I’ve been interested in the idea of doing a virtual field trip with my students but hadn’t previously had time to explore the idea or select a destination for us to visit virtually. I found dozens of expeditions that look promising on the list in this week’s sandbox, but I was most excited about the expedition to Antarctica. I know that my students would be fascinated by the breathtaking images and the information shared about Antarctica’s environment, wildlife (penguins and leopard seals), the continent as a tourist destination, its history, and its future. I decided to utilize my new QR code creation skills in sharing the link:).
July 2, 2020 at 11:28 am
Hi Grey!
You and I are definitely on the same page, but on opposite ends of the world. I agree, students will love these virtual field trips. Many of us are in the same situation, it is a struggle to find time to explore / figure out how best to utilize new tools. This week’s tools were quick and easy, who knew?! I love the images of wildlife in Antarctica.
Kate
July 2, 2020 at 11:30 am
I am so sorry Gray – not Grey! Usually spell check catches my typos! I wanted to go back and fix it, but couldn’t edit the post, ugh. I apologize 🙂
July 2, 2020 at 4:57 pm
Kate-
No worries! I even respond to Gary;).
-Gray
July 3, 2020 at 11:28 am
Gray,
What a great idea to use a QR code to link to the virtual tour! Thank you for sharing the Antarctica virtual tour, I love the pictures and provided information. I know I won’t go there myself because it is way too cold.
Fanny
July 6, 2020 at 3:52 pm
Thanks, Fanny!
July 6, 2020 at 1:43 pm
I love the idea of using QR codes for interactive and fun educational opportunities. It gives us an opportunity to show kids some positive uses for their phones and to increase interest in exploration and learning by making it more fun, interactive, and technologically friendly. I think updating our educational tools to reflect what youth are using in their every day lives helps to reinforce the practical importance of learning and how it applies to them.
July 6, 2020 at 3:52 pm
Thanks, Mary!
July 7, 2020 at 3:54 pm
What an awesome (and inexpensive!) way to take the students somewhere they have never been. We frequently talk in education about students’ prior knowledge and experiences and how they are not on a level playing field with one another. I think these virtual field trips can even it out a little bit by allowing our students to have a kind of, sort of experience rather than nothing at all.
July 7, 2020 at 4:47 pm
Rana,
I hadn’t considered that field trips like these can serve the level the playing field, but you’re absolutely correct! Great point:)
-Gray