1. This presentation was created by Candace Pauchnick August 1, 2010 All about A Geographic Information System (GIS)

2. Tips Class activity: Using Google Earth on Netbooks, students pick one or more (depending on the time allowed) of the following tips to explore. They can find their house, land on the moon, fly under the surface of the ocean, or view anything else they would like to try. Directions for each tip are on the following slides. 1.Using the navigation controls 2.Viewing layers 3.Marking a location 4.View 3D buildings and trees 5.Sun and shadows 6.Land on the moon 7.Navigate the street view 8.Google Earth outreach 9.Explore interesting layers Titles of Tips : 10. Search for places and businesses 11. Sharing places 12. Changing languages 13. Getting more help 14. Create tours 15. Navigate oceans 16. Viewing the past 17. Find your house on Google Earth

3. Travel the World

4. Many layers are available

5. Save your favorite places

6. See 3D Images

7. View from day or night

8. See all past & recent moon landings

9. See your school or house Patrick Henry High School

10. Become aware of other countries

11. See the beautiful world

12. Find your favorite ice cream store

13. Share your favorite discoveries

14. Language is no barrier

15. More customer service

16. Be a tour guide

17. Enjoy the mysteries of the ocean

18. Being nostalgic & appreciating history

19. Check out where you live

20. Activity Reflection Which activity in Google Earth seemed the most interesting? Do you enjoy using Geographic Information Systems? This may be a career you might consider for your future!