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Google Earth is a website and app that allows you to see the entire globe virtually. Users can search for any place on Earth by simply typing in an address or key word. Users can also take virtual tours and see historical places in the past.
Step by Step Guide
Step by Step Guide
1. To begin using Google Earth, first you need to download the app to your phone or go to www.google.com/earth. Once you download the app or open the website page, click "Launch Google Earth" in the center of your screen.
2. Click and hold a spot on the globe to move around. Scroll with you mouse to either zoom in or zoom out another option for scrolling in or out is to click the "+" and "-" sign on the screen. You can search for the location you are looking for manually or by typing in the name or address in
3. Once you search for the location you want to go to, use the information card on the right side of the page to learn more about the place you searched.
4. Change the view by clicking the yellow man in the bottom right corner of the screen. Once you click on the yellow man, find a street that is colored blue and click on it to begin street view. Once in street view mode, click the arrows to get a better view of the area.
5. Continue to get comfortable with Google Earth by searching for other places and switching the views. When you find a place you would like to be able to get back to quickly, save in it in "My Places."
6. If you are feeling adventurous or want a new place to visit, click The small square on the far left column of the screen labeled "I'm Feeling Lucky." By clicking this, Google Earth will take you to a random place.
7. An easy way to return to the the entire globe view is to click the globe in the lower right corner of the screen.
VIDEO GUIDE
VIDEO GUIDE
FAQs
FAQs
1. Can I use Google Earth on an Adroid?
Yes, you can download the app from the app store.
2. How much does Google Earth cost?
The best thing about Google Earth is that it is absolutely free!
3. What is the difference between Google Earth and Google Maps?
Google Earth and Google Maps are very similar. The differences are that Google Maps gives you turn by turn directions while Google Earth doesn't and that Google Earth allows you to use 3D imagery and Google Maps doesn't.
4. Can I see people on Google Earth?
No, you will not be able to see people by looking up places using Google Earth. I you select "Street View" you will see images of people, but their faces will be blurred for privacy.
5. Can I use Google Earth in my classroom?
Yes, Google Earth can help you teach any lesson to your students! Google Earth can enrich any History or Geography lesson by allowing students to see what or where they are learning about.
PROS and CONS of using google earth in classroom
PROS and CONS of using google earth in classroom
PROS
- Google Earth is easy to use.
- The Google Earth app and website are both free.
- Google Earth is student friendly.
- Google Earth is very informative for students.
- Google Earth allows students to virtully visit places they are learning about.
- Google Earth is great to use for projects and lessons.
CONS
- Some students might try to search places that are not associated with the project or lesson.
- Google Earth doesn't give you direct turn by turn directions to the places you search for.
Classroom activity #1
Classroom activity #1
Subject: Social Studies U.S. History
Allow students to search for Pearl Harbor by using Google Earth. Students must answers a series of questions that include: Where did Pearl Harbor take place? Which island did it occur on? What year did it happen in?
Standard: US.4.6 Examine the causes of World War II and explain the reasons for U.S. entry into the war
CLASSROOM ACTIVITY #2
CLASSROOM ACTIVITY #2
Subject: Social Studies Grade 8
Students should use Google Earth to search for Louisiana. Students should locate and name the major rivers, the different parishes, and the major cities of Louisiana.
Standard: 8.3.1 Locate and describe the physical and political features of Louisiana
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