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Google Earth is a dynamic virtual globe that allows users to explore our planet through maps, terrains, and 3-D imagery. Ideal for educational and personal use, it enhances lesson plans and provides a wealth of information for all ages and skill levels. Users can travel through history, embark on virtual field trips, and conduct research with ease. Google Earth is free, constantly evolving, and encourages independent learning as well as group projects. With practice, navigation becomes intuitive, making every exploration not just educational but also enjoyable.
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Google Earth By: 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 pluses • Easy to install; can be used on computers, tablets and wireless devices • Unlimited wealth of information • Useable by various age groups and skill levels • Available for free • Great for personal or educational use • Allows access to the whole world • Educational and fun • Constantly evolving
Good for teachers… • Use to enhance lesson plans • Provides research information • Use for professional development • Allows independent student work • Can be an instructional tool • Possible virtual field trips • Add to personal knowledge base • Multidisciplinary uses • Whole class projects
Good for students… • Navigation becomes easier with practice • Students become researchers • Better understanding through exploration and 3-D imagery • Enhances learning in all subjects • Create personal projects • Fun alternative to other activities • Travel the world • Work in groups or independently • Link to install: Google Earth