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Nitecki, Danuta A.; Simpson, Katherine – Journal of Learning Spaces, 2016
Lack of commonly used vocabulary for informal learning environments hinders precise communication concerning what is observed, assessed, and understood about the relationship between space and learning. This study empirically extends taxonomies of terms and phrases that describe such relationships through content analysis of descriptions of…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Taxonomy, Vocabulary, Content Analysis
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Vanderplank, Robert – New Language Learning and Teaching Environments, 2016
This book brings together current thinking on informal language learning and the findings of over 30 years of research on captions (same language subtitles for the deaf and hard-of-hearing) to present a new model of language learning from captioned viewing and a future roadmap for research and practice in this field. Language learners may have…
Descriptors: Visual Aids, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Teaching Methods
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Jacobson, Susan K. – Journal of Environmental Education, 1990
Described is a comprehensive approach which was used to develop, implement, and assess educational programs for four specific Kinabulu Park audiences: general park visitors, school groups, local villagers, and the public reached by mass media. (CW)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Behavior, Environmental Education, Informal Education
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Quin, Melanie – International Journal of Science Education, 1991
Describes the Nuffield project that served as a resource for science centers across England and as a vehicle for the European Collaborative for Science, Industry, and Technology Exhibitions. Discusses the network of contacts extending from the BBC and British Association to science centers worldwide following the inception of the project by the…
Descriptors: Exhibits, Foreign Countries, Informal Education, International Cooperation