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NCSS Mapping Tools
This document provides an overview of various mapping tools that can be integrated into social studies classrooms, including Google Earth, Google Maps, David Rumsey's Historical Maps, National Geographic Education mapping tools, Newspaper Map, StrataLogica, Historypin, Animaps, Scribble Maps, Target Maps, Show World, zombie-based learning tools from www.zombiebased.com, and resources from the Arizona Geographic Alliance. It recommends starting with a few tools, adding more gradually, being willing to try alternative approaches if something doesn't work well, letting students provide feedback, and choosing what works best for the individual teacher and students.
NCSS Mapping Tools
- 1. Technology Integration inthe Social Studies Classroom Integrating Mapping Tools in the Social Studies Classroom
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- 6. David Rumsey Map/Google EarthIntegration
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- 8. U.S. Census NewsroomMapping Tool
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- 22. Keys to Success Start small – Try a few tools and activities to get your students going. Add a Little If it doesn’t work, try something else. Let students be the judge Use what works best for you and your students.
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