The non-interactive forms of VFT are an inter-related collection of images, supporting text and/or other media, delivered electronically via the World Wide Web, in a format that can be professionally presented to relate the essence of a visit to a time or place.
The live links with experts on-site in real-time is a key aspect in creating a "real" experience for students.
For example, with LEARNZ virtual field trips students have asked questions of scientists in Antarctica, mining staff underground and even electrical engineers on the top of wind turbines.
Cole, Ray, Zanetis 2004 A virtual field trip for elementary learners is the opportunity to explore and see places, things, and people not normally seen on a typical classroom day.
There is a tremendous amount of information on the internet for planning virtual field trips geared towards this learning age.