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    Development of an educational application for introducing marine mammal world to preschool and primary school children.
    (ΕΛ.ΜΕ.ΠΑ., Σχολή Μηχανικών (ΣΜΗΧ), ΠΜΣ Πληροφορική και Πολυμέσα, 2024-01-26) Panteri, Emmanouela; Παντερή, Εμμανουέλα
    The Mediterranean Sea is a marine biodiversity hotspot, covering about 2.5 million km² and hosting around 6.3% of the world's marine species. Among its diverse fauna, marine mammals are included such as seals, whales, dolphins, and the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal (Monachus monachus). However, anthropogenic pressures, habitat loss, pollution, overexploitation, invasive species, and climate change pose significant threats to marine mammal populations. Educating younger generations about these challenges and the importance of marine conservation is crucial. This master thesis aims to develop an educational application in the form of a game that familiarizes preschool and primary school children with the Mediterranean marine mammal biodiversity. To achieve this, the study utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and a multidisciplinary approach. The selected technology for application development is Unity 2D/3D, a widely used game engine known for its versatility and user-friendly features. Unity's capability to design games in both 2D and 3D environments, along with its extraction options to various platforms and electronic devices, makes it an ideal choice. The application will utilize touch screen functionality through kiosks to improve user-friendliness for children in educational settings like aquariums and schools, providing interactive experience. The educational game will consist of multiple elements, including species cards with graphics, photographs, and videos, accompanied by information on food preferences and typical habitats. Additionally, interactive mini-games will be incorporated, offering randomized content to maintain user engagement and provide learning experiences. The developed application can be utilized at major Greek scientific/research events such as Researchers Night and the Athens Science Festival, offering an interactive and enjoyable learning experience for children. Furthermore, its permanent installation in aquariums like Cretaquarium and the aquarium in Rhodes, as well as its availability for visiting schools through tablets or mobile devices, can enhance marine mammal education. By leveraging state-of-the-art technology, this master thesis contributes to the field of educational technology and promotes innovative approaches to marine conservation education. The developed application serves as an example of how interactive and immersive learning experiences can be created to engage and educate young learners about the Mediterranean marine mammal world.