AHFE Open AccessSupporting Informal Sustainability Learning with AI-assisted Educational Technology
Abstract
This paper presents Waste Genie (WG), a novel web-based educational platform designed to enhance learning about sustainable waste management. WG employs bite-sized interactive content and leverages artificial intelligence to support sustainability education. To assess WG's efficacy, we conducted a user study involving 21 college students. The study aimed to evaluate improvements in sustainability awareness, waste sorting skills, and overall user experience. Results showed a notable increase in participants' understanding of waste management practices and their ability to correctly classify waste items. This research demonstrates the potential of combining emerging technologies like large language models with interactive learning approaches to address environmental education challenges.
Keywords: Educational technology, sustainability learning, waste management
DOI: 10.54941/ahfe1005567
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