EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

Abstract

Over the past few years, the transition from traditional brick-and-mortar learning to digital education has accelerated a pre-existing trend. Virtual academy enrolments had been steadily increasing well before the pandemic, catering to hundreds of thousands of students annually . The provision of digital programs offers students enhanced flexibility, granting them greater access to teachers and classes while empowering them to take more control over their learning experiences. Quoting Plato's timeless wisdom, "our need will be the real creator," or in modern terms, "necessity is the mother of invention." While innovative teaching strategies were once considered a niche practice by a select few educators, they are now becoming commonplace as schools seek to address learning gaps and adapt to our evolving reality. Now we are witnessing a surge in blended learning, hybrid learning, and ambitious initiatives aimed at tackling the challenges confronting students today. Crucial for fostering a dynamic and successful learning atmosphere, inventive teaching techniques play a pivotal role in empowering both educators and students. They enable teachers to cultivate imaginative approaches to instruction while fostering the development of independent learning skills among students. The application of technology usage in Environmental science classes, moving from simple test tubes to advanced applications, forms the focus of this study. An analysis of the educational technology in teaching Environmental Sciences is conducted.