#worldgeochat Archive

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:00 PM EDT

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cartokurtis, @rumandritalin

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:00 PM EDT

We're chatting about @googleearth tonight. Fingers crossed that they might drop by! (calm down Pete, it probably won't happen) #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Suggestions & tips 1. Use #worldgeochat hashtag 2. We use the Q1/A1 format. A1,A2, A3, etc 4 responses 3. Be kind, supportive + professional

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Tell us where you’re from and what grade/discipline you currently (or recently) teach. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #worldgeochat! Give a shout out to our moderators: @jmgarner2003 @SamMandeville @ecasey77 @cheffernan75 and me :)

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:00 PM EDT

more suggestions 1.follow each other/grow your #pln 2.share pics+stories w/#worldgeochat tag 3.ask Qs+challenge each other 2 be better

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Ed, 7th grade world geography teacher in the suburbs of Chicago. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I wish it weren't a secret so have at it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

Ms_Mielke May 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hello #sdedchat, #worldgeochat and #6thchat -- going to try all again tonight! Ladonna from Mobridge, SD! (Just had last day of school!)

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Howdy, folks! Sam here from MA. 7th grade world geography. Saddened to say I don't use @googleearth as much as I should #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Can't believe that this is the 2nd to last #worldgeochat of this school year and we only have 2 more days with students! This year flew by!

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#worldgeochat will one of you post the link to the ? for him, so he can now what's coming up. He new! Follow him

In reply to @rumandritalin, @GeoSpiegs

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:02 PM EDT

All the tears!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi Ladonna! That is some chat juggling! You got this! Hope all is well! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Ms_Mielke

JuliePJones May 23 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi #worldgeochat peeps- Julie from SC joining in for the first time with you!

geteach May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Been waiting for this #worldgeochat all week here in Austin. HS social studies teacher

JohnHonish May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

John Honish, 7th grade geography 8th grade US history @Turnerschools Beloit, WI, USA #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

YAY! Welcome to our amazing little community! We're glad to have you here! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JuliePJones

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Sure thing! Here are tonights questions https://t.co/rNN1XxVmwR #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @rumandritalin, @GeoSpiegs

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#worldgeochat I am Kurtis, 34, Geo under, & a diplomacy grad. Love human geo and I am job hunting. https://t.co/aEeM2z3bkx

classroomtools May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi #worldgeochat, this is Bill Chapman, a retired secondary social studies teacher, checking in from Berkeley, CA.

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Welcome back! Great to see you and @JohnHonish back with us! #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach, @JohnHonish

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

hold please... #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @rumandritalin

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hey #worldgeochat! Jessica from IL. 7th gr World Geo!

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

https://t.co/nvLBpjobng #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @rumandritalin

NatGeoEducation May 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hey, all! It's c/s from NG in DC. #worldgeochat

Ms_Mielke May 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Problem is, always so much in #worldgeochat -- it ends up sucking me in for the hour :)

In reply to @ecasey77

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi John! How are things in Wisco? #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @Turnerschools

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

WELCOME BACK! So awesome to have you, @classroomtools and @cartokurtis joining us tonight :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf, @classroomtools, @cartokurtis

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi Julie! So glad you could join us! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JuliePJones

MsTurner1027 May 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Kayla from #Raleigh NC Currently teaching #APWorld and #AH2. Excited to learn more about Google Earth #worldgeochat

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

thank you all #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @cartokurtis, @GeoSpiegs

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

So happy to have you joining us tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @NatGeoEducation

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome to the show, Kurtis! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi, y'all! Mary-Owen from TN. #7thgrade WH. Celebrating end of school & a #Preds win last night! #worldgeochat #StandWithUs

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A few more Gold Star regulars in #worldgeochat @GeoJo22 @teachcaudill @wpmsAD @JeremyDBond @storiestoldinsf @GetSoundsAround @MsIppolito

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Some #worldgeochat regulars you might want to follow: @classroomtools @GeoPenny @caranowou @MrHistory123 @WeirMB

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Even more awesome #pln'rs in #worldgeochat @cartokurtis @MsTurner1027 @JohnHRaby @evsmomgen @ZahnerHistory @stephwurking @MsHolmesTeach

