Prehistoric Recycling Explained in a Playful Way: The Pfahlbauten Wimmelbild—An Interactive Digital Mediation Tool Designed by Young People

A playful digital tool, the Pfahlbauten Wimmelbild, reveals prehistoric recycling practices through interactive animations created by young students. This project, part of the FFG Talents Internship program, engaged 14- to 17-year-old students in researching and communicating sustainability concepts related to UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Prehistoric Pile Dwellings around the Alps.' Using scientific literature, museum collections, and historical records, students developed an augmented illustration that brings a prehistoric lake shore settlement to life. The tool, featuring animations and descriptive texts, educates users about artifact recycling processes while introducing young participants to scientific research and communication. This innovative approach was recognized with the Creative App Award at CHNT 2023.

da Fonseca, H. S., Leipold, F., & Grömer, K. (2024). Prehistoric Recycling Explained in a Playful Way: The Pfahlbauten Wimmelbild—An Interactive Digital Mediation Tool Designed by Young People. Heritage, 7(9), 4617–4630. https://doi.org/10.3390/heritage7090217