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interested in this topic as an aid to the development of their designs. Lecturers should advocate looking at nature
in new ways and ultimately this can inspire and motivate their students.
Results
1) There is a significant difference between group’s performance before and after the program, in addition is a
significant difference between the experimental group and control group before and after the test. This
confirms that the biomimicry has long-lasting effects which includes the development of skills such as selfreflection,
critical and creative thinking for students.
2) There are significant differences between group’s performance before and after the program, in addition is a
significant difference between the experimental group and control group before and after the test. This
confirms that the biomimicry could positively impact students’ design decisions and thinking skills.
Recommendations
In the light of the results obtained the researchers recommends the following:
• Teachers should be teaching the subject of biomimicry for students of art education in higher education.
• The students should be encouraged to conduct mini-debates on biomimicry and elements of nature such as
texture in order to develop their thinking skills.
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