Analysis of the Association between Education and Public Understanding of Air Pollution in Serang City
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https://doi.org/10.58954/epj.v6i3.499Keywords:
Air pollution, Correlation analysis, Education level, Public understanding, Serang cityAbstract
Air pollution is an important environmental and public health issue in urban areas, including Serang City. This study aimed to analyse the association between education level and public understanding of air pollution. A quantitative approach was applied using a validated and reliable questionnaire administered to 400 respondents in Serang City. The instrument consisted of nine items measured on a five-point Likert scale. Validity and reliability were assessed using Pearson correlation and Cronbach's alpha, respectively, and the data were analysed using the Spearman Rank correlation test. The results showed no significant association between education level and public understanding of air pollution. These findings indicate that formal education alone does not determine public understanding of air pollution. Therefore, efforts to improve public understanding should extend beyond formal education through accessible environmental information, public education, digital platforms, and community-based initiatives.
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