Development of Mobile Virtual Field Trips in Ijen Crater Geosites Based on 3600 Auto Stereoscopic and Geospatial Technology as Geography Learning Media

Abstract

The Covid-19 pandemic limits the space for teachers and students in the Geography learning process, thus affecting the achievement of the competencies and capabilities of geography students. The purpose of this research is to develop Ijen Geosites Mobile virtual field trip (M-VFTs) media to help facilitate Geography learning. This study aims to develop Ijen Crater Geosites based on Mobile Virtual Field Trips media based on 3600 Auto Stereoscopic and Geospatial Technology. This research is included in research and development by adopting the PLOMP model. The results obtained consist of making M-VFTs related to the Ijen Geosites study with interactive informative access that can be easily accessed by users. The results of this study can relate the risk of limitations in obtaining information during actual visits, especially in learning geography, so that it can help students learn to be active, independent and meaningful through observation and exploration activities.

Mobile Virtual Field Trip and Geography Education: Potential Exploration of Complex Problem Solving and Spatial Intelligence Capabilities

“…M-VGFT provides an immersive experience because it seems to be directly involved in a natural environment [17], [18]. In the COVID-19 pandemic limiting students in outdoor study activities and field trips, M-VGFT is the right solution to overcome limitations [5]. The M-VGFT uses VR glasses and a headset with a safe and interactive 360 projection environment [19].…”

“…M-VGFT students' ability to identify problems through the stages of problem statements made by the teacher in the learning process [20]. Students explore the geological site on Mount Ijen to observe the morphology of the volcano and its constituent rocks by source material from volcanism [5]. M-VGFT develops positive thoughts, generates new ideas and evaluative abilities, and facilitates students to collect and process data and verify it virtually.…”

“…Digital learning media is a form of technology integration to facilitate understanding and authentic experience of abstract material. The Covid-19 pandemic is an obstacle for students in getting field experience in Geography studies; however, virtual field trip technology can be a solution [5]. Students explore, determine methods, analyze, present problems [6] and perform spatial analysis can be facilitated by virtual technology by visualizing natural aspects of the field [7].…”

“…M-VGFT is an answer to maintaining the quality of Geography learning so that it does not reduce students' competencies and capabilities in learning during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Currently, the safety and security of students come first, thus requiring students not to go to the field to prevent the spread of the virus [5]. In addition, learning activities in the field require a lot of time and money so the M-VGFT can streamline learning activities.…”

Development of Web-Based Virtual Reality as Media Learning for Baluran Conservation Area with Geographical Characteristics

“…As a formative assessment, this questionnaire was adapted from as stated in Ref. [30], emphasizing the description of the material based on the Geography characteristics of Baluran National Park and the flexibility of the use of media. Furthermore, formative assessment data was taken to get responses from students and teachers.…”