Fieldwork in our grounds

Learning goal: Carry out simple fieldwork in the grounds.

Words to use

WordMeaning
fieldworkFinding out about a place by observing it there.
observationSomething noticed by looking carefully.
tallyOne mark for each thing counted; group marks in fives.
dataInformation collected to answer a question.

A method to use

  1. Agree the question, route, boundaries and roles.
  2. Observe one feature at a time.
  3. Make one tally mark per object.
  4. Return, count the marks and check the total.

Point, speak, draw, type or write. Check your evidence.

Use the paper tally sheet outdoors. Leave devices indoors. If fieldwork cannot happen, use the labelled practice tally and mark your work PRACTICE.