"Mapping Your Data on Google Earth"
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Mapping Your Data on Google Earth
Geography 2.5 Internal Assessment Creating Digital Maps with Your Research Data Year 12 Geography
Today's Learning Objectives
Transform your field research into digital maps Learn to navigate and use Google Earth effectively Create 6 location pins with your collected data Add photos and measurements to each pin Understand primary vs secondary data sources
What Makes Good Geographic Data?
Think about your field research from last week What information did you collect at each location? How can we make this data useful for others?
Getting Started with Google Earth
Open Google Earth in your web browser Familiarize yourself with navigation controls Zoom, pan, and rotate the view Search for your general study area Switch between different view modes
Navigation Practice
Find your school on Google Earth Practice zooming in and out Try the street view option Locate your first field study site Get familiar with the search function
Creating Your First Pin
Right-click on your first location Select 'Add a placemark' Give your pin a descriptive title Include the data width you measured Add a brief description of the location
Primary vs Secondary Data
{"left":"Your field measurements = PRIMARY DATA\nData you collected firsthand\nOriginal research from your visits","right":"Google Earth ruler measurements = SECONDARY DATA\nData from Google's satellite imagery\nLabel as 'Secondary Evidence 2024 Google Earth'"}
Using Google Earth's Ruler Tool
Click the ruler icon in the toolbar Select 'Line' for distance measurements Click start point, then end point Record measurement as secondary data Always credit: 'Secondary Evidence 2024 Google Earth'
Adding Photos and Media
Click on your created pin Select 'Edit' from the popup Click 'Add Photo' option Upload photos from your field visit Write captions describing what the photo shows
Your Mission
Create 6 pins for all your field study locations Include your width measurements at each pin Add photos from each site Use Google Earth ruler for secondary measurements Next week: Combine with other groups' data