Enhancing secondary school students' awareness regarding the beneficial and harmful effects of insects.

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Assistant Professor of Entomology Ain Shams University, Faculty of Education, Program: Bachelor of Science and Education (preparatory and secondary), specializing in biological sciences

10.21608/aash.2025.458239

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Background: Regarding insects' public health problems, awareness and knowledge are keys to
reducing their harmful effects in the environment. Objectives: This study aims to increase
awareness among secondary school students about the benefits and harms of insects, and to
promote safe control methods for harmful species through informal education. Methods: A
survey study was conducted to assess students’ baseline knowledge and awareness. Seminar with
a presentation on insect characteristics and importance was introduced. Workshops were held
on planting insect-repelling herbs like basil and demonstration of biological traps for insects.
After that, post-questionnaire was used to measure knowledge and awareness improvement.
Results: Before the program, the percentage average of correct answers was 47.06%. High
percentage of incorrect or undetermined responses were recorded indicated limited knowledge
and many misconceptions. After the program, the percentage average of correct answers and
positive awareness responses increased to 90% and 57.66% respectively, that indicates significant
improvement in understanding and attitudes. Conclusion: Informal educational methods such
as seminars and workshops significantly improved students’ knowledge and emotional attitude
toward insects. Recommendation: There’s a need to continue holding interactive awareness
activities in schools to focus on sustainable pest control and health awareness.

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