(b) Delivery method of VFT divided into tutor-led VFTs and student-led VFTs as well as the blended spectrum between. (a) Types of VFT separated between location-based trips to a specific locality and thematic trips spanning global localities with a common theme. These are more similar to traditional classroom taught course but areĪugmented with outcrop examples from across the world.įigure 1Outline of types and delivery methods of VFTs. Specific topic and visit outcrop examples from several distinct locations. Thematic or geographically unconfined VFTs follow a Location based trips are the most comparable toĪ traditional field trips and are focused on the geology of a specific Virtualįield trips can also be subdivided into “location based” or “thematic” With augmented reality also emerging (e.g. Technology can vary from desktop to virtual reality (VR) headsets (e.g. Immersive experience using 3D virtual outcrop models. VFTs can range from a slide show via a Google Earth tour of localities to a full The term VFT has a broad range of implications and interpretations. Years there has been increasing recognition that, for a variety of reasons,įieldwork is not equally accessible to all students (Giles et al., 2020), and there have been increased efforts to provide digital alternatives, termed SignificantĮmphasis is placed on the skills that are acquired through time spent in the field, observing rocks and structures in their natural habitat. Similar requirements exist in other countries.
Geological Society of London there was a requirement for 60 d ofįieldwork. Prior to COVID-19, in the UK for a geology degree to be accredited by the The field trip and as an addition for those who can.įield trips are a fundamental component of most geoscience degrees. The value of this method of teaching for students who are unable to attend Staff feedback and studentĪssessments suggest that the learning outcomes were satisfied and highlight Satisfaction with the conventional trips.
Overall, the student perception was very positive and comparable to Specifically designed for the interpretation of 3D models and the delivery Virtual outcrops and examines student perception, gauged primarily through The paper summarizes the delivery mechanism for VFTs based on Traditional field trips that are normally run to the Spanish Pyrenees and Geoscience course at the University of Aberdeen. ThisĬontribution explores two such VFTs delivered to a masters level Integrated Petroleum Practical and essential substitutes for traditional field trips andĪccelerated the development of VFTs based on virtual outcrop data. International travel restrictions, virtual field trips (VFTs) became As the COVID-19 pandemic led to widespread national and Outcrops) has improved the immersive nature of virtual geologicalįield trips. The advent of photorealistic, 3D computer models of cliff sections (virtual
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