ERIC Number: EJ831458
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009-Mar
Pages: 9
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ISSN: ISSN-0887-2376
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A Land-Use-Planning Simulation Using Google Earth
Bodzin, Alec M.; Cirucci, Lori
Science Scope, v32 n7 p30-38 Mar 2009
Google Earth (GE) is proving to be a valuable tool in the science classroom for understanding the environment and making responsible environmental decisions (Bodzin 2008). GE provides learners with a dynamic mapping experience using a simple interface with a limited range of functions. This interface makes geospatial analysis accessible and feasible for classroom use. Therefore, the authors developed a four week land-use-change curricular unit in which students use geospatial information technology tools including GE and other remotely sensed images to investigate modern-day land-use issues and land-use change over time. (Contains 3 figures and an activity worksheet.)
Descriptors: Maps, Information Technology, Land Use, Planning, Environmental Education, Computer Uses in Education, Simulation, Science Instruction, Units of Study, Secondary School Science, Urban Areas, Content Area Writing, Public Speaking, Learning Activities
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Middle Schools
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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