Revitalizing community learning: Integrating literacy, foreign language development, and environmental education at Kebun Botol Community Reading Park

Zakiyah, Ermita ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2172-1283, Wiranegara, Dian Arsitades ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-8979-3292, Rochmawati, Rochmawati ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8575-4248, Wahyurianto, Ibnu ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2877-7201, Az Zahra, Ai Mulyani, Wahyu, Siva Ananda and Akmal, Muchammad Mufti (2026) Revitalizing community learning: Integrating literacy, foreign language development, and environmental education at Kebun Botol Community Reading Park. Journal of Community Service and Empowerment, 7 (2). pp. 595-606. ISSN 27225291

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Abstract

This study explores the revitalization of the Kebun Botol Community Reading Park (TBM) in Tlogomas, Malang, aiming to enhance community participation, literacy, foreign language proficiency, and environmental awareness. The objective was to transform TBM into a multifunctional space integrating literacy programs, foreign language education, and environmental conservation. The research applied a Community-Based Participatory Research approach, involving active community engagement throughout the revitalization process. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, surveys, and observational field notes. Results showed a significant increase in community participation, particularly in foreign language classes and environmental workshops. Participants reported improved literacy, with 90% indicating enhanced proficiency in English and Arabic. The integration of environmental conservation activities, such as sustainable farming and recycling workshops, fostered greater ecological awareness. The revitalization process also led to increased satisfaction, with 90% of participants expressing high satisfaction with the new programs and facilities. This study demonstrates the success of integrating foreign language development and environmental education in community spaces. It highlights the importance of participatory approaches in ensuring the sustainability of such initiatives. The findings suggest that TBM Kebun Botol serves as a model for community-driven educational projects, offering valuable lessons for other similar initiatives. Further research should examine the long-term impact and scalability of these revitalization efforts in different contexts.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Keywords:	Community participation; Community-driven initiatives; Environmental conservation; Foreign language education Literacy
Subjects:	13 EDUCATION > 1302 Curriculum and Pedagogy > 130204 English and Literacy Curriculum and Pedagogy (excl. LOTE, ESL and TESOL)
Divisions:	Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teaching Training > Department of English Language Education
Depositing User:	dian arsitades wiranegara
Date Deposited:	01 Sep 2026 14:09

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