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Virtual Science Centers: Web-Based Environments for Promotion of Nonformal Science Education

Virtual Science Centers: Web-Based Environments for Promotion of Nonformal Science Education

Leo Tan Wee Hin, R. Subramaniam
Copyright: © 2003 |Pages: 22
ISBN13: 9781591401025|ISBN10: 159140102X|ISBN13 Softcover: 9781931777872|EISBN13: 9781591401100
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59140-102-5.ch019
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Hin, Leo Tan Wee, and R. Subramaniam. "Virtual Science Centers: Web-Based Environments for Promotion of Nonformal Science Education." Web-Based Education: Learning from Experience, edited by Anil K. Aggarwal, IGI Global, 2003, pp. 308-329. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59140-102-5.ch019

APA

Hin, L. T. & Subramaniam, R. (2003). Virtual Science Centers: Web-Based Environments for Promotion of Nonformal Science Education. In A. Aggarwal (Ed.), Web-Based Education: Learning from Experience (pp. 308-329). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59140-102-5.ch019

Chicago

Hin, Leo Tan Wee, and R. Subramaniam. "Virtual Science Centers: Web-Based Environments for Promotion of Nonformal Science Education." In Web-Based Education: Learning from Experience, edited by Anil K. Aggarwal, 308-329. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2003. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59140-102-5.ch019

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Abstract

The opening of a virtual annex by science centers has given rise to a new genre of learning in Web-based education. Seeking to enhance the outreach effectiveness of nonformal science education initiatives among students and the public, these virtual science centers fulfill a useful role in promoting the public understanding of science. The example of the Singapore Science Center is used as a case study to explore the topic in significant depth. A commentary is also presented on some of the issues, controversies, and problems encountered in this new learning environment. Some possible solutions and recommendations are suggested in light of our experiences.

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