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome back! So great to have you here :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome to #worldgeochat, its great having you

In reply to @rumandritalin, @ecasey77, @GeoSpiegs

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Jeremy, not 34, also a geo undergrad till I switched majors. But it always has a place in my heart, so here I be. #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#worldgeochat I am Kurtis, 34, Geo under, & a diplomacy grad. Love human geo and I am job hunting. https://t.co/aEeM2z3bkx

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

John from @ThorntonAcademy in Saco, ME. 9th and 10th grade History and novice Google Earth user. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

I know @le_reitz was sharing a lot of your stuff with Chris and I a couple weeks ago! I hope things are going great in Austin! #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach, @le_reitz

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

MARY-OWEN! You, me and @cheffernan75 need to talk #AmazingRace. Maybe we can add a dash of @googleearth with it? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @cheffernan75, @googleearth

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Motion graphics designer joining for first time from Los Angeles, CA. Hello all. :-) #worldgeochat

mrscmacc May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hello #worldgeochat peeps! Christine from NY here

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

It really did! We had our last teacher day today...crazy! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Joanne from Missouri. First day of summer break! #worldgeochat

GeorgeHistory May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Tyler from MI, APUSH, APWH, and AMH. Waiting to hear if I had enough sign up for APHuG for next year! #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I like long walks on the beach, with a GPS in hand. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I knew you'd be here :) #worldgeochat'rs YOU NEED TO FOLLOW @geteach. He is the real @googleearth GURU! FOR REALZ. IN CAPITAL LETTERS, TOO!

In reply to @geteach, @geteach, @googleearth

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi Mary! Too bad your Preds knocked out our Blackhawks in the 1st round. That was shocking for us in Chicago! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Maine in the house!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby, @ThorntonAcademy

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Yasssss! Planning time! #worldgeochat #pln

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cheffernan75, @googleearth

classroomtools May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Add the #worldgeochat moderators too! @GeoSpiegs @jmgarner2003 @cheffernan75 @ecasey77 and @SamMandeville

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Some #worldgeochat regulars you might want to follow: @classroomtools @GeoPenny @caranowou @MrHistory123 @WeirMB

WeirMB May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Good evening #worldgeochat will be jumping in & out tonight but know you're in good hands with the team & @GeoSpiegs sharing his knowledge!

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

welcome to the party, Tyler! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeorgeHistory

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Welcome! Glad to have you join in tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @rumandritalin

jcaseydesign May 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hi! Jennifer, MS social studies and Civics, #studentedcamp proponent #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Wish I had time to check out @GeoSpiegs blog post but I'm still hoping to come away with ideas. #worldgeochat https://t.co/WaiLIzv8oF

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

You must be in heaven! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Yeah, all right, all right, man. There are separate chats for that. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

JuliePJones May 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Carolinas represented! I'm down in Spartanburg :) Hi Kayla. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

So wonderful to have you, @GeoJo22, @JeremyDBond and @mrscmacc joining us tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby, @ThorntonAcademy, @GeoJo22, @JeremyDBond, @mrscmacc

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Welcome John! I too am a novice user and am looking for new ideas and appoaches on using it too! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby, @ThorntonAcademy

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Let's give #worldgeochat 1st timer @rumandrtalin and big welcome!

In reply to @rumandritalin

JuliePJones May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Thanks Ed! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Hi! Morgan, World Geography and World History teacher, next year will be teaching APUSH and US and World Affairs in Canton,GA. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Welcome Jeremy! So glad you could make it tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Do they really not know how to use tech or just say they don't know? Or do they say they know how to use tech but don't? #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg

PitchThisEDU May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Grants from Last Week's Twitter Feed - @PitchThisEDU https://t.co/KYeN6EkMGE #worldgeochat #sschat #stem #steam #pbl #mathchat #engchat

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

I still can't get over the whole Bama thing... #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

I've got 20 school days left to go :'( #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @GeoJo22

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

We're all here to learn tonight. We do this together. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Sorry - Chris from Illinois - one of the #worldgeochat moderators - running late because life is crazy! :)

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Yay!! Welcome :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @JuliePJones, @MsTurner1027

