Plotting Your Trip
Session Description:
Google Maps and Google Earth provide incredible, interactive views of our world. Using these tools in the classroom allows students to explore the world around them and to analyze the relationship between people, boundaries, and landscape. Maps and Earth also allow students and teachers to create in a collaborative and highly interactive environment. Learn how to use this powerful and engaging tool in your classroom, starting with the basics, and take your content beyond the four walls of your classroom. Newcomers and experienced users alike are welcome.
Session Resources:
- Where I went this Summer Vacation Form
- Google Form (Responses)
- My Map Example
- Sample Lesson: World Languages Field Trip
Other Resources:
- New Google Earth Online
- Google Expeditions
- Google Tour Creator
- Google Tour Builder
- Google Lit Trips
- Geosheets Add On
- Mapping Sheets Add On Reference
Resources from Other Presenters:
- Explore & Create with Google Maps - Nate Kellogg
- Google My Maps Cheat Sheet - Jennifer Judkins