Digital Tools in Informal Science Education Sites: A Systematic Literature Review

IF 3.3 1区教育学 Q1 EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH Journal of Science Education and Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-06 DOI:10.1007/s10956-024-10105-z

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Informal science activities occurring at various non-traditional learning sites present a pivotal model for involving youths in the science learning process. The dynamic landscape of emerging technologies has prompted the exploration of innovative methodologies to bolster and refine informal science education. However, the expanse of this field and its attendant complexities has led to a lack of empirical evidence on the subject matter necessitating further research. This paper presents the findings of a systematic literature review, spanning the years 2017 to 2022, focusing on empirical inquiries into the deployment and impact of digital tools and technologies on the cognitive, affective, and behavioral dimensions of student learning. The investigation pertains specifically to unconstrained, extracurricular learning environments, encompassing science centers and museums and outdoor locations. A methodical search of renowned electronic databases, including ACM Digital Library, ERIC, Google Scholar, Sage, and Web of Science, supplemented by rigorous cross-referencing, yielded a corpus of seventeen (n = 17) relevant studies. These were subjected to a thorough qualitative content analysis. A diverse array of scientific concepts was found to have been investigated using hardware-based, software-based, or mixed approaches. Notably, augmented reality (AR) emerges as a preeminent focal point within the purview of digital interfaces explored by researchers. The synthesis of findings underscores the affirmative influence of digital tools and technologies on pivotal facets such as engagement, motivation, attitude towards science, and comprehension of scientific principles. In culmination, this study delineates prospective research focus for future studies in informal science education.

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摘要在各种非传统学习场所开展的非正规科学活动是让青少年参与科学学习过程的一个重要模式。新兴技术的动态发展促使人们探索创新方法，以加强和完善非正规科学教育。然而，由于这一领域的广阔性及其随之而来的复杂性，有关这一主题的实证证据十分匮乏，因此有必要开展进一步的研究。本文介绍了系统性文献综述的结果，时间跨度为 2017 年至 2022 年，重点关注数字工具和技术的部署及其对学生学习的认知、情感和行为维度的影响的实证调查。调查特别涉及无约束的课外学习环境，包括科学中心、博物馆和户外场所。通过对知名电子数据库（包括 ACM 数字图书馆、ERIC、Google Scholar、Sage 和 Web of Science）进行有条不紊的搜索，并辅以严格的交叉引用，我们获得了 17 项（n = 17）相关研究的语料库。对这些研究进行了全面的定性内容分析。研究发现，使用基于硬件、基于软件或混合方法对各种科学概念进行了研究。值得注意的是，增强现实（AR）成为研究人员探索的数字界面范围内的一个突出焦点。研究结果的综合强调了数字工具和技术对参与、动机、科学态度和对科学原理的理解等关键方面的积极影响。最后，本研究为非正规科学教育的未来研究划定了前瞻性的研究重点。

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Journal of Science Education and Technology EDUCATION, SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINES-

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9.40

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4.50%

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6-12 weeks

期刊介绍： Journal of Science Education and Technology is an interdisciplinary forum for the publication of original peer-reviewed, contributed and invited research articles of the highest quality that address the intersection of science education and technology with implications for improving and enhancing science education at all levels across the world. Topics covered can be categorized as disciplinary (biology, chemistry, physics, as well as some applications of computer science and engineering, including the processes of learning, teaching and teacher development), technological (hardware, software, deigned and situated environments involving applications characterized as with, through and in), and organizational (legislation, administration, implementation and teacher enhancement). Insofar as technology plays an ever-increasing role in our understanding and development of science disciplines, in the social relationships among people, information and institutions, the journal includes it as a component of science education. The journal provides a stimulating and informative variety of research papers that expand and deepen our theoretical understanding while providing practice and policy based implications in the anticipation that such high-quality work shared among a broad coalition of individuals and groups will facilitate future efforts.