CONTENT STATEMENT
Geographic representations and geospatial technologies are used to investigate, analyze, and communicate the results of geographic problem solving.
CONTENT ELABORATION
Geographic representations and geospatial technologies include maps, globes, graphs, diagrams, Internet-based mapping applications, geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS), remote sensing, and geographic visualizations. Geospatial refers to information that identifies the particular location of features on Earth’s surface, such as oceans and mountains.
Different ways of representing spatial data can be used in geographic problem solving. For example, census data can be portrayed visually and used to help determine geographic patterns within a region or area. These patterns can then be used to help locate appropriate routes for road construction or site locations for providing services.
Remote sensing is information gathered about a surface from a distance (e.g., aerial photography, satellite images). Geographic visualizations range from printed maps with spatial data (e.g., cartographic maps) to interactive.
EXPECTATIONS FOR LEARNING
Identify uses for specific geographic representations and geospatial technologies.
Use appropriate geographic representations and geospatial technologies to investigate, analyze, and communicate information related to solving a geographic problem.