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Direct linkWatts, Mike – International Journal of Science Education, Part B: Communication and Public Engagement, 2015
Many household gardeners accumulate considerable knowledge of plant biology through a range of informal learning sources. This knowledge seldom relates to school biology and is driven by interest, keen motivation and what is termed here "vital relevance." A small opportunity sample of 12 gardeners (6 M, 6 F) is interviewed in terms of…
Descriptors: Informal Education, Incidental Learning, Botany, Gardening
Foster, Aroutis – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2008
Game-based learning and designing has become a hot topic in educational technology. It is believed that video gaming is one way to get students engaged in learning complex and ill-structured material, holistic learning, and preparing learners for 21st century jobs. However, beyond engagement, games may also be used for learning and developing…
Descriptors: Educational Games, Science Interests, Learning Motivation, Educational Technology
