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Exploring Learners’ Needs for Productive Thinking: A Foundational Study for Developing the PoMBEL-SEG Model in Environmental Science Topics

Authors
Ratih Permana Sari1, 2, Sulistyo Saputro1, 2, *, Murni Ramli1, 2
1Doctoral Program of Science Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia
2Department of Biology Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia
*Corresponding author. Email: sulistyo_s@staff.uns.ac.id
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Sulistyo Saputro
Available Online 31 December 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-525-6_9How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Productive thinking; experiential learning; microplastics; bioplastics; teacher education; sustainable development goals
Abstract

This study explores pre-service science teachers’ learning needs for developing productive thinking—covering critical, creative, and self-regulatory dimensions—within sustainability-based science education. Using a mixed-method exploratory design, data were collected from 150 participants across three Indonesian universities through surveys, interviews, and document analysis. Findings revealed that while students were aware of environmental issues such as microplastics and bioplastics, their engagement remained descriptive and teacher-centered, with limited opportunities for reflection or inquiry. Learners expressed a strong preference for experiential and collaborative activities that link science concepts to real environmental contexts. These results emphasize the urgency of integrating sustainability-oriented inquiry and reflective practice into teacher education. Theoretically, the study extends Kolb’s experiential learning model, while practically, it provides the foundation for developing the PoMBEL-SEG model to enhance adaptive reasoning and transformative science education aligned with SDGs 4 and 12.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of International Conference on Neuroscience and Learning Technology (ICONSATIN 2025)
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Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
31 December 2025
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978-2-38476-525-6
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2352-5398
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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