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This is the home page for Earthmaps.com. The primary objective of this site is to provide access to variety of earth science data, books, and map tools from many individuals, companies, and organizations. The service is free, but the books, data products, maps and tools are for sale. Earthmaps.com provides a short description of the products available, along with a link to the vendor. This site also ... Full description.
Grade level: Middle (6-8), High (9-12), Graduate / Professional
Resource type: Computer activity, Guide for field trip, Clearinghouse, Software
Subject: Physical geography, Geology, Mineralogy or petrology
 
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In this exercise from SERC's Starting Point, students measure a topographic and geologic cross-section across a floodplain by simple surveying and auguring techniques. This example demonstrates how basic GIS elements can enhance learning by adding spatial context and introducing mapping techniques. GIS elements encourage students to consider the spatial context of field observations, introduce GPS ... Full description.
Grade level: College (13-14), College (15-16)
Resource type: Computer activity, Lab activity, Assessment / Evaluation, Imagery - remotely sensed, Map, Ref. material, Software
Subject: Educational theory and practice, Geologic time, Geology, Hydrology, Soil science
 
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