GIS Examples and ITGS lesson ideas
GIS (Geographic Information Systems) examples for the ITGS classroom: learn about endangered species, natural disasters, and the environment.
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Use Google Earth Pro to teach GIS (for free!)
Geographical Information Systems (GIS) are an important part of the ITGS syllabus, and now Google Earth Pro, once a $399 licence, is now available for free.
How Google Maps Works
Google’s “Ground Truth” project is responsible for creating all the mapping data used by the company’s products. The Atlantic gained exclusive access to the company […]
Online interactive crime maps
Online crime maps are nothing new. The UK police has them, and the US is served by several sites, including some like Family Watchdog that […]
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) – Grade 12 Revision
ESRI, a leading producer of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), has some interesting examples on their web site which can be very useful for ITGS lessons. […]