Transforming Civic Education through Ecological Citizenship Projects to Foster Deep Learning

Environmental degradation continues to worsen natural conditions in Indonesia, as evidenced by the country's waste generation reaching approximately 18.5 million tons per year in 2024. Today, Civic Education not only plays a role in shaping democratic and responsible citizens, but must also actively engage learners in social life and contribute to environmental sustainability. Therefore, this study aims to examine the transformation of Civic Education through Ecological Citizenship projects as an effort to promote deep learning. The research employs a qualitative method with a literature review approach, collecting data from journals, books, and other relevant sources. Data were analyzed through data reduction, data display, and verification techniques. The findings reveal that the integration of Ecological Citizenship principles into project-based learning encourages students to understand the relationship between humans and nature while also taking concrete actions to preserve the environment. This approach aligns with the principles of deep learning, which emphasize mindful, meaningful, and joyful learning, and contributes to developing graduates who are critical, creative, collaborative, and possess strong civic character. Through direct involvement in environmental projects, students evolve into agents of change who care about sustainability as an essential part of their civic identity.