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Baumann, Sarah; Arthurs, Leilani A. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2023
Topographic map-reading skills are critical for certain professions but can be difficult to learn. The purpose of this pilot study is to provide insight on the role augmented reality technology can play in the development of topographic map-reading skills. Using a situated cognition theoretical framework, this study tracks the development of…
Descriptors: Map Skills, Topography, Computer Simulation, Skill Development
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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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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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Wu, Peter Y.; Rathswohl, Eugene – Information Systems Education Journal, 2011
Business students need to develop skills in the intelligent use of information, especially spatial information, for decision-making. Geographic Information System (GIS) is a viable tool for that purpose. Yet the few GIS courses in the Information Systems curriculum offered in various business schools tend to focus on different concepts and skills.…
Descriptors: Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Ability, Decision Making, Business Administration Education
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Mosenthal, Peter B.; Kirsch, Irwin S. – Journal of Reading, 1990
Focuses on how to teach general reference cartographic maps (maps that show feature's of the earth's surface easily recognizable by most people). Notes that the content of general reference maps can best be understood in terms of the structure of simple lists. (RS)
Descriptors: Cartography, Elementary Secondary Education, Map Skills, Maps
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Ungar, S.; And Others – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 1997
Two experiments investigated the ability of 10 children with congenital blindness, 16 with residual vision, and 33 sighted children to estimate distances from a tactile map. Results found the children with visual impairments performed less well than sighted children; however, after training in how to calculate distances they improved. (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Children, Educational Strategies, Map Skills, Maps
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Nelson, Susan L. – Journal of Geography, 1980
Designates steps to be taken at all stages of the map production process from planning to printing. Pointers include making sure that the map is essential rather than purely decorative; considering the audience for whom the map is intended; determining the primary message that the map is intended to convey; and considering the dimensions of the…
Descriptors: Cartography, Educational Objectives, Geographic Concepts, Guidelines
Fridley Independent School District 14, Minn. – 1973
The program of map and globe study skills for elementary social studies contains two parts: primary level for grades 1-2 and intermediate level for grades 3-6. Concepts of the units include maps as geographical representations; maps as symbols; directions; astronomical maps; city and world maps; and scales and measurement, among others. Each…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Guides, Elementary Education
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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
Sobel, David – 1998
The current crisis in geography education has spawned several books on mapmaking, many of which advocate either recitation and drill or a conceptual top-down model that ignores children's interests. Maintaining that there is no substitute for hands-on experience, this book presents an alternative model. The initial emphasis is on local projects…
Descriptors: Art Products, Cartography, Elementary Education, Geography Instruction
Carswell, Ronald J. B. – 1970
Although over 40 studies have been done since 1925 on map reading, there is little understanding of children's ability to comprehend maps or the mental processes involved. Children's inability to read maps is well document, as are their improved skills after instruction. Yet map skills are part of the elementary curriculum. Success in teaching map…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Elementary School Students, Map Skills, Maps
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Johnson, Peter – Social Education, 1994
Asserts that teaching principles and concepts related to global time is a test of student comprehension and an instructor's teaching ability. Describes how teachers can create an International Date Line Wheel for classroom demonstration purposes. Includes 11 figures illustrating how to make and use the wheel. (CFR)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Elementary Secondary Education, Geographic Concepts, Geographic Location
Washington Office of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Olympia. Office for Equity Education. – 1984
Geography skills for elementary and secondary grades are outlined in this teacher's guide. The teaching and learning of geography skills is a developmental process. Once introduced and understood, skills must be used repeatedly and in different situations if they are to become part of the students' equipment for learning. A planned program for…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Geography Instruction, Locational Skills (Social Studies)
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Muehrcke, Phillip – Journal of Geography, 1978
Discusses shortcomings of conventional maps and examines how to transform map geography to provide more functional cartographic illustrations. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Cartography, Elementary Secondary Education, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction
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