Transforming Karst Conservation through Augmented Reality in the Sustainable Digital Era (AR-KARSA)
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- karst conservation; digital technology; augmented reality; interactive learning; sustainable environment; immersive visualization.
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The transformation of karst conservation is becoming increasingly important as digital technology advances, enabling the delivery of environmental information in a more interactive and accessible manner. This study introduces the AR-KARSA learning innovation, designed to raise public awareness of the ecological value, vulnerability, and urgency of preserving karst landscapes in a sustainable digital era. The objective of this study was to develop and validate a digital learning model capable of presenting information on geological formations, hydrological systems, biodiversity, and threats of environmental damage through immersive visualizations. The research method employed a development approach that included needs analysis, model design, application development, and feasibility evaluation by experts and users. The results showed that AR-KARSA increased user engagement, clarified the structure and dynamics of karst areas, and strengthened environmental understanding that is difficult to obtain through direct observation. This study concluded that AR-KARSA is an effective strategy to support karst conservation efforts and expand the use of immersive digital technology in sustainable environmental education.
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