Evaluation of high–altitude balloons as a learning technology. (2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Straub, Jeremy
• Is Part Of: International journal of learning technology. Volume 10:Number 1(2015)
• Page Start: 94
• Page End: 110
• Publication Date: 2015
• Subjects: high–altitude ballooning -- near–space exploration -- aerospace engineering education -- high–altitude balloons -- learning technology; Learning -- Periodicals; Instructional systems -- Periodicals; 371.3
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1477-8386

Abstract

The utility of high–altitude balloons as a learning technology to facilitate education in several disciplines is considered in this paper. The role that a high–altitude balloon can play as a learning technology is discussed and its utility in this role is considered. The need for a formal design framework for high–altitude ballooning is also discussed. A framework for the assessment of high–altitude ballooning in supporting an undergraduate–level course is evaluated and an assessment using this framework is conducted. The paper concludes with a discussion of techniques that can be used to broaden access to high–altitude ballooning in education.