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Well if I'm in the same boat as you I'm already feeling better about myself. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @ThorntonAcademy

classroomtools May 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Welcome to #worldgeochat @rumandrtalin

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Let's give #worldgeochat 1st timer @rumandrtalin and big welcome!
In reply to @rumandritalin

MsIppolito May 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Good evening lurking to learn more about google earth and bring it back when I go back to work in 2018 #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

He'll have an awesome insight into possible motion graphics and how they might work w/G Earth! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @rumandritalin

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

We go back early in August. Ss on the 16th. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @GeoSpiegs

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

So glad u could join in tonight Jennifer! I would love to hear more about student edcamps. I love to attend them as a teacher! #worldgeochat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I'm getting the feeling that Google Earth is more than just a glorified globe. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

We have a wonderful crowd here tonight! So excited to hear how people utilize @googleearth in their classrooms! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1b: I based my instruction around the idea that Ss can learn to build in @googleearth & it will help them learn, spatially #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Get Ready for Question 1 of #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: What is you personal or professional experience using @googleearth? #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Does everyone have a drink ready?? Tradition is every time Google Earth is mentioned, you take a drink haha #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Hi Merri! Hope things are going well out in California! Pete will definitely be geeking out over Google Earth tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @WeirMB, @GeoSpiegs

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Hey, those 3d buildings are spectacular. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

If any #worldgeochat'rs are interested in a webinar for a 1hr tutorial, I could be persuaded 2 post a sign up link @ the end of the chat

6thgradersrule May 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#worldgeochat Sara, from Tx...had a busy week... now the proud parent of a @UtAustin Longhorn graduate. #HookEm

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Ahhh. We go back August 28 #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22, @GeoSpiegs

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Are students start around then too Joanne! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22, @SamMandeville, @GeoSpiegs

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Personally- use it to look at landmarks, places my grandparents traveled to, and go back in time. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

RT Q1 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: What is you personal or professional experience using @googleearth? #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q1 RT #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: What is you personal or professional experience using @googleearth? #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 Per: Long time user/ Prof: latest appointed obscure title “outside kml developer?” Still trying to figure that one out #worldgeochat

JuliePJones May 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Heavens yes! Start where you are and take kids anywhere- gives perspective about place in the world. @JohnHRaby #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I'm getting the feeling that Google Earth is more than just a glorified globe. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

so much more. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

classroomtools May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I thought that it was every time @GeoSpiegs tweeted the term, and besides taking a drink, we got to tweet "Drink!!" #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @GeoSpiegs

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

That is awesome Sara! Congrats! #worldgeochat

In reply to @6thgradersrule, @UTAustin

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 Im not a huge Google Earth person - I like to mess around and find my house and places I've been. #worldgeochat https://t.co/iOJvVxk4AA

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: What is you personal or professional experience using @googleearth? #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

You can do it, Sam! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @GeoSpiegs, @GeoJo22

CoachHenkel May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 Personal: I love looking at places I'm traveling to. Prof: best way for Ss to understand spatial perspective in my room. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: I am saddened and embarrassed to say I don't utilize GE as much as I should. Google MyMaps is mainly my go-to #worldgeochat

le_reitz May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

It's all about that data! Love CIA world factbook all integrated. Will use everyday next year #gamechanger #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @geteach

Ms_Mielke May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I've used it, shared where I live, ect. It's my "go to map" system for Ss.. not really made any of the tours, yet! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1: What is you personal or professional experience using @googleearth? #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1:Professionally-very little.Want to use it more. I really want to use the virtual field trip aspect & have Ss do more w/ it. #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 #worldgeochat G. Earth is intensely personal to me. It enables the ability to travel the world and get almost face-to-face. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

a1 @googleearth is great at changing perspectives. It's not a just a top-down map. #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I did use Google Earth to have my kids compare neighborhoods in Brazil. https://t.co/Jychl7nzUa #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

geteach May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 Sign up for this year’s Google's GTI. I hear they are going to have some great presenters. https://t.co/fBwwsxeEif #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

That too! Hahah. It's usually for our dear friend, Pete #worldgeochat

In reply to @classroomtools, @GeoSpiegs

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 I used Google Earth to examine population densities of cities. This was an activity created by our own @cheffernan #worldgeochat

classroomtools May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 No progessional use, but I've been a casual user since Google released v1. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

spatial learning is where its at! #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

GeorgeHistory May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Per: exploring the Earth for interest, prof: having students journey to the lands we are learning about #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1 #worldgeochat we have our concerns with wiki, but the 'living encyclopedia' that is G. Earth and wiki together is powerful.

