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Informal science learning has a long history in China. This chapter first discusses the historical development of informal science learning in China and the functions of formal and informal science education. It then reviews Chinese research on informal learning. It concludes with some suggestions for future research and development relating to informal science learning for China’s youth.
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Ren, F., Wang, J. (2017). An Overview of Research on Informal Science Learning Among China’s Youth. In: Liang, L., Liu, X., Fulmer, G. (eds) Chinese Science Education in the 21st Century: Policy, Practice, and Research. Contemporary Trends and Issues in Science Education, vol 45. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-9864-8_13
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