Track: K-12 Education and Library Science
GEOTEKS: Using GIS and Multimedia Tools for Middle School Social Studies
Raymond L. Sanders, Jr.Combining the strengths of GIS analysis and multimedia simulation, a project called GEOTEKS represents a realistic method for student-centered, problem-solving learning in social studies at the middle school. The simulated space observation platform is aimed at assisting implementation of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills in social studies for the seventh grade. The GIS technology investigated included ArcView GIS Version 3, MapObjects, and ArcExplorer. The multimedia authoring package was Macromedia Director 5.
Raymond L. Sanders, Jr.
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