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Hajian, Shiva; Obaid, Teeba; Jain, Misha; Nesbit, John – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2019
Instructional support is fundamental to successful implementation of Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) in various educational settings. Although research indicates that instructional support can lead to learning gain and achievement of inquiry strategies, it does not explain why the same level of guidance for students with relatively the same level of…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Inquiry, Physics, Science Instruction
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Green, Marybeth; Conkey, April; Challoo, Linda – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2015
Educating the public about wildlife and conservation has long been a core component of many zoos' mission statements (Patrick, Matthews, Ayers, & Tunnicliffe, 2007). However, research has demonstrated that most patrons visit zoos to be entertained and to socialize rather than to be educated. Thus, greater emphasis is now placed on encouraging…
Descriptors: Wildlife, Recreational Facilities, Conservation (Environment), Exhibits
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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