L'ecosistema educativo: reciprocità tra transizione ecologica e innovazione a scuola

The thesis explores the role of schools as drivers of change towards a sustainable society, highlighting how ecological transition, educational innovation, and professional development can interact as constructs that represent key elements in promoting an effective and interconnected "educational ecosystem." The study begins with a preliminary outline of the global cultural context regarding environmental crises and the progressive construction of the complex concept of sustainability, emphasizing the need for robust ecological education. In this regard, it delves into the specific educational and political situation in Italy. Analyses of the conditions necessary for creating an "eco-systemic" school focus on cultural challenges, the profile of an ecologically aware teacher, and the main teaching strategies aimed at sustainable development. To this end, the case study developed during the study and research period of the doctoral project, conducted in a private primary school in Southern Sardinia, is characterized by participatory action research involving the direct participation of school stakeholders. This approach sheds light on key aspects of the design and planning processes for environmental education, particularly emphasizing the active role of students, the professional growth of teachers, and innovations in learning environments. The conclusions offer reflections on future prospects, suggesting strategies for consolidating and encouraging the experimentation and dissemination of these approaches within other educational and training systems.