Teaching with Rather than about Geographic Information Systems

Teaching with Rather than about Geographic Information Systems

Authors:

Thomas C. Hammond

Alec M. Bodzin

Page:119

Journal Issue:

Issue
Social Education April 2009

Special Section:Social Studies 2.0: Thinking, Connecting, and Creating with Technology

Using GIS in the classroom can present unique challenges. Here, the authors outline key strategies for maximizing student understanding while minimizing technical friction.