[IDZ Teen] July 16tth
Since I have always been extremely interested the field of paleontology, I have obtained a great deal of knowledge of the subject prior to my participation here in “I Dig Zambia” this summer, but I did learn more exclusively about the early Permian and some of the specific therapsids in which our scientists are recovering from Zambia from that period. Looking back over these past two weeks in BioSync, I would still have to say my favorite experience here has to have been going behind the scenes and observing first hand what goes into making the museum and all its expeditions work.
Personally, I deeply believe that every ounce of knowledge is of value and I know that everything I have picked up while attending this camp will be of further use to me at some point in my life, possibly even in the near future, whether that be the computer skills from Second Life, or the scientific information that motivated me to come back for more in the first place. I would definitely say that learning on Second Life is- by far- one of the most interesting ways I've had the chance to study the fields of science and paleontology, even when compared to the many other learning experiences I have been involved with in the Field Museum.
The way I see it, the only con to having learned this way is that I will miss being here with everyone I have met, (both years), and having worked so closely with everyone. My entire time here has been an absolute pleasure and in general has been a unique and unforgettable learning experience. :)
~Jessica
