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Yalçinkaya, Elvan; Karaca, Ayten – Review of International Geographical Education, 2021
In this study, it was aimed to determine the effect of map skills studies conducted for secondary school students on students' academic success and to synthesize research findings. For this purpose, the results of the experimental studies were analyzed in the research by meta-analysis method. Studies within the scope of the research were survey…
Descriptors: Educational Research, Map Skills, Skill Development, Multiple Literacies
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Karakus, Ufuk; Varalan, Elif Inci – Participatory Educational Research, 2021
The purpose of this research is developing the skills of students with mild intellectual disabilities using interactive map applications (Google Maps, Yandex Maps), determining how to implement the applications, and revealing the problems encountered in practice and possible solutions in detail. The research is designed in an action research…
Descriptors: Mild Intellectual Disability, Skill Development, Social Studies, Secondary School Students
Besele, Mphekeleli; Molatseli, Khabile – Online Submission, 2022
Educational curriculum often addresses the challenges and needs of the society in which the school resides. In addition, the curriculum provides a room for schools to teach skills necessary to combat the imbalances within societies. This paper aimed at investigating whether Lesotho's Geography syllabus addresses technological challenges. The…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Geography Instruction, Geographic Information Systems, Technological Literacy
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Ineç, Zekeriya Fatih – Shanlax International Journal of Education, 2021
In this study, it was aimed to transfer Piri Reis's 1513 world map into an interactive and dynamic environment to reflect social participation and map literacy skills of pre-service social studies teachers, to determine the reflection of the skills from the views of the pre-service teachers and the information they have structured in the database.…
Descriptors: Cultural Background, Map Skills, Multiple Literacies, Preservice Teachers
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Dag, Nilgün; Aksoy, Bülent; Arslantas, Halis Adnan – Review of International Geographical Education, 2021
The aim of this study is to determine the awareness of primary teachers about the teaching of location and direction concepts. The study was designed according to a qualitative research model, and the data was collected through a semi-structured interview form developed by researchers consisting of open-ended questions. The study group consisted…
Descriptors: Elementary School Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, Geographic Concepts, Concept Teaching
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Carbonell Carrera, Carlos; Saorín, José Luis; Hess Medler, Stephany – Journal of Geography, 2018
Cartographic interpretation requires accurate spatial orientation. Two main sources of spatial knowledge acquisition inform spatial orientation ability: map-like perspective (map reading), and ground level perspective (wayfinding). The Pokémon GO game incorporates both types as players use a map to orient themselves while also moving around in the…
Descriptors: Spatial Ability, Geographic Information Systems, Computer Games, Maps
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Dönmez, Leyla – Review of International Geographical Education, 2021
The aim of this study was to analyze the attainments of map literacy skills in the 2018 Social Studies course curriculum according to the learning areas and examine the applicability of the program. The research sought answers to the following questions: 1. How is the distribution of attainments related to map literacy skills in the 2018 Social…
Descriptors: Map Skills, Skill Development, Geography Instruction, Geographic Concepts
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Hanus, Martin; Havelková, Lenka – Journal of Geography, 2019
Maps are an increasingly used source of information and it is therefore essential to develop map skills in students. A fundamental factor affecting the choice of map skills and the way they are developed is the teacher and his/her concept of map work. Based on the results of a survey and semi-structured interviews among Czech teachers, this study…
Descriptors: Map Skills, Skill Development, Teacher Attitudes, Foreign Countries
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Alhosani, Naeema Mohamed Dawood; Yagoub, M. M. – International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, 2015
The worldwide technology boom has created an information revolution. Consequently, a large number of people who previously had limited access to geographic data can now use Internet-based geographic information for a number of diverse purposes. The average person has access to geographic information for tourism, shopping, business, and even route…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Case Studies, Geography, Geographic Information Systems
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Gökçe, Nazli – Educational Sciences: Theory and Practice, 2015
Teaching skills is one of the building blocks of Turkey's Social Studies Instructional Program. Via skills, information can be effectively transformed into high-level behaviors, that information may become a part of one's daily life, and that one may make right decisions concerning major issues in his/her life. Map skills are called "spatial…
Descriptors: Social Studies, Teaching Methods, Skill Development, Foreign Countries
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Le Heron, Kiri; Andrews, Jill; Hooks, Stacey; Larnder, Michele; Le Heron, Richard – New Zealand Journal of Geography, 2000
Presents a unit on volcanoes and experiences with volcanoes that helps students develop geography skills. Focuses on four volcanoes: (1) Rangitoto Island; (2) Lake Pupuke; (3) Mount Smart; and (4) One Tree Hill. Includes an answer sheet and resources to use with the unit. (CMK)
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Foreign Countries, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction
Hantula, James – 1986
This publication contains 20 learning activities for developing basic skills while teaching about Japan at the secondary level. The activities are self-contained and each consists of a short description, followed by a five-item true or false test and five open-ended questions for student practice. The learning activities are followed by a…
Descriptors: Asian Studies, Basic Skills, Critical Thinking, Foreign Countries
Scholer, E. A.; Wills, Dudley – Journal of Outdoor Education, 1974
Some years a go, representatives of the New Zealand government recognized the need to educate people regarding the hazards of the outdoors and to teach the skills necessary for survival. The functions of the Mountain Safety Council are explained, and a typical training program is described. (KM)
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Community Involvement, Cooperative Programs, Foreign Countries
Renfrew, Tom – Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Leadership, 1997
A British project found that appropriate training in map skills enabled children and adults with mild mental retardation to complete a white color-coded orienteering course with minimal assistance but that persons with moderate mental retardation required more assistance and instruction time to complete course objectives. Describes approaches to…
Descriptors: Demonstration Programs, Disabilities, Foreign Countries, Learning Strategies
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Potgieter, Derek; Olen, Sandra – International Information and Library Review, 1993
Discussion of the educational system for black children in South Africa focuses on a project that was developed to teach map skills to elementary students. Topics addressed include unqualified teachers and the need for teacher training; producing affordable instructional materials; and spatial and visual perception skills. (Contains 12…
Descriptors: Black Students, Cost Effectiveness, Elementary Education, Equal Education
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