Moganshan, renowned for its stunning scenery and rich natural landscapes, provided the perfect setting for SUIS Gubei Grade 11 IB Geography students to undertake their Geography IA field trip accompanied by their teachers. Surrounded by rivers, forests and mountain ranges, students were able to step outside the classroom and conduct independent geographical research in a real-world environment.
莫干山风光秀丽，自然地貌资源丰富，是绝佳的地理研学之地。协和古北十一年级IB地理学子在老师们的带领下，奔赴此地开展地理IA实地考察活动。置身青山林海与溪流之间，同学们走出书本课堂，走进真实自然环境，独立开展专业的地理实地调研。
Over the course of two days, students conducted fieldwork investigations along the Panxi River as part of their Internal Assessment (IA) research. Working collaboratively in groups, students investigated both river water quality and the physical changes occurring along the river channel. Across 12 different sites, students used a variety of scientific equipment and testing methods to collect primary data. Chemical investigations included testing pH levels, turbidity and dissolved substances within the water, while physical investigations focused on measurements such as channel depth, river velocity, wetted perimeter and channel width.
为期两日的研学活动中，同学们沿着盘溪开展实地勘测，完成地理内部评估的各项调研任务。大家分组协作，系统调研河流水质状况，细致观测河道形态的自然变化。团队一共选取十二处观测点位，借助各类专业仪器与检测方式收集一手调研数据。大家不仅检测水体酸碱度、浑浊度、水中溶解物质等水质指标，还实地测量河道深度、水流流速、河岸浸水边长以及河道宽度等多项地理数据。
Although teachers were present to guide and support the students throughout the expedition, students demonstrated strong independence, competence and resilience during the data collection process. Fieldwork often presented unexpected challenges, however students showed impressive problem-solving skills and teamwork when investigations did not go according to plan. The experience encouraged students to think critically, collaborate effectively and better understand the rigours and realities of geographical research.
研学途中老师们全程随行指导、悉心协助，同学们也充分展现独立思考能力与扎实学识，凭着踏实坚韧的态度圆满完成各项数据采集任务。实地考察过程中难免遭遇各类突发问题，大家沉着冷静、积极探寻解决思路，凭借良好的团队协作高效推进调研工作。此次户外实践，不仅锻炼了同学们的批判性思维与协作能力，更让大家切身感受到地理科研工作的严谨规范与实际实操要点。
Beyond the academic component of the trip, students were also given the opportunity to connect with the natural environment and local community. Many students spent time identifying fish and bird species, observing the changing landscapes and engaging with local villagers to learn more about life in rural areas. From agricultural land to forested mountain scenery, the diversity of landscapes in Moganshan allowed students to gain a deeper appreciation of both the physical and human geography of the region.
此次莫干山研学，同学们不止深耕学术调研，更沉浸式亲近自然、融入乡土。大家细致辨识水岸林间的动植物物种，持续观察地貌风貌的细微变化，并主动与当地村民交流，真切感受淳朴的乡村风貌与乡土生活。从阡陌农田到苍翠山林，莫干山丰富多元的自然景致，让同学们对区域自然地理与人文地理，建立起更为立体、深刻的认知。
The Moganshan field trip was ultimately a great success, not only because of the valuable data students collected, but because of the important lessons they learned throughout the experience. Students developed a stronger understanding of academic honesty, scientific rigour and the importance of respecting each other, the environment and local communities. It was a memorable and enriching experience for both students and teachers, and one that we look forward to hosting again in the future.
本次莫干山地理实地研学活动圆满收官。同学们不仅采集到详实优质的一手调研数据，更在实践中收获成长与感悟。大家深刻践行学术诚信准则，夯实严谨求实的科研素养，也愈发懂得团结互助、敬畏自然、尊重本土人文的重要意义。这段充实又难忘的研学旅程，让全体师生皆受益匪浅，我们也期待未来开展更多优质的户外实践研学活动。
Written by
Ashwin Phillips, Geography HOD