PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL FUNDAMENTALS OF ECOLOGICAL EDUCATION OF STUDENTS

The topic of the article is to study the psychological and pedagogical foundations of environmental education of students. The article emphasizes the importance, goals of environmental education and the role of psychological and pedagogical approaches in the implementation of this process. Due to the increase in environmental problems in modern times, the need to form environmental awareness and a sense of responsibility in the younger generation is noted. The authors of the article show that environmental education is an effective tool in the formation of students' thinking, emotional spheres and behavior. As for psychological aspects, it is considered important to instill environmental knowledge taking into account the age characteristics, cognitive processes and interests of children. From a pedagogical point of view, the importance of educational programs focusing on respect for nature and the formation of an ecological culture is emphasized.