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Direct linkWigglesivorth, John C. – Journal of Geography, 2003
This paper summarizes a research project conducted to investigate the strategies developed by middle school students to solve a route-finding problem using Arc View GIS software. Three different types of route-finding strategies were identified. Some students were visual route-finders and used a highly visual strategy; others were logical route…
Descriptors: Middle School Students, Computer Software, Cognitive Mapping, Navigation
Peer reviewedGregg, Madeleine – Journal of Geography, 1997
Reports on a study where pairs of students in the fifth and seventh grades generated and answered questions based on maps. Results indicated that students most often generated three types of questions: (1) symbol reading, (2) inferring latitude and longitude, and (3) interpreting scale. Analyzes these questions in regard to cognitive processes.…
Descriptors: Cartography, Cognitive Processes, Content Analysis, Geography
