Category: GIS in schools
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Overwhelming Options for the Classroom
Because I live near New Orleans, many of my house guests want a taste of the French Quarter when they visit. We stop by the usual spots often and try to accommodate special requests. On my most recent trek to the quarter with my Missouri visitors, I discovered a little bookstore shown in the photo.… Read more
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Boldly Going Were No Maps Have Gone Before
Some critics say the online mapping tools and free mapping tools are like chasing a moving target. Well, warm up your running shoes and pack extra arrows in your quiver, because the latest version of ArcGIS Explorer Online is worth the effort to chase it down! Those of you who have been involved with the… Read more
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Twinkies: A Reason to Use Maps in PE Class
Have a look at this cool map interface! You can map snack foods as well as the nutritional choices as they relate to calories and physical activity. What a great way to get students involved with the outdoors and have a snack! Check it out at http://maps.esri.com/AGSFlex_Demos/TwinkieMap/! http://gisined.blogspot.com http://www.barbareeduke.com Read more
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ArcGIS Explorer Online How-To Guide
If you’re searching for a nice how-to document on using the Esri ArcGIS Explorer Online tool, then point your browser over to the University of Redlands. They have done a nice job with most of the basic functions that you would want to use with students. http://www.institute.redlands.edu/lens/downloads/guides/ArcGIS_Explorer_Online_extended_quickguide.pdf http://gisined.blogspot.com http://www.barbareeduke.com Read more
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NCGE Webinars: Feb. & March
We’re excited about the new year of live webinars! We are endeavoring to include all facets of NCGE into the program. The Webinar Task Force encourages you to discuss with your committees great additions for our program. Participation is so simple. Just use your internet browser to go to the webinar address, type in… Read more
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Problem Solving with GIS: Devil’s Lake, ND
It’s no secret that GIS is an excellent geography problem solving tool. I recently saw this Accuweather video about Devil’s Lake, ND. I couldn’t help but think about how students might use this to predict possible solutions for this small community faced with a big problem, water with no where to go. The lake has… Read more
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Using Web GIS in the Classroom
NCGE Live Webinar Series Topic: Using Web GIS in the Classroom. Presenter: Joseph Kerski, ESRI, Geographer and Education Manager Date: Tuesday 31 August 2010 Time: 4PM Eastern, 3PM Central, 2PM Mountain, 1PM Pacific, 12PM Alaska, 10AM Hawaii Cost: Free for Members, $20 for Non-Members Description: Today’s Web-based Geographic Information Systems have become powerful tools to… Read more
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New Curriculum on the Horizon!
I’m working with the fine folks at GISetc to bring you two new curriculum products: one for elementary students and the other integrating geospatial technologies into English Language Arts! Coming this June! http://gisined.blogspot.com http://www.barbareeduke.com Read more
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Sketch-a-Map in the Classroom Part 1: Finding Mark Twain in English Class
With a myriad of tools at a teacher’s disposal, knowing which ones offer the most bang for the buck is essential. I recently read some online discussions and articles on the benefits and challenges of interactive white boards that got my attention, wouldn’t it be nice to have that a similar tool without the extra… Read more
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Virtually Speaking
I’ve spent this week with my colleagues, GISetc, at the Region 11 Virtual Technology Conference. It’s been a great opportunity to see many speakers in a new venue for me. We did two live presentations and several demo sessions on GIS in Education and GIS tools. Stop by and visit the virtual booth or check… Read more