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The introduction of ICT in fieldwork to enhance student learning
Wheeler, Anne Smith, John Luckhurst, David Biscomb, Kay Phillips, Mark
Wheeler, Anne
Smith, John
Luckhurst, David
Biscomb, Kay
Phillips, Mark
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2004
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The aim of the project was to introduce a dedicated ICT package into the fieldwork experience in order to enhance student learning in the field at a range of levels and in a number of subject areas. The field kit consists of a laptop computer, digital camera with multi-card reader, global positioning system (GPS), video camera, portable scanner and printer. The kit is kept in a waterproof portable case specifically for student fieldwork use (Plate 1). A digital microscope and video camera is also separately available. The students have been able to use the equipment in the field in order to produce supporting materials to enhance their fieldwork. For example the IT package has been used in conjunction with a data-logger on mapping equipment allowing maps to be printed in the field for detailed recording of field sites. Also the use of digital and video cameras has allowed students to take responsibility for identifying and recording aspects of fieldwork for their reports.
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CELT Learning and Teaching Projects 2003/04
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Report of a CELT project on supporting students through innovation and research
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0954211642