Research

Research

Peer-reviewed research2017 Otago review (McNatty & Boyes)

Using handhelds to support students' outdoor educational activities

Churchill, D., Kennedy, D., Flint, D. & Cotton, N.International Journal of Continuing Engineering Education and Life-Long Learning 20(1), 54-712010International

A pilot gave handheld computers to Year 12 geography students on a field trip and produced recommendations for using them in fieldwork.

What's new

A pilot study used handheld computers with secondary school students on a field trip as part of the Year 12 geography curriculum. Potential uses include student data collection, collaboration and reflection. These were analysed, resulting in recommendations for optimal use in fieldwork.

Why it matters in Aotearoa

Offers ideas for using technology on field trips.

Putting it into practice

Use devices for data collection, collaboration and reflection in fieldwork.

How strong is the evidence

Peer-reviewed pilot study; Year 12 geography field trip

What to read

The full article

Who it's for

Teachers
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