Abstract
Kite aerial photography (KAP) is proposed as a creative tool for geography field
teaching and as a medium to approach the complexity of readily available geodata. The method can be integrated as field experiment, surveying technique or group activity. The acquired aerial images can instantaneously be integrated in geographic information systems and used for reflection and discussion. The use of KAP in field teaching aims at conveying spatial perception and observational skills in real environments to later enable students to interpret remotely sensed data from a nadir perspective. KAP thus allows adding a new vantage point to the fieldwork experience.
teaching and as a medium to approach the complexity of readily available geodata. The method can be integrated as field experiment, surveying technique or group activity. The acquired aerial images can instantaneously be integrated in geographic information systems and used for reflection and discussion. The use of KAP in field teaching aims at conveying spatial perception and observational skills in real environments to later enable students to interpret remotely sensed data from a nadir perspective. KAP thus allows adding a new vantage point to the fieldwork experience.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Journal of Geography in Higher Education |
Vol/bind | 38 |
Udgave nummer | 3 |
Sider (fra-til) | 425-430 |
ISSN | 0309-8265 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - jul. 2014 |