WEBINAR: Using Virtual Landscapes for Remote Teaching

Tuesday, June 30, 2020, 1:00pm ET
Virtual

Using Virtual Landscapes for Remote Teaching
Tuesday, June 30, 2020, 1 PM Eastern

https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6837257389718161163

About this Webinar:

The Virtual Landscapes Project (https://www.see.leeds.ac.uk/virtual-landscapes/) uses the Unity 3D game engine to create screen based simulations of real and imagined landscapes, and interactive 3D block models of geologic and topographic maps.  It aims to enhance the training students receive in geological field and map skills, and to develop 3D visualization skills. This webinar demonstrates how virtual landscapes can be used in the online geoscience classroom to recreate aspects of geologic mapping training and augment understanding of how rock units are represented on geologic maps.

In addition to the regular webinar looking at the uses of the Virtual Landscapes, the presenters will do a follow up hands-on session two days later that will give participants a chance to explore the different virtual landscapes and their potential uses for themselves in a mentored (virtual) setting.  This is a great opportunity to explore the Virtual Landscapes the way your students would experience them.

This webinar is offered by the Geological Society of America and the National Association of Geoscience Teachers. IRIS is a promotional partner for this webinar series.

Presenters:

Jacqueline Houghton, University of Leeds
Mark Helper, University of Texas at Austin