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Virtual Biological Collections: An Educational Tool for the Multidimensional Understanding of Biodiversity

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The biosphere, the foundation of all life on Earth, is undergoing massive disruption, with biodiversity declining at an unprecedented rate. Non-native species are the second leading cause of global biodiversity loss. In light of this critical issue, it is essential to develop innovative educational tools that promote meaningful learning and encourage the use of active methodologies that foster student autonomy and independence, even outside the classroom. In this context, Virtual Biological Collections (VBCs) offer the advantage of being accessible anytime and anywhere, allowing multiple students to engage with the material simultaneously, without the risk of deterioration and without relying on physical access to the collections.

Source: Advances in Hydrology & Meteorology

DOI: 10.33552/ahm.2024.02.000530

Author: Custodio Heliana

Institutions: Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata

Language: English

Topic: Animal and Plant Science Education

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Life on land

Open Access status: hybrid

Funder: Universidad Nacional de La Plata