MsIppolito May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Me too! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

JuliePJones May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I missed the Qs- can someone retweet? #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Once you get the basics it gets a lot easier to build content. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Ms_Mielke

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

You mentioned this Ellie - I still need to go back and check that out! #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @ecasey77, @geteach

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Ellie was telling Chris and I about this one! Big fan of CIA Factbook so blending the 2 sounds AWESOME! #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @geteach

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I've found places I've traveled to around the world. All the gizmos and gadgets scare me #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

classroomtools May 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Tonight though, I'm afraid if we followed either tradition, most of us would be in no condition to finish the chat. :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @GeoSpiegs

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#worldgeochat A1: I like to explore what random unsuspecting cities around the world look like, how they are laid out. Every place is cute

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1 Professionally, have used for virtual field trips, etc in WH. Personally, it's fun to explore! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

either way, tonight you might need a refill or two... #worldgeochat GoogleEarth!

In reply to @SamMandeville, @classroomtools

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#worldgeochat Secret Tip #2: Navigation hacks. https://t.co/PygDic0Bjt

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Question 2 is coming up in 5 minutes. It will be a 2-part question #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Here are all the #worldgeochat Qs for tonight. https://t.co/WaiLIzv8oF

In reply to @JuliePJones

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: Since the web launch in April, we have been using it non-stop in Geo! #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Absolutely. May not end up being good haha #worldgeochat

In reply to @classroomtools, @GeoSpiegs

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Me too. I build simulation cities and all that nerd stuff w/CitiesXL. . . I love wandering G. Earth. #worldgeochat

In reply to @rumandritalin

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

No professional use for most part. Occasionally as design reference. #worldgeochat A1 cont.

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

a great analogy for how Google Earth changes students perspectives #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel May 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

oh for sure. I compare it to the first time you look out the window of an airplane, completely changes the perspective.
In reply to @GeoSpiegs

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Would be cool to do after looking at the Google Expedition tour. My Ss did this 1 this year. Wonder what lies beyond the tour? #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby, @cartokurtis

JohnHonish May 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 personally: not too much, maps and street view are used more, prof: spatial analysis to start units, Dealy plaza 4 kennedy #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1 Bookmark Google’s latest GE Education website. https://t.co/IilgfKWM1H Great tutorial website here https://t.co/qMYit0Ueg7 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

My Google Earth activities have been a lot of observe and infer. Like this one on overpopulation. https://t.co/RvQSwgNvtv #worldgeochat

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1 Use in class to explore physical geo round the world. Waiting to get it back. Had to re-image my profile b4 end of school. #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

You're not stealing them; I'm giving them to you. #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @cartokurtis

MsTurner1027 May 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1 #worldgeochat sorry forgot the hashtag. It's been a long day

MsTurner1027 May 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1: I had students place their current events on maps to see themes regionally/global

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

The comparative abilities are unmatched, just in the east of use. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

virtual wanderlust #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Same! My Maps are my main mapping tool right now. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: Barely scratched the surface. Seen the potential but learning how to use it has been on the to-do list for too long. #worldgeochat

le_reitz May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1. Ss are now familiar with street view and being able to "travel" places as we learn. Contrast perception vs. reality #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Would love to hear more how over the course of the chat Jessica. We used it once but fell into a time crunch w/ end of year :( #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Whoa! So many resources already #worldgeochat

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1) Google Earth has primarily been a distraction. I recently spent time with it at the @CTScienceCenter, zooming in and out. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Listen to @geteach. He knows his @googleearth #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1 Bookmark Google’s latest GE Education website. https://t.co/IilgfKWM1H Great tutorial website here https://t.co/qMYit0Ueg7 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@MsHolmesTeach I know this feeling. I'm barely conscious at this point! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027, @MsHolmesTeach

jcaseydesign May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1 Personally I've explored a little and participated in a teacher PD mystery thing with it. Never used it in the classroom #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I second this! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @storiestoldinsf

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#worldgeochat. Would any of you like to be able to layer your street grid w/a hierarchy like borders and labels? Come on google. . . do it

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

They'll be in the stream but I find it handy to have all of them around. #worldgeochat moves pretty quickly sometimes.

