AbstractTeaching about Natural Hazards Using GIS-Based Case Studies Track: Teaching with GIS in Higher Education Author(s): C. Scott Walker, Michelle Hall We are developing four GIS-based case studies that investigate natural hazards using ArcGIS. The case studies explore tornadoes, including an in-depth analysis of the 1999 Oklahoma City tornado outbreak; the 1994 Northridge, California, earthquake; Hurricane Katrina; and the 2004 Indonesian tsunami. Building on our experience developing the SAGUARO curriculum materials, these case studies emphasize teaching science concepts through analysis of rich and current geospatial datasets and supporting video and still imagery. This presentation will provide an overview of the case studies design and development process and introduce some of the custom tools we have implemented to facilitate the use of GIS in educational settings. C. Scott Walker Oregon State University The Valley Library PO Box 15016 Corvallis, OR 97330 US Phone: 541-737-9903 E-mail: scott.walker@oregonstate.edu Michelle Hall Science Education Solutions 4200 W. Jemez Rd Suite 301 Los Alamos, NM 87544 US Phone: 505-663-5365 E-mail: hall@scieds.com |