Botanical Oases: herbal gardens as learning sanctuaries at KKTM Lenggong

Abdul Rahman, Mohd Al-Hafiz and Abu Bakar, Aniza and Baharuddin, Zainul Mukrim (2024) Botanical Oases: herbal gardens as learning sanctuaries at KKTM Lenggong. In: International Landscape Seminar Online (UMRAN2023), 4 January 2024, KAED, IIUM, Gombak.

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Abstract

The present study establishes the need and importance of herbal gardens in educational institutions especially in the context of niche programs of herbal sciences as at Kolej Kemahiran Tinggi MARA. These gardens help in experiential learning and sensitising the children toward maintaining the environment as well as knowledge about overall development. Nonetheless, herbal gardens risk survival due to threats that include infrastructure development and urbanisation. The study seeks to learn why these botanical sanctuaries are disappearing and assess the protection actions in play. It aims to offer hands-on advice for academicians, educators and policy makers on the incorporation and conservation of herbal gardens into learning establishments. By aligning the curriculum with the potential of herbal gardens and identifying suitable cultivation areas, this research contributes to enhancing the learning experience and fostering a stronger connection between education and the local community.

Item Type:	Proceeding Paper (Other)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Experiential Learning, Botanical Landscapes, Herbal Garden, Higher Education
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) > H62 Study and teaching. Research
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design > Department of Landscape Architecture Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design
Depositing User:	Dr. Aniza Abu Bakar
Date Deposited:	09 Dec 2024 12:30
Last Modified:	09 Dec 2024 12:30
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/116422

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