In reply to @JuliePJones

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

No crashing issues! Bummer! #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

RT #worldgeochat GOLD STAR

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I did use Google Earth to have my kids compare neighborhoods in Brazil. https://t.co/Jychl7nzUa #worldgeochat
In reply to @cartokurtis

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I feel stupid - I just discovered MyMaps this year, and now I'm back to using Google Earth. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @SamMandeville

JuliePJones May 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A1: I use @googleearth before field trips, when reading about a new place, when discussing current events.Always start at home #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A1, Mike, MD, EL LMS, I use google earth, maps, pro, extensively. I have had Ss drop pins on their birth country. #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a1 What was the question for q1- it's not popping up. #WeatherDelay #IsQ2out?

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

And with the increase of 360 cameras, even North Korea is explorable! #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz

JuliePJones May 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A1- New @googleearth is Ah-may-zing with the little yellow man in corner taking you to street view #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

It will change your life. The ability to create content to complement your instruction is powerful #worldgeochat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Checking out what U R doing each day in your class John is one of my favorite morning reads. I want to do a similar class blog #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby, @CoachHenkel, @cartokurtis

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I haven't, but there's always a first time! #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

WHAAAA?!? #mindblown #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @le_reitz

mrscmacc May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A1: Personally often...just play and look around (sometimes random, sometimes specific) Prof. hardly at all (needs ideas!) #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

What layers to you use? #worldgeochat

In reply to @JuliePJones, @googleearth

stephwurking May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Thanks for the mention and being able to rub shoulders virtually with the crew from #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @cartokurtis, @MsTurner1027, @JohnHRaby, @evsmomgen, @ZahnerHistory, @MsHolmesTeach

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @MsTurner1027

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Thanks for the gold star but I'm seriously considering showing up at your door for a tutorial. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Oh, this particular person seemed to have no idea. Or, it was an excuse. Either way, it was an online course so it was ... #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Love that idea Julie! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JuliePJones, @googleearth

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A1: Used 2B huge Google Maps user, prof & personal b/c Earth crashed a lot, now with GE web version I am happy camper #worldgeochat

Ms_Mielke May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Ok, #worldgeochat -- I'm really into Google Expeditions combined with Google Earth at the end of this year.

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Adding to my weekend blog reading #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @JohnHRaby, @CoachHenkel, @cartokurtis

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

So open there are some concentration camps in N. Korea that are almost plain as day. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @le_reitz

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I should be able to drive to your place by the time the chat ends. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Get Ready for Question 2 of #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2b: #worldgeochat mostly for Ss to create tours, plan adventures, explore unknown regions, share discoveries.

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2a: In a perfect world the platform version of @googleearth would work on a tablet/mobile device&sync w/GoogleMyMaps. Ss BYOD #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q2b In the real world, how have you used @googleearth in a specific lesson or unit? #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q2a In a perfect world, how do you envision @googleearth being used in the classroom? #worldgeochat

jcaseydesign May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

There was an interesting story on how Googke Earth determines disputed borders the other day https://t.co/RdpfU6OcBA #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

We haven't had that either. I guess we're lucky! #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf, @CoachHenkel

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

My constant feeling #21days #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @MsHolmesTeach, @MsTurner1027

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Well, those aren't on the 360 cameras, but you can find them! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @le_reitz

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

My dad (Doc) is an avid Google Earth user. The man checks out all his routes before leaving home. Doc *never* gets lost. #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2a: #worldgeochat its endless. As stated, the comparative power that comes with the ease of use is outstanding 1/

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Your likes are one of my favorite things to see in the morning. It means the website is having the impact I hoped it would. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @CoachHenkel, @cartokurtis

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

This is one of my few Must have apps. Students love exploring it, I can teach any subject with it. (Google Earth Pro) #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 Ss observe, analyze, and create spatial distributions/stories. #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2a: #worldgeochat not to mention you can see first hand on your computer screen what real inