Promoting Active Citizenship and Inclusion Through Environmental Education in General Education Schools

Ioannis Nik. Novakos

Abstract: This review article explores the role of environmental education in fostering active citizenship and promoting the inclusion of students with disabilities in general education settings. It highlights how experiential learning, group collaboration, and environmental initiatives contribute to the development of self-esteem, critical thinking, and social engagement among diverse learners. Drawing on theoretical frameworks and global educational practices, the study emphasizes the need for inclusive pedagogical strategies that integrate environmental responsibility with civic participation. The article concludes that environmental education not only enriches academic learning but also empowers students with and without disabilities to become responsible, empathetic, and active members of their communities.

Keywords: Students with disabilities, environmental education, active citizenship, inclusion, general education schools

How to Cite?: Ioannis Nik. Novakos, "Promoting Active Citizenship and Inclusion Through Environmental Education in General Education Schools", Volume 14 Issue 10, October 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1001-1005, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251018162248, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251018162248