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Integrating ArcGIS Online and digital story mapping for active learning in systematic geography courses.

Authors :
McDaniel, Paul N.
Ingram, Ulrike
Source :
Journal of Geography in Higher Education. Sep2024, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p648-678. 31p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Amid the shift to virtual teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, educators across disciplines were faced with developing new teaching strategies for active learning and significant learning experiences. This paper discusses findings from a case study of integrating ArcGIS Online and StoryMaps for assignments and semester projects in systematic geography courses – health, population, and urban geography. The study assesses the process of incorporating the use of this technology into these upper-division undergraduate courses, with a mix of both geography and non-geography majors, and student perspectives on their learning of and engagement with this technology. With broader applications to different course, discipline, and education contexts, findings suggest increased student engagement, enhanced understanding of course topics and their practical applications, and an appreciation for the opportunity to learn within and work with geospatial technology. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03098265
Volume :
48
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Geography in Higher Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
179147233
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/03098265.2023.2267461