The potential of the SMART learning framework to design and implement geospatial curricula in the secondary classroom

This study investigates the didactic educational use of Web GIS in the framework of SMART learning and its potential to help students’ practice geospatial thinking. Using qualitative, exploratory action research methods, four classroom experiences were designed, developed, implemented, and analyzed....

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Autores: Buzo Sánchez, Isaac, Mínguez, Carmen, Lázaro Torres, María Luisa de
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Fecha de publicación:2023
País:España
Institución:Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia
Repositorio:e-spacio. Repositorio Institucional de la UNED
Idioma:inglés
OAI Identifier:oai:e-spacio.uned.es:20.500.14468/29888
Acceso en línea:https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14468/29888
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:54 Geografía
Geography
competencies
spatial thinking
education
cartography
Web GIS
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Sumario:This study investigates the didactic educational use of Web GIS in the framework of SMART learning and its potential to help students’ practice geospatial thinking. Using qualitative, exploratory action research methods, four classroom experiences were designed, developed, implemented, and analyzed. The findings support the claims that the use of Web GIS facilitates geographic knowledge and enhances spatial and digital competencies and skills. Additionally, in line with the SMART framework and perspective on learning, these findings indicate that such classroom approaches promote autonomous learning, is adaptable in diverse settings, and is motivating for students.