledge on environmental awareness among students of SMAN 7 Bengkulu City. The method used is a survey with a quantitative approach supported by literature studies and literature research. The study population was 1,335 students with a sample of 93 students obtained through the Slovin formula with an error rate of 10%. Data collection was carried out through a questionnaire consisting of 11 items for environmental knowledge and 13 items for environmental caring attitudes. The results of statistical analysis showed that the level of environmental knowledge of students was mostly in the moderate category (63%), while for environmental care attitudes, the majority of students were included in the category of quite concerned (47%). Simple linear regression analysis showed a negative but significant influence between environmental care attitudes towards environmental knowledge with a significance value of 0.007 (p < 0.05) and a determination coefficient (R²) of 0.077. These results suggest that although the relationship is significant, the magnitude of the effect is relatively small. These findings indicate the need for a more effective learning approach in simultaneously increasing students' knowledge and environmental awareness. This research contributes to the development of environmental education strategies at the secondary school level to form a generation that is more aware and concerned about environmental issues.