Análise da Percepção dos alunos da Escola Comunitária Santo António de Malhangalene sobre a importância da colecta selectiva do lixo

Abstract

The present study analyze the perception of the students of the Escola Comunitária Santo António de Malhangalene about the importance of selective garbage collection. Specifically, the study aims to (i) to Identify the perception about the importance of selective garbage collection; (ii) Describe the strategies of waste treatment; (iii) Evaluate the contribution of environmental education in the students' perception of the importance of selective garbage collection and (iv) Identify the Environmental Education Trends that supports the perception of students at Escola Comunitária Santo António de Malhangalene about the importance of selective garbage collection. As a methodology, the study opted of qualitative method and the sampling was non- probabilistic and intentional and consisted of 15 research participants. Data collection was based on literature review, semi-structured interviews, documentary research and systematic observation. From this study it was found that ECSAM students are aware of the importance of selective waste collection when considering that it keeps the environment clean and avoiding the accumulation of waste. It was also found that although the interviewees mentioned strategies for treating waste, ECSAM does not have strategies for treating waste. It was also noted that EA contributes to students' perception of the importance of selective garbage collection due to its theoretical and practical nature of leading to understanding and awakening the individual's perception of the importance of actions and attitudes for conservation and conservation preservation of the environment, for the benefit of everyone's health and well-being. In relation to the EA current, it is the conservationist who sustains the students' perception about the selective garbage collection. Therefore, it is recommended the need to intensify the realization of campaigns in order to raise awareness and make students aware of the importance of selective garbage collection at school.