Effectiveness of mobile apps in teaching field-based identification skills

It has been suggested that few students graduate with the skills required for many ecological careers, as field-based learning is said to be in decline in academic institutions. Here, we asked if mobile technology could improve field-based learning, using ability to identify birds as the study metri...

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Published in:	Journal of biological education Vol. 51; no. 2; pp. 136 - 143
Main Authors:	Thomas, Rebecca L., Fellowes, Mark D. E.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	London Routledge 03.04.2017 Taylor & Francis Ltd
Subjects:	Animals Computer Oriented Programs Conventional Instruction Educational Technology Experiential Learning Field Experience Programs Field-based teaching Foreign Countries Handheld Devices identification skills Influence of Technology Likert Scales mobile apps Portable computers Program Effectiveness Questionnaires Science Instruction smartphone devices Statistical Analysis Student Attitudes Students Teaching Methods teaching/learning strategies technology in teaching Technology Uses in Education Telecommunications Textbooks Undergraduate Students United Kingdom (England)
ISSN:	0021-9266, 2157-6009
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