Prerequisite Lesson: Latitude and Longitude
Introduction to Latitude and Longitude
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| Rationale |
Students are introduced to the meaning of
longitude and latitude, the method of notation, and associated vocabulary. |
| Instructions |
Students can work at the computer individually or in small
teams. They should be instructed to look carefully
at the information provided on The Mariner’s Museum website
entitled Introduction to Latitude and Longitude - http://www.teachingboxes.org/catalog.jsp?id=TBOXR-000-000-000-025.
Once the students feel that they understand the material, they should
proceed to Activity
#10 of that site, and follow the online directions.
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| Resources |
The
Mariners Museum: The Age of Exploration
This website provides an overview of latitude and longitude (note the
link to "Activities
for Students and Teachers") along with Activity #10 in which
students apply what they have learned. |
| Materials |
Latitude and Longitude Worksheet, found within Activity
#10 on the website. Teachers will need to download a copy of this worksheet
and make copies for each student. |
| Teacher preparation |
None.
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