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Area of Science:

  • Ecology and Conservation Biology
  • Environmental Education
  • Digital Technologies in Science Communication

Background:

  • Global biodiversity decline driven by human activities.
  • Low public awareness of the biodiversity crisis, especially concerning plants.
  • Barriers to public engagement in conservation due to limited awareness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate the utility of citizen science and mobile applications as educational tools.
  • To increase awareness of plant biodiversity among students and the general public.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of these tools in conservation outreach.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of outcomes from three undergraduate science activities.
  • Assessment of two informal education initiatives utilizing technology.
  • Qualitative and quantitative evaluation of engagement and learning.

Main Results:

  • Citizen science initiatives successfully raised awareness about plant biodiversity.
  • Mobile applications proved effective in educating students and the public.
  • Both approaches enhanced engagement with environmental issues.

Conclusions:

  • Citizen science and mobile apps are powerful educational and outreach tools.
  • These technologies can significantly improve public understanding of biodiversity.
  • Successful engagement fosters greater participation in conservation efforts.