GCE L2 Units 8 & 9 Reflection
A) Units 8 & 9 had a lot to offer. I really enjoyed learning all about the use of google maps/earth and street view to try and engage students. I also really liked the thought of using google meets to be able to connect with other teachers and classrooms around the world. In unit 9 I enjoyed finding more about the advanced searching tools and especially the aspects related to research. While I teach middle schoolers, eventually if I move to high school, I think this will be great knowledge to share with those students.
B) I hope to use the Google Map and Earth features to design a geography and history lesson around the study of the Underground Railroad. Last year I wanted students to make a brochure of the different stops along the route and now I think the map-route making tool can step up this lesson. We can learn first about the different stops, what it looks like through street view and then push students to make their own route along the Underground Railroad and share with their classmates.
Jordan, my heart did a little leap when you started talking about your application and upgrading your Underground Railroad project using MY MAPS! This would be so engaging for some students. Consider giving them CHOICE, too. You could allow them to do the brochure, use My Maps, or you could even give a choice to create a Google Site! Lots of options! Great job continuing to explore new ideas and consider implementing in upcoming lessons! Keep up the awesome work!
ReplyDeleteAs a fellow social studies educator, I LOVE your idea of using Google Map & Earth for the Underground Railroad! The brochure idea you did before also sounds like a great option too! Your classroom sounds engaging and I just know your students will remember these innovative assignments down the road. Back in the day when I was a high school, I just know that I would have really enjoyed these types of assignments.
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