Abstract :

Climate change literacy is essential for preparing future generations to understand environmental challenges and take an active role in mitigation and adaptation efforts. This study aims to enhance students’ climate change literacy through the development of Research-Based Learning (RBL) integrated with the STEAM approach, which combines Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Students were engaged in the construction of energy-efficient house projects that incorporated simple electrical circuits, allowing them to apply scientific concepts in a meaningful context. The study employed a research and development methodology using the 4D model, which consists of the stages Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate. The developed learning materials included lesson plans, student worksheets (LKPD), and a climate change literacy test. A sequential exploratory mixed-methods design was implemented, beginning with qualitative data collection and analysis, followed by quantitative data collection and analysis. The study was conducted at SDN Banjarwungu 2 as the experimental group and SDN Gempolklutuk as the control group. The findings indicate that the RBL-STEAM learning materials are valid, practical, and effective in improving students’ understanding of the causes, impacts, and potential solutions to climate change. The study concludes that integrating RBL-STEAM with project-based learning activities can significantly enhance climate change literacy in primary education.

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Keywords :

Climate change literacy, Energy-Efficient House Construction, Learning Materials, RBL-STEAM.

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