Google Earth (Introduction)
NATIONAL TECHNOLOGY STANDARDS:
6. Technology Operations and Concepts
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. Students:
a. understand and use technology systems.
b. select and use applications effectively and productively.
c. troubleshoot systems and applications.
d. transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies.
OBJECTIVE:
Students will watch an eight minute tutorial video defining the elements that are used to create the Google House (pictured above).
LEARNING TARGETS:
GRADES 5-6: I can use basic tools in the Google Earth application to find a satellite image.
GRADES 7-8: I can use advanced tools to measure a ground object.
GRADES 9-12: I can use more advanced tools to create a tour.
DIRECTIONS:
- Watch the YouTube video(s) posted below.
- Try to execute the Measure and Draw commands are presented.
SUBMITTED WORK:
This work will be evaluated by Teacher Observation.
LATE WORK/MAKE-UP ASSIGNMENT:
If you are absent from school or do not complete the assignment on time, you must see Mr. Lesnansky for Make-Up instructions. (NOTE: A point deduction may be enforced for late work not due to an excused absence.)
FURTHER STUDY AND ENRICHMENT:
- Use the Search Bar to find other places that you are interested in studying?
- Can you measure ground objects?