Converging Mobile Technologies in Environmental Education

Abstract

The purpose of this chapter is to investigate the application of mobile technologies to early childhood environmental education. It identifies the benefits and disadvantages of integrating mobile devices, apps, and tools into early childhood environmental education. In order to create more engaging and rich learning environments for young children while utilising mobile devices responsibly, this chapter offers early childhood educators important guidelines, as well as recommended apps and effective instructional methodologies. This chapter provides a clear approach for improving early childhood environmental education through the use of mobile technology by connecting theoretical knowledge with practical solutions. The necessity of encouraging the use of mobile devices in early childhood environmental education is emphasized, which also highlights how doing so can enhance instructional methodologies and support the growth of environmentally conscious individuals who are prepared to take on global concerns.