Trust in the Philippine Government: A Study on Public Perceptions of Poverty

Abstract

This study probes the climate change awareness of non-science college students and instructors, carefully considering important gaps in comprehension relating to the causes, impacts, and solutions to climate change. Through cultivating a targeted educational pamphlet, the research aims to enhance understanding and involvement with Sustainable Development Goal 13. Employing a mixed-methods approach consisting of preliminary surveys to gauge baseline knowledge and pilot testing of the pamphlet among non-science participants. The outcomes pointed to an overall lack of comprehension of climate change, particularly concerning its driving forces and renewable energy alternatives. The pilot examination demonstrated that the pamphlet effectively conveyed key climate concepts, receiving extremely positive feedback on substance, readability, involvement, and style from both participants and a climate change expert. Revisions based on expert recommendations further enhanced the pamphlet’s accessibility and appeal. The findings underscore the necessity to incorporate climate change education into non-science disciplines, advocating for cross-disciplinary collaboration to foster climate literacy and promote informed communal action towards SDG 13. Recommendations for broader distribution, ongoing assessment, and integrating climate education across curricula are put forth to facilitate a more comprehensive grasp and proactive response to climate change among non-science stakeholders.