EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY: STRATEGIES FOR A SUSTAINABLE SCHOOL CULTURE

Abstract

Sustainability education is an emerging topic that aims to integrate sustainability concepts into the school curriculum, promoting an understanding of the interconnections between the environment, society, and the economy. The choice of this theme is justified by the growing need to prepare students for contemporary environmental challenges. The main objective of this study is to analyze how sustainability education can be effectively implemented in schools and the impact of this implementation on the formation of conscious citizens. To this end, a mixed methodology was used that combines a bibliographic approach and a quantitative research. The bibliographic research allowed an in-depth analysis of the main theoretical references on sustainable education, while the quantitative approach, through questionnaires applied to educators and students, enabled the collection of empirical data on practices and perceptions related to the theme. The main results indicate that, despite the recognition of the importance of sustainability, there is still a low implementation of sustainable educational practices in schools. The most relevant conclusions highlight that the continuing education of educators and the integration of sustainable practices into the curriculum are essential to foster meaningful change. Thus, the study points to the need for educational policies that prioritize sustainability, aiming to build a more engaged and proactive school culture in relation to environmental challenges.