Jasmine Nurul Izza, Hadi Suwono, Habiddin, Hendra Susanto, Reihan Athala Rizki Putranda
Introduction: diabetes mellitus in children and adolescents correlates with reduced quality of life and heightened mortality rates. Incorporating diabetes education into early learning is essential as a proactive prevention strategy. Objective: this study seeks to examine and optimize the teaching of diabetes mellitus within K–12 education, aiming to bolster preventive measures among students. Method: this research examines diabetes education within K–12 environments through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), utilizing the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and MetaAnalyses (PRISMA) methodology. A total of 1192 articles were obtained from the Scopus database, with 17 studies fulfilling the inclusion criteria and selected for detailed analysis. Results: the review identified various diabetesrelated curricula and instructional strategies utilized in preschool, elementary, middle, and high school classrooms. The main learning objectives involved enhancing student awareness of diabetes and comprehending its risk factors. Preschool programs frequently involved parents to foster the development of healthy behaviors. Strategies employed in elementary and secondary schools encompassed class discussions, investigative learning, simulations, modelling, and community action projects. These methods enhanced students’ comprehension of diabetes, facilitated sustained behavior modification, and fostered the acquisition of selfregulation skills. Conclusions: the main objective of diabetes education in schools is to equip students with the understanding that diabetes can be largely prevented through healthy lifestyle choices. Effective lessons enable students to reflect on their behaviors and make informed decisions that promote longterm health and prevent diabetes. © 2025; Los autores.
Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, Indonesia; IHC Elizabeth Hospital, Situbondo, Indonesia
