A series of modules and tools present half a dozen rich geological contexts within an integrated interface, containing photographs, movement of data and results from observation of data analysis. The goal is to support student observation about geological processes, explore these processes using field data, develop numerical skills, quality of inquiry process, thinking, Details Students use the virtual geology observer to identify features of natural scenes which are candidates for geological explanation. Some aspects of a scene are not relevant. Students experience trying to generate hypotheses about change and causal processes in a situation where they may not posses procedures or knowledge. The virtual laboratory provides a series of modules and tools present half a dozen rich geological contexts within an integrated interface.
Students select locations in which to collect data.
Tutor provides the data and enters it into appropriate data line. Student graphs data when collection phase is complete. Student is supported in entering text-based observations of the phenomenon. Also other student s observations may be heard by pressing a button to listen to observations made by earlier class members. We expect to build a variety of such Geological Modules.