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Viewpoint geosites and their potential for geoeducation and geotourism

Public recreation and landscape protection - with environment hand in hand…, 2022
Viewpoint geosites are locations which allow observation of the surrounding landscape and comprehension of geodiversity (or Earth history recorded in rocks, structures and landforms) visible from this locality.
Kubalíková, Lucie
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Frasassi Caves and Surroundings: A Special Vehicle for the Geoeducation and Dissemination of the Geological Heritage in Italy

Geosciences, 2022
One of the most fascinating aspects of the work of geologist lies in knowing how to read the physical landscape as an expression of the geological and geomorphological phenomena that shaped the Earth’s relief over time. The necessity to disseminate these
Piero Farabollini, Fabrizio Bendia
exaly   +3 more sources

Geoheritage of the Precious Opal Bearing Zone in Libanka Mining District (Slovakia) and Its Geotourism and Geoeducation Potential

Land, 2022
The northern part of the Slanské Vrchy Mountains, in Slovakia, within the territory of Dubnik Opal Mines, is considered to be the historical source of opal, including the opal known to the Romans. Dubnik precious opal mineralization originating from post-
Lubomír Štrba
exaly   +3 more sources

Report of 4GEON: A Project of Four Continents Connected Through Playful Geoeducation [PDF]

Geoconservation Research, 2022
IGCP project No. 751 focuses on educational and ‘fun’ aspects of geoconservation, and its first year experienced the exchange of information between the geoparks of Central and Eastern Europe, Asia, South America and Africa.
Taiwo Lasisi, Martina Pásková, Radek Mikuláš   +2 more
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Discovering the Earth: Design and Implementation of Geoeducation Strategies and Their Social Impact in Rural Areas of Chicamocha Canyon: Case Study at Instituto Valle Del Río De Oro, Piedecuesta (Colombia)

International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks
This study focuses on designing and implementing geoeducation programs at Instituto Valle del Río de Oro in Piedecuesta, Colombia. These programs aim to enhance academic understanding of local geology while integrating heritage values to maximize ...
Laura Juliana García-Cala, Leinys Carolina Vega-Angarita, Carlos Alberto Ríos-Reyes, Luz Stella Viviescas-Beltrán   +3 more
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The Basaltic Monogenetic Volcanic Field of the Bakony–Balaton UNESCO Global Geopark, Hungary: From Science to Geoeducation and Geotourism [PDF]

Geoconservation Research, 2023
As a part of the long-standing volcanism of the Carpathian–Pannonian Region, a basaltic monogenetic volcanic field developed here from 8–2.3 Ma. This is a specific type of volcanism, when mostly a small volume of magma erupts intermittently and always in
Szabolcs Harangi, Barnabás Korbély
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Virtual Fossils for Widening Geoeducation Approaches: A Case Study Based on the Cretaceous Sites of Figueira Da Foz (Portugal) and Tamajón (Spain)

Geosciences, 2023
Accessible palaeontological sites conform highly adequate out-of-school environments for meaningful learning experiences regarding formal and non-formal teaching of geosciences.
Senay Ozkaya de Juanas, Pedro M. Callapez, Melani Berrocal-Casero   +2 more
exaly   +3 more sources

Sustainable Design for Geotourism Interpretation Centres: Enhancing the Santa Elena Peninsula Geopark Project Experience

Heritage
Geosites represent important elements of geoheritage for promoting geotourism sustainable practices aimed at education and conservation. The Santa Elena Peninsula Geopark Project has several locations with geological, cultural and historical richness and
Gilda Rubira-Gómez, Jenifer Malavé-Hernández, María Jaya-Montalvo, Jimmy Candell-Soto, Jhon Caicedo-Potosí, Bethy Merchán-Sanmartín, Maribel Aguilar-Aguilar, Fernando Morante-Carballo   +7 more
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Geotourism in Monogenetic Volcanoes: The Case of Tapias-Guacaica Monogenetic Volcanic Field in Colombia

Heritage
Geosciences today play a vital societal role beyond their traditional extractive functions, offering innovative approaches to disseminate knowledge that supports local problem solving and climate resilience.
Alejandro Arias-Díaz, Erika Ibargüen-Angulo, Hugo Murcia, Susana Osorio-Ocampo, Gina Bolaños-Cabrera, Luis Alvaro Botero-Gómez, Ana Riascos-Hurtado   +6 more
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Assessment of Geoeducation Program for Indigenous Students in Kenyir Geopark, Terengganu, Malaysia

Geoconservation Research
Kenyir Geopark in Terengganu, Malaysia, was recognized as the country's ninth national geopark on May 30, 2023. Many stakeholders are now prepared to support conservation and development efforts in the geopark area.
Norhayati Ab Manaf, Dony Adryansyah Nazaruddin   +1 more
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