It seems that Google maps mashups are some of the most popular and most easily accessible mashups available. In fact, map mashups were created by Paul Rademacher, a man who now works for Google (after hacking into Google maps site to create this technology). Rademacher's profile can be found at
http://www.technologyreview.com/TR35/Profile.aspx?Cand=T&TRID=437
In the article, "Use Google Map Mashups in K-12 Education" Jeffrey Branzburg identifies specific tools such as Gmaps Pedometer, Google Planimeter, YourGMap, The NYC Interactive Transit Map, and Earthquakes in the Last Week as very effective resources in the K-12 setting. Check them out they are very interesting! The article can be found at
http://www.techlearning.com/showArticle.php?articleID=187002846
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Hi Ahenryst,
I viewed both sites that you posted and can certainly see the many possibilities for media specialists/teachers in utilizing this technology. I have used maps as a classroom teacher in the past to locate countries, their capitals, geographical sites, places of interest,etc. However, such Map Mashups afford students the opportunity to apply critical thinking skills not only related to a particular subject but on an interdisciplinary level as well. The TechLearning site is a valuable resource which I have bookmarked.
Thanks,
Melodee
WoW!!! Great article. This was really interesting and helpful. The activities the author suggested are great. I have recently found out that I am going back in the classroom next year until my library is built. I have a smartbaord in my classroom so I am really looking forward to doing some of the suggested lessons with my students. Thanks.
Hello Again,
I viewed your resources and found YourGMap very interesting. It would of been a great tool for my math class to use in their rate and distance project.
I did notice the step by step procedure is alittle hard therefore I would not use this site for students younger than fifth grade.
But, very motivating for students to get their flow on.
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