QRiosity Park: A QR-based treasure hunt to discover eco-knowledge in urban parks

<< Objectives >>QRiosity Park aims to revolutionize urban green spaces, engaging educators and students through an innovative mobile app, fostering environmental education and active learning. The project seeks to address the challenges of digitalized childhoods, lack of exposure to nature, and promote sustainability. It aims to empower students, enhance teacher competencies, and create a lasting impact on education by integrating the outdoors into the learning experience.<< Implementation >>QRiosity Park project encompasses diverse activities. Key initiatives involve mobile app development for an outdoor treasure hunt game, engaging educators and students, creating a comprehensive handbook, facilitating transnational meetings for collaboration, and conducting extensive dissemination efforts to maximize impact across various stakeholders. Through these initiatives, the project aims to foster environmental education and engagement in urban green spaces.<< Results >>QRiosity Park aims to yield an innovative mobile app, a comprehensive handbook, and a toolkit for educators, fostering environmental education through urban green spaces. Outcomes include enhanced pedagogical practices, student engagement, and a broader societal impact by cultivating eco-consciousness and sustainable practices among students and educators. The project envisions creating a long-term community of practice, promoting environmental awareness for integrating UGS into education.