Applications of GIS in the K-12 Science Classroom

Author: Tom R. Baker
Organization: Kansas Collaborative Research Network

2021 A Dole
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS 66045
USA

Phone: 785-864-0554
Fax: 785-864-4149
tbaker@kancrn.org

Science classes are in the midst of a dynamic change. The Kansas Collaborative Research Network uses spatial data for analysis of student generated data. From the creation of original range maps to plotting sample data from stream monitoring and the effect of environmental change on bioindicators, GIS is altering the way students gather and analyze spatial information. This presentation will explore the application of MapObjects, ArcView IMS, ArcView GIS 3.1, and several ArcView GIS extensions in the K-12 classroom environment.