Using Google Earth in the Classroom

GOOGLE EARTH

There are many awesome features associated with Google earth that could be helpful in teaching students about the wonders of the earth. 

First, when learning about the sky, clouds, airplanes, planets, astronomy, or the stars they could use the feature titled, Fly to the Sky. While using this feature students will feel like they are actually in the atmosphere using telegraphic images.

Another awesome feature that would be extremely useful while learning about the history of the earth is Historical Imagery. 

Students can look at the earth at almost any time they would like to by using the timeslider. They can see how communities and buildings have evolved over time!

A final cool feature available on Google Earth is the Create a Tour. Teachers could assign students to make a tour of how to get from place to place when learning about directions and communities. Creating a tour is easy and will help students understand better how to navigate the earth.