Google EarthBy: Amanda Ross

NETS Standard: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving and Decision Making

missouri western state university.kmz

What is Google Earth?A virtual globe with maps, terrains, 3-D

buildings and satellite imagery

Explore the Earth, sky, oceans, moon and planets

Travel back in history

Add layers of discovery to locations

Google Earth: The plusesEasy to install; can be used on computers,

tablets and wireless devicesUnlimited wealth of information

Useable by various age groups and skill levels

Available for freeGreat for personal or educational use

Allows access to the whole world Educational and funConstantly evolving

Good for teachers…Use to enhance lesson plansProvides research informationUse for professional developmentAllows independent student workCan be an instructional toolPossible virtual field tripsAdd to personal knowledge baseMultidisciplinary usesWhole class projects

Good for students…Navigation becomes easier with practiceStudents become researchersBetter understanding through exploration

and 3-D imageryEnhances learning in all subjectsCreate personal projectsFun alternative to other activitiesTravel the worldWork in groups or independentlyLink to install: Google Earth