Abstract
Amid the global challenges of sustainable development, integrating cultural exhibitions with modern technologies has become a crucial approach to enhancing public awareness of local ecology and sustainability issues. This study investigates how localized exhibition formats can improve visitor experiences and promote knowledge dissemination while examining whether the fusion of traditional culture and technology fosters ecological education and emotional connections. Using the puppet show “Searching for the Sustainable Forest,” showcased by National Yunlin University of Science and Technology at the 2024 Asia-Pacific Sustainability Expo, the research incorporates Yunlin’s unique ecological features (e.g., purple crow butterflies, fairy pittas, and golden bats) and RFID interactive technology to create an innovative cultural, technological, and educational experience. Guided by Sitzia’s (2022) sensory education framework, the study developed four dimensions—macro perspective, resonance, guidance, and content-related significance—and used questionnaires to assess visitor outcomes. Results demonstrate the puppet show’s effectiveness in eliciting emotional resonance, deepening cultural recognition, and enhancing sustainability knowledge. This research provides insights for future cross-disciplinary collaborations and interactive design enhancements, showcasing the potential of local culture in sustainability education.
Presenters
Shi Liang ChangStudent, Graduate School of Design, Master & Doctoral Program, national yunlin university of science and technology, Taiwan, Taiwan Wen Huei Chou
Professor, Digital Media Design, National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, Yunlin, Taiwan
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
2025 Special Focus—Thinking, Learning, Doing: Plural Ways of Design
KEYWORDS
Localized exhibitions,Visitor experience,Interactive design,Sustainability education
