A Beginners Guide to Running a Virtual Fieldtrip

Explore practical insights and tips for conducting virtual fieldtrips in this informative webinar presented by Gary Hampson and Lidia Lonergan from Imperial College London. Learn from their experience of converting an 8-day physical fieldtrip to the Spanish Pyrenees into a virtual format for 35 MSc students. Discover how to set expectations, prepare and adapt materials, and implement effective teaching and assessment methods for online field experiences. Gain valuable knowledge on what strategies proved successful and which challenges to anticipate when organizing virtual geological excursions. Perfect for educators planning to lead virtual fieldtrips in the near future, this presentation offers a candid look at the process of transitioning from traditional to digital field education.