Rockd vs Vumba

Explore, learn about, and document your geologic surroundings! Whether you are a professional geoscientist or curious about the rocks around you and the stories they tell, Rockd allows you to explore and learn about the geologic record, contribute your own observations, and log your journey through the geologic record. Features: - Instant access to geologic and geographic summaries of your current location via a Dashboard - Interactive global access to more than 290 geologic maps, with more being added weekly - Explore the landscape with a dynamic, 3D virtual globe - Save maps for use in the field with a built-in map caching system - See your past location and explore paleogeographic maps from C.R. Scotese and GPlates - View Macrostrat stratigraphic columns where available (beta) - Explore published literature containing mentions of mapped geologic units (when available) via xDD (formerly, GeoDeepDive) - Elevation data for most points on Earth from digital elevation models (DEMs) - Add your own field observations even offline; tag features from Macrostrat and the Paleobiology Database - Record strike/dip or trend/plunge for geologic features, using your phone's compass - Track your progress through the geologic record privately, or share it with others - See the public activity of other users and share your own and other public checkins using unique URLs Rockd is produced by the Macrostrat lab in the Department of Geoscience at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. Support provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Dept. of Geoscience. Experiencing issues? Send an email to contact@rockd.org and we will do our best to help you resolve it.

Vumba Mobile App for Educators The Vumba Mobile App is an innovative, user-friendly application designed specifically for educators to streamline the delivery of programs, track attendance, and progress of participants. This app integrates seamlessly with the Vumba webapp platform, providing a comprehensive suite of tools and features to enhance the educational experience for both educators and program participants. Key Features: a. Schedule Management: • Schedule Overview: Educators can easily see at a glance all upcoming lessons and activities they have, with onec click downloading of teaching resources. • Site Overviews: Utilize the interactive site maps to see where lessons and activities will be delivered, and navigate to the sites with ease. b. Attendance Tracking: • Real-Time Attendance: Track student attendance in real-time with a simple check-in feature. Educators can go beyond simple Absent / Present and can mark attendees as Late for more accurate reporting c. Progress Tracking: • Class List Tracking: Access class lists to log skills and notes data against individuals or in bulk for the entire class, in real time, while conducting the Lesson or Activity. d. Resource Management: • Lesson and Activity Library: Access all assigned Lessons and Activities in one space, allowing for easy downloading of resources and planning of program activities and lessons. • Cloud Storage: Securely access course materials and student data in the cloud, ensuring accessibility and data protection. e. User-Friendly Interface: • Intuitive Design: The app features an intuitive, user-friendly interface that makes navigation and usage straightforward for educators of all tech proficiency levels. • Mobile Optimized: Optimized for mobile devices, the app ensures a seamless experience across smartphones, allowing educators to manage their programs on-the-go. f. Integration and Compatibility: • Seamless Integration: Fully integrated with the Vumba webapp platform, the mobile app ensures synchronization of data and smooth operation across both platforms. Benefits: • Enhanced Efficiency: Streamline administrative tasks, allowing educators to focus more on teaching and participant engagement. • Improved Participant Outcomes: Track and support participant progress effectively, leading to better educational outcomes. • Flexible Learning: Support diverse learning styles and schedules with mobile access to course materials and tools. • Data-Driven Insights: Leverage detailed analytics and reports to make informed decisions and improve program effectiveness.