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A 'prelude to GIS' for learners on campus and off
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Abstract no. 143. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
A CD-based courseware package for the teaching and consolidating of geological field skills
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An article written for the GEES Subject Centre publication Planet, Issue 4 (2002). Available as a downloadable PDF file.
A computer-supported independent study module.
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Abstract no. 137. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.? an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
A field-Based 'oil business game' for honours geology students
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An article written for the GEES Subject Centre publication PLANET, issue 1 (2002). Available hardcopy from the GEES Subject Centre or downloadable as a pdf file from the URL below.
A maths toolkit for scientists.
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Primer 5 Version 3 Issued January 2005. The Physical Sciences Centre Primers are designed to provide practical advice and guidance on aspects of teaching and learning in the physical sciences.
A multi-modal approach to teaching interviewing in geography
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Abstract No. 65. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
A novel technique to provide basic fieldwork skills to large numbers of first year undergraduates
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Abstract No. 87. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
A student's first encounter with geoscience fieldwork: making it an effective learning experience.
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Abstract no. 153.This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre
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This case study is one of a number submitted to the GEES Subject Centre as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
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An online article discussing the application of the benchmarking statement for Earth Science, Environmental Science and Environmental Studies. The author was a member of the Benchmarking panel and is Earth Sciences Senior Advisor for the GEES Subject Centre.
Assessing through viva voce examination
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Abstract no. 88. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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Abstract No. 95. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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This website serves the community of people concerned with the application of GIS in water resources in relation to the modelling of water movement, water quality and water management.
Compendium of practicals for the biosciences.
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This ?Practical Compendium? is a collection of practical learning resources developed by the Centre for Bioscience. The compendium is still in development and the Centre for Bioscience is looking for further contributions in this area.
Conducting research in fluvial geomorphology.
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This case study is one of a number submitted to the GEES SC as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
Constructing a deprivation index during a tutorial
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Abstract no. 56. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Creating a learning resource on the world wide web
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Abstract no. 86. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Detailed underground mapping in a mine: learning to think in three dimensions
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Abstract no. 149. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
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This case study is one of a number submitted to the GEES Subject Centre as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
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e-MapScholar is a Joint Information Systems Committe (JISC) funded project aimed at developing tools and learning and teaching materials to enhance and support the use of geo-spatial data within HE.
Earth sciences, environmental sciences and environmental studies benchmarking statements
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The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for Higher Education's webpages holding benchmarking statements for all degree level subjects, including Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences and Environmental Studies.
Edinburgh 2003: an approach to fieldwork in human geography
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One of a group of case studies collected under the title 'Developing Skill-based Curricula through the Disciplines: Case Studies of Good Practice in Geography', SEDA Paper 89.
Effective teaching in the field: IMAGE, the future for geological fieldwork?
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Abstract no. 146.
Effective team-working in a group project (level 4 undergraduate)
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Abstract no. 170. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Environmental assessment: interdisciplinary teamwork project
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Abstract no. 66. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Environmental change in Shetland
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Abstract no. 91. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
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Abstract no. 57. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Exit assessment of laboratory work in environmental sciences
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Abstract no. 185. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
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Abstract no. 93. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
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Abstract no. 96. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
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Abstract No. 221. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Fieldwork and the Open University
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Abstract no. 147. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Fieldwork education and technology: a GEES perspective
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An article written for the GEES Subject Centre publication Planet, issue 4 (2002). Available for download as a pdf file from the URL below.
Fieldwork is good? The student experience of field courses
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A paper from the GEES Subject Centre publication Planet, Special Edition 5, Part B, Pedagogic Research in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (2003). Available for download as a pdf.
Fieldwork undertaken for community partners in undergraduate and honours geography curricula
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This online case study is one of a number submitted to the GEES SC as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
Geography benchmarking statement
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The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for Higher Education's benchmarking statement for Geography. Available for download as a pdf file or readable in html.
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Abstract no. 50. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Geological field teaching using discovery techniques
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This publication is one of the outputs of the programme for Science Education Enhancement and Development (SEED), an FDTL1 (Fund for the Development of Teaching and Learning) project funded by HEFCE. SEED?s overall aim was to develop, document and disseminate good practice in Science teaching and learning. This resource is available for download as a pdf.
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Abstract no. 150. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Geology of the wessex coast, southern england
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This website provides a large set of geological field guides (nearly 100) to the Wessex coast of Southern England.
Global climate change modelling
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Abstract no. 32. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Group projects: an effective fieldwork teaching strategy
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Abstract no. 165.This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Group-based projects in metamorphism: case study
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Abstract no. 145.This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Guide to data sources for applied earth science research projects
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This web-based guide to data sources is aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students who are about to undertake applied earth science research projects. The guide also includes information on reference databases and a list of journal sites.
Illustrating core mathematics and statistics with Microsoft Excel
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Abstract no. 154. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Improving student learning with computer-based feedback
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Abstract no. 47. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Interactive Mathematics and Geoscience Education (IMAGE).
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Abstract No. 157. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Introduction to the laboratory
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Abstract No. 94. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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Kingston University London, Kingston Centre for GIS website.
Landsat education and outreach program
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NASA Landsat Education and Outreach Program
Linking teaching and research within the Bourne Stream Partnership: a community based project.
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A paper abstract from the LTSN GEES Residential Conference 2003.
Mineral exploration and exploitation.
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Abstract No. 148. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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A paper abstract from the LTSN GEES Residential Conference 2003.
Policy-related fieldwork for first year students
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Abstract No. 44. This abstract is one of a large number taken from “Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education”, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Practical geography: a fieldwork and project-based course unit
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Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA) paper 89. Available for free download.
Practicals and laboratory work in geography
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This book is part of the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) series 'Good Teaching, Learning and Assessment Practices in Geography'. Available as hardcopy for a fee from the GDN website under 'Publications' (see link below).
Proceedings of The UK Geosciences Fieldwork Symposium
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The UK Geosciences Fieldwork Symposium took place in 1997 and was convened by the UK Geosciences Education Consortium as part of a series of national conferences and workshops held to discuss and promote good practice in Earth Science learning and teaching. ESTA Occasional Series No. 2.
Projects on geographical issues
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Abstract No. 99. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Qualitative research methods: a team designed and implemented project.
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This case study is one of a number submitted to GEES Subject Centre as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
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Abstract No. 52. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Reflection, alignment and mineralogy.
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A paper abstract from the LTSN GEES Residential Conference 2003.
Santa Cruz Field Course: developing team research expertise.
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This case study is one of a number submitted to LTSN-GEES as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
Statistical analysis: a 'project approach'
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Abstract No. 45. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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An article from the Journal of Geography in Higher Education. Abstract available from link below. Access to JGHE, hardcopy or electronic, is via personal or institutional subscription.
Student research projects with community environment groups
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Abstract No. 80. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Tackling the mathematics problem in the physical sciences.
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A toolkit developed for the HE Academy Physical Sciences Centre.
Teaching introductory geological mapwork using workpacks.
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Abstract No. 144. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Teaching large classes in the field.
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Abstract No. 152. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
The digital 'vignette' - bringing research to the classroom from Niah Cave, Sarawak.
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This case study is one of a number submitted to the GEES Subject Centre as part of the 'linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
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A briefing paper commissioned by the HE Academy Physical Sciences Centre.
The use of embedded graphs in teaching with Microsoft Excel
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Abstract No. 172. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre
The use of Pymmes Brook, North London, as a resource and tool in pollution and monitoring Modules.
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This case study is one of a number submitted to the GEES Subject Centre as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' Project.
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A paper abstract from the LTSN GEES Residential Conference 2003.
The world-wide earthquake locator
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The World-Wide Earthquake Locator was originally developed within the School of GeoScience at the University of Edinburgh in 1995 and is hosted by the Edinburgh Earth Observatory. The Locator takes data from the National Earthquake Information Center (NEIC), part of the US Geological Survey, based in Golden, Colorado (USA).
TRIADS applications: computer-based assessment of recent field experience.
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Abstract No. 163. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Understanding the electromagnetic spectrum
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Abstract No. 100. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Use of data in understanding the diurnal pattern of urban air pollution
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Abstract No. 49. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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A web-based 11 part lecture course (including powerpoint, reading list and assessments) on using and adapting ArcGIS from the University of Leeds School of Geography.
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This publication is one of the outputs of the programme for Science Education Enhancement and Development (SEED), an FDTL1 (Fund for the Development of Teaching and Learning) project funded by HEFCE. SEED?s overall aim was to develop, document and disseminate good practice in Science teaching and learning. This resource is available for download as a pdf.
Water quality problems in Leeds
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Abstract No. 90. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Child Subject: Cartographic Skills |
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Students discussing and assessing the previous year's work
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Abstract No. 48. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Child Subject: Data Analysis |
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Number of Records: 21. |
The use of embedded graphs in teaching with Microsoft Excel
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Abstract No. 172. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre
Exit assessment of laboratory work in environmental sciences
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Abstract no. 185. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
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This case study is one of a number submitted to the GEES Subject Centre as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
Teaching introductory geological mapwork using workpacks.
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Abstract No. 144. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Improving student learning with computer-based feedback
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Abstract no. 47. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
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e-MapScholar is a Joint Information Systems Committe (JISC) funded project aimed at developing tools and learning and teaching materials to enhance and support the use of geo-spatial data within HE.
Use of data in understanding the diurnal pattern of urban air pollution
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Abstract No. 49. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Water quality problems in Leeds
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Abstract No. 90. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
A field-Based 'oil business game' for honours geology students
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An article written for the GEES Subject Centre publication PLANET, issue 1 (2002). Available hardcopy from the GEES Subject Centre or downloadable as a pdf file from the URL below.
A computer-supported independent study module.
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Abstract no. 137. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.? an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
The world-wide earthquake locator
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The World-Wide Earthquake Locator was originally developed within the School of GeoScience at the University of Edinburgh in 1995 and is hosted by the Edinburgh Earth Observatory. The Locator takes data from the National Earthquake Information Center (NEIC), part of the US Geological Survey, based in Golden, Colorado (USA).
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Abstract No. 53. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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Abstract no. 57. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
A new approach to the teaching of experimental design to undergraduates.
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Abstract no. 202.This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Statistical analysis: a 'project approach'
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Abstract No. 45. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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Abstract No. 95. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Landsat education and outreach program
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NASA Landsat Education and Outreach Program
Guide to data sources for applied earth science research projects
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This web-based guide to data sources is aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students who are about to undertake applied earth science research projects. The guide also includes information on reference databases and a list of journal sites.
Illustrating core mathematics and statistics with Microsoft Excel
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Abstract no. 154. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
A multi-modal approach to teaching interviewing in geography
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Abstract No. 65. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
The University of Bristol's 'quantitative skills' programme.
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Abstract No. 164. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Abstract no. 164. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Child Subject: Data Presentation |
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Exit assessment of laboratory work in environmental sciences
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Abstract no. 185. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Teaching introductory geological mapwork using workpacks.
Description:
Abstract No. 144. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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e-MapScholar is a Joint Information Systems Committe (JISC) funded project aimed at developing tools and learning and teaching materials to enhance and support the use of geo-spatial data within HE.
Mineral exploration and exploitation.
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Abstract No. 148. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
A field-Based 'oil business game' for honours geology students
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An article written for the GEES Subject Centre publication PLANET, issue 1 (2002). Available hardcopy from the GEES Subject Centre or downloadable as a pdf file from the URL below.
A strategy for teaching oral presentation skills
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Abstract no. 83. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
A computer-supported independent study module.
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Abstract no. 137. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.? an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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Abstract no. 57. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Child Subject: Experimental Design |
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Abstract no. 96. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Weathering, rainsplash and rivers
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Abstract No. 97. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Water quality problems in Leeds
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Abstract No. 90. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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Abstract No. 98. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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Abstract no. 93. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Global climate change modelling
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Abstract no. 32. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
A new approach to the teaching of experimental design to undergraduates.
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Abstract no. 202.This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Child Subject: Field Skills |
| parent: Subject Based Skills |
Number of Records: 6. |
Practical geography: a fieldwork and project-based course unit
Description:
Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA) paper 89. Available for free download.
Detailed underground mapping in a mine: learning to think in three dimensions
Description:
Abstract no. 149. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
TRIADS applications: computer-based assessment of recent field experience.
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Abstract No. 163. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Fieldwork and the Open University
Description:
Abstract no. 147. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
A CD-based courseware package for the teaching and consolidating of geological field skills
Description:
An article written for the GEES Subject Centre publication Planet, Issue 4 (2002). Available as a downloadable PDF file.
Teaching large classes in the field.
Description:
Abstract No. 152. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Child Subject: GIS |
| parent: Subject Based Skills |
Number of Records: 12. |
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Kingston University London, Kingston Centre for GIS website.
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e-MapScholar is a Joint Information Systems Committe (JISC) funded project aimed at developing tools and learning and teaching materials to enhance and support the use of geo-spatial data within HE.
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This website serves the community of people concerned with the application of GIS in water resources in relation to the modelling of water movement, water quality and water management.
A computer-supported independent study module.
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Abstract no. 137. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.? an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Fieldwork education and technology: a GEES perspective
Description:
An article written for the GEES Subject Centre publication Planet, issue 4 (2002). Available for download as a pdf file from the URL below.
The world-wide earthquake locator
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The World-Wide Earthquake Locator was originally developed within the School of GeoScience at the University of Edinburgh in 1995 and is hosted by the Edinburgh Earth Observatory. The Locator takes data from the National Earthquake Information Center (NEIC), part of the US Geological Survey, based in Golden, Colorado (USA).
A 'prelude to GIS' for learners on campus and off
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Abstract no. 143. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Student assessment via poster presentations
Description:
Abstract No. 223. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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This case study is one of a number submitted to the GEES Subject Centre as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
Understanding the electromagnetic spectrum
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Abstract No. 100. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Landsat education and outreach program
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NASA Landsat Education and Outreach Program
Guide to data sources for applied earth science research projects
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This web-based guide to data sources is aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students who are about to undertake applied earth science research projects. The guide also includes information on reference databases and a list of journal sites.
Child Subject: Mapping |
| parent: Subject Based Skills |
Number of Records: 7. |
Teaching introductory geological mapwork using workpacks.
Description:
Abstract No. 144. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Description:
e-MapScholar is a Joint Information Systems Committe (JISC) funded project aimed at developing tools and learning and teaching materials to enhance and support the use of geo-spatial data within HE.
Detailed underground mapping in a mine: learning to think in three dimensions
Description:
Abstract no. 149. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Fieldwork education and technology: a GEES perspective
Description:
An article written for the GEES Subject Centre publication Planet, issue 4 (2002). Available for download as a pdf file from the URL below.
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Abstract no. 57. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Description:
This case study is one of a number submitted to the GEES Subject Centre as part of the 'Linking Teaching and Research in the Disciplines' project.
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Abstract No. 95. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Child Subject: Recording Skills |
| parent: Subject Based Skills |
Number of Records: 6. |
Exit assessment of laboratory work in environmental sciences
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Abstract no. 185. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Detailed underground mapping in a mine: learning to think in three dimensions
Description:
Abstract no. 149. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Fieldwork and the Open University
Description:
Abstract no. 147. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Geological field teaching using discovery techniques
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This publication is one of the outputs of the programme for Science Education Enhancement and Development (SEED), an FDTL1 (Fund for the Development of Teaching and Learning) project funded by HEFCE. SEED?s overall aim was to develop, document and disseminate good practice in Science teaching and learning. This resource is available for download as a pdf.
Streetwork: An encounter with place.
Description:
Abstract No. 123. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Teaching large classes in the field.
Description:
Abstract No. 152. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Child Subject: Report Writing Skills |
| parent: Subject Based Skills |
Number of Records: 8. |
Improving students' communication skills
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This book is part of the GDN Guides 'Key Skills in Geography in Higher Education and is concerned with the key skill of communication. Available as hardcopy for a fee from the GDN website under 'Publications' (see link below).
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Abstract no. 206. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ?Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education?, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Problem-based learning as a means to develop key skills in tutorials.
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Abstract No. 160. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Mineral exploration and exploitation.
Description:
Abstract No. 148. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Practical geography: a fieldwork and project-based course unit
Description:
Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA) paper 89. Available for free download.
Incorporating reflective learning into assessment.
Description:
Abstract No. 198. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Global climate change modelling
Description:
Abstract no. 32. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Group projects: an effective fieldwork teaching strategy
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Abstract no. 165.This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Child Subject: Site Evaluation |
| parent: Subject Based Skills |
Number of Records: 1. |
A CD-based courseware package for the teaching and consolidating of geological field skills
Description:
An article written for the GEES Subject Centre publication Planet, Issue 4 (2002). Available as a downloadable PDF file.
Child Subject: Statistical Methodologies |
| parent: Subject Based Skills |
Number of Records: 4. |
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Abstract No. 53. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
Constructing a deprivation index during a tutorial
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Abstract no. 56. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
Illustrating core mathematics and statistics with Microsoft Excel
Description:
Abstract no. 154. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education.’ This resource was originally set up by the Geography Discipline Network (GDN) in 1997 to host case studies of interesting and effective practices in the teaching, learning and assessment of geography from international higher education departments.
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A paper abstract from the LTSN GEES Residential Conference 2003.
Child Subject: Survey Design |
| parent: Subject Based Skills |
Number of Records: 2. |
Policy-related fieldwork for first year students
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Abstract No. 44. This abstract is one of a large number taken from “Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education”, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.
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Abstract No. 52. This abstract is one of a large number taken from ‘Case Studies of Interesting Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences in Higher Education’, an online resource of GEES case studies collected by the Geography Discipline Network and the GEES Subject Centre.