Best Teaching Practices
Best Teaching Practices
The following list is includes best teaching practices for the use of GPS-enabled Tablet PCs and handhelds. The purpose of the list is to help in seamless transitions to the use of these technologies in the field.
Design Practices:
• Focus on the goals of the exercise, rather than the use of the technology.
• Utilize the exercise as an opportunity to discuss the strengths and limitations of technology in terms of scale, accuracy, and precision.
• Include students, if possible, in the design of sampling strategies and data dictionaries prior to fieldwork.
• Consider simplifying ArcGIS toolbars to make interfaces more accessible to students.
• Recall that you may be able to add to a data set each time you run the exercise (create temporal data) to enhance the analysis of the data over time.
Logistical Practices:
• Test exercises before giving them to students.
• Solicit IT support early-on and, if possible, ask to have an IT staff member dedicated to your class.
• Continue to provide hard copies of all assignments and instructions.
• Allow ample time for completion of the fieldwork.
• Utilize a TA, if possible, to test exercises and assist with questions in the field.
• Consider having an introductory student test the exercise, too.
• Cache data sources and/or pre-load data to avoid overwhelming servers with simultaneous downloads.
• Be aware of low signal areas or adjust the PDOP on units before going into the field.
• Bring extra batteries, styluses, screen protectors, etc.
• Bring large (gallon size) Ziploc baggies to protect instruments from rain.
• Carry copies of back-up files in case originals get modified or corrupted.
• Once students begin an exercise, position yourself in a place that is visible to as many students as possible.
• Have a back-up plan in case you need to abandon the exercise.
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