Map Projections Explained in under 3 Minutes
The following clip from the PBS documentary, “Life by the #s”, is a good explanation of the different types of map projections and the inevitable distortions that occur.
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Educational YouTube
You Tube has added some new channels that make it easier than ever for teachers and students to use the power of YouTube to get the educational videos to supplement their lessons. Some great names in educational videos such as Khan Academy, TED, BBC, National Geographic, and more, are available and, most importantly easily and […]
Social Mapping App – Waze
Waze is a free community based traffic and navigation app. Information may be found at Waze.com. The information that Waze collects as you drive is passed along to other drivers in the area so that they are alerted to traffic jams and hazards. Much of the information is collected passively, just by opening the app […]
Pretty Cool!
The National Museum of Surveying is offering stars for sale! This is a unique fundraiser to support the educational programs at the Museum. The goal is to establish a community mapping center at the museum with the money raised. This link takes you to more information: http://www.surveyingmuseum.org/be-a-star-in-our-new-galaxy.html