Geography Reference
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geography classes. Through synergistic activities with Information and other
geography-related subjects, it is possible to create appropriate GIS teaching materials
and methods.
According to the National Curriculum Standards, the ability to effectively use
geographic information and the maps are to be a focus of geography at the junior
high through senior high school levels (Shimura
2010
). However, it should be
emphasized that the ability to effectively use geography information is not limited
to GIS. For students to acquire these skills, maps and geography textbooks are
useful teaching materials as well.
GIS effectively demonstrates data manipulation and management of large datasets
to foster an understanding of geographic information that would not have been
possible without technology. In addition, students' independent use of computers to
learn concepts and to solve problems is an important educational experience. GIS
knowledge and skills are applicable across subjects. While developing synergy with
related subjects, it is helpful to illustrate how different skills (e.g., using geographic
data, using the inquiry process) are transferable to these subjects.
Geography learning can be enriched through developing GIS resources, supporting
leaders in GIS education, and building capacity within the geography community.
Equally important is the need to support and work closely with the community of
educators and researchers who are actively involved in strengthening GIS instruction
in classrooms.
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