Virtual science centers: a new genre of learning in Web-based promotion of science education

Author

Hin, Leo Tan Wee ; Subramaniam, R. ; Aggarwal, Anil K.

Author_Institution

National Inst. of Educ., Nanyang Technol. Univ., Singapore, Singapore

fYear

2003

fDate

6-9 Jan. 2003

Abstract

The opening of a virtual annexes by science centers has given rise to a new genre of learning in Web-based education. Seeking to enhance the outreach effectiveness of non-formal science education initiatives among students and the public, these virtual science centers fulfill a useful role in promoting the public understanding of science. The types of content which can be hosted in these sites are discussed. A commentary is also presented on some of the unique issues encountered in this new learning environment, including some suggestions on possible solutions in the light of our experiences.

Keywords

Internet; computer aided instruction; educational courses; natural sciences computing; Web-based education; Web-based learning; learning environment; nonformal science education; public understanding; virtual annex; virtual science centers; Computer aided instruction; Computer architecture; Computer science education; Costs; Educational institutions; Educational technology; Fuels; Internet; Microcomputers; Portals;

fLanguage

English

Publisher

ieee

Conference_Titel

System Sciences, 2003. Proceedings of the 36th Annual Hawaii International Conference on

Print_ISBN

0-7695-1874-5

Type

conf

DOI

10.1109/HICSS.2003.1174346

Filename

1174346