iSpot: Sharing nature

Introduction

This unit provides access to the iSpot website [Tip: hold Ctrl and click a link to open it in a new tab. (Hide tip)] , where you can share your observations of wildlife, whether these are descriptions or photographs.

iSpot is a social networking site that was created to encourage people to engage with nature. It is designed in a way that allows ‘beginners’ to connect with a supportive community of experts and others.

In this video Chris Packham introduces iSpot and how it can help you learn about wildlife.

This material is from our archive and is an adapted extract from S159 Neighbourhood nature, which is no longer taught by The Open University. If you want to study formally with us, you may wish to explore other courses we offer in Science.