Augmented Reality: Prospects for Environmental Science Education

Educational technologies play an essential role in educating learners about 21st-century skills. Environmental education using technology is required to raise awareness among learners about environmental concerns. In the present study, the researchers identified the current trends of augmented reality in environmental science education, comprehended the challenges teachers face, and discussed the future scope of augmented reality in environmental science education.  The results revealed that teachers’ use of augmented reality applications based on android devices is limited. The key challenges teachers face are the lack of available learning resources based on augmented reality, the lack of technical support available, and the difficulty in using certain applications. The study recommended teacher education programs on integrating augmented reality resources with textbooks efficiently and government policies to focus on affordability and connectivity within each school.