For those of you who are looking forward to next year, Google offers a free two-week professional development class on Google Maps and Google Earth. You will learn how too use these tools to enhance your lessons in a variety of subject areas. Please see the description from Google below and click on the image above if you are interested in registering. The course is self-paced and can be done on your own schedule. I am planning on taking the course so please let me know if you have any questions or need any assistance.
Happy teach trails Blue Devils!
From Google:
“From your own backyard all the way to Mount Everest, Google Maps and Google Earth are here to help you explore the world. You can learn to harness the world’s most comprehensive and accurate mapping tools by registering for Mapping with Google.
Mapping with Google is a self-paced, online course developed to help you better navigate the world around you by improving your use of the
new Google Maps, Maps Engine Lite, and Google Earth. All registrants will receive an invitation to preview the new Google Maps.
Through a combination of video and text lessons, activities, and projects, you’ll learn to do much more than look up directions or find your house from outer space. Tell a story of your favorite locations with rich 3D imagery, or plot sights to see on your upcoming trip and share with your travel buddies. During the course, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from Google experts and collaborate with a worldwide community of participants, via Google+ Hangouts and a course forum.
Mapping with Google will be offered from June 10 – June 24, and you can choose whether to explore the features of Google Maps, Google Earth, or both. In addition, you’ll have the option to complete a project, applying the skills you’ve learned to earn a certificate. Visit
g.co/mappingcourse to learn more and register today.
The world is a big place, we like to think that you can make it a bit more manageable and adventurous with Google’s mapping tools.”
