Technological Environmental Education in the
Arab World: Case of Kingdom of Bahrain
Nahed Salman
College of Science
University of Bahrain
Sakhir, Kingdom of Bahrain
19931327@stu.uob.edu.bh
Mahmood Saeed Mustafa
Alalawi
College of Business
Ahlia University
Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain
malalawi@ahlia.edu
Ahamed Al-Shaalan
College of Business
University of Technology
Bahrain
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
ahmedalshaalan@gmail.com
Mariam Al-Mannai
College of Science
University of Bahrain
Sakhir, Kingdom of Bahrain
malmnnai@uob.edu.bh
Abstract— Technology's influence on the environment is
evident. It is linked to electricity. Visually, environmental
issues are filling the World with abandoned equipment
situations and rapid obsolescence of electronics goods. Most of
the World is buying what they already have. Consumption
control systems say it all. However, the recycling idea built on
savings concepts can help save the day. Naturally, the
technology is in favor of batteries, while diesel is still
dominating. Shifting the power to the sun will not be easy.
Resorting to the sun as the main source of energy needs
diligent work. The road is fraught with difficulties, but there
are signs of a transition to solar energy. This is apparent with
the adoption of cars and most devices! The “solar air
conditioner” remains a key puzzle in the energy
transformation of the earth’s recovery. Until the atmosphere
returns to the maximum reasonable extent of oxygen, a person
will be able to change the status quo by perfecting the charging
of batteries through sunlight. Several modern and traditional
methods explain this process accurately. The application and
innovation remain to extend the traditional means, such as the
use of lenses to diffuse light and make fire of palm leaves. We
do not call for burning the woods, but rather we demand to
prevent cutting to live on it, but we demand to preserve it and
live under its shade. We hope to bequeath to the light to our
children, so we sow in their life. This can be done by imposing
green energy on education. Environmental awareness is very
crucial in the process. Schools and universities hold the
grounds for the kick-off. This research links technology,
environment, and education. A literature review provided
centered on environmental change to raise the awareness of
youngsters. The finding of this research concludes that there is
a lack of environmental change topics in education systems in
the Arab World. Seventy universities from the Middle East
websites were visited. Bachelor of Science Programs in the
environment were looked at. Climate Change is not categorized
as a priority in universities’ curricula across the Arab World.
This can be achieved through opening a wide range of
programs in the environmental Sciences. Simply,
environmental awareness requires more attention in the
region.
Keywords— Climate Change, education, Kingdom of
Bahrain, awareness, technology
I. INTRODUCTION
Climate Change (CC) is a universal environmental
problematic issue. A study conducted by NASA states that
the average surface temperature of the earth’s global
temperature is in 2020, tied with 2016 as the hottest years on
record. Shrinkage of sea ice and ice sheet mass, sea-level
rise, longer and more intense heatwaves, and shifts in plant
and animal habitats are considered phenomena because of
rising temperatures [1]. Since the 1880s, the earth’s average
temperature has increased by more than 1.1 degrees Celsius
[2]. The year 2020 is the hottest on record [1].
Bahrain is considered an arid country with short, mild
winters and long, hot summers, with high humidity all over
the year. There are negligible rainfall seasons from April to
the end of October. Bahrain is endangered by natural
disasters such as frequent dust storms, heatwaves, and sea-
level rise [3]. In addition, 35% of Bahrain’s population is
under 25 years of age [4]. The majority of knowledge
seekers are youngsters. Climate change education as an
adaption and mitigation purpose has an extreme influence
on awareness [5]. Being aware of climate change influences
climate behaviour [6]. Therefore, education is considered
crucial for raising environmental awareness amongst new
learners.
The environment has been changing faster than almost
any other time since humans were on earth. As a result,
there is a need for people to study the environment and
ensure it is healthy for all creatures, no matter where they
live [7]. In this context, Lindsay, 2020 focuses on some
interesting environmental science topics, such as (CC) and
its effects on everyone, as well as developing renewable
energy technologies, such as solar, wind, and hydro energy.
Wind energy, for example, which can transform the power
of an inexhaustible resource into electricity, could be a way
to obtain a healthy environment [8].
Cultivating environmental awareness in schools is
crucial. Schools have a responsibility towards future leaders,
not just teaching them how to read and write but also
educating them about environmental awareness. Schools
must lead the conversation. Jesse Maleficio, 2018 points out
a few ideas on how to cultivate environmental awareness in
schools. Environmental awareness should be a part of the
curriculum in all schools. This will encourage young people
to engage in their environment to protect it and can help
communities become more environmentally aware [9].
Introducing the 3 R’s is important to Reduce waste,
Reuse resources, and Recycle materials. Teachers can
influence students using the following activities: organizing
tree planting days at school and telling them why trees are
important to the environment, encouraging children to
switch off all appliances and lights when not in use,
ensuring taps are closed properly after they have been used
and, using water sparingly [10]. In addition, she discusses
how teachers can lead by example. Most people remember
things that people did more than what they said [10].
Teaching students what it means to be environmentally
aware is important, and it will have a more lasting impact if
teachers can lead by example. For instance, the advice that
must be given to teachers is that when you see litter, pick it
up even if it’s not yours. Those little eyes might be watching
you. Another idea for teachers is to start a recycling system
in the classroom and show the children how to use it to
recycle their things [10]. Furthermore, discarded electronic
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