Background: Learning in the Field

For more detailed discussions of field-based learning, see the following online resources.

Geologists examining Cambrian strata in the Horseshoe Hills near Bozeman, Montana

Geologists examining Cambrian strata in the Horseshoe Hills near Bozeman, Montana. Photo by Robert Thomas, Department of Environmental Sciences, University of Montana-Western. Details

Using Field Observations and Field Experiences to Teach Geoscience - an illustrated community discussion that is part of the Cutting Edge workshop series. Includes a searchable collection of field experiences and activities.
JGE Articles on Field-Based Learning - a list of papers published between 2001-2004 in the Journal of Geoscience Education on the theme of field-based learning. Compiled on the NAGT website.
Teaching in the Field - an NAGT website designed to aid teachers in teaching in the field. This site includes field teaching tips, field trip examples, as well as strategies for successful field trips.
Using Field Labs - a page from the SERC Starting Point site focusing on field laboratories in entry-level geoscience courses.
Examples of Good Practice in Earth Science Learning & Teaching: Fieldwork - proceedings from the UK Geosciences Fieldwork Symposium, held at the Higher Education Academy Subject Centre for Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (GEES) at the University of Plymouth
Abstracts from the "Teaching Geology in the Field" technical session at the 2004 GSA Meeting
Abstracts from the 2004 GSA technical session "Current Research on Situated Teaching and Learning in Geoscience: Field-Based, Case-Based, Problem-Based, Place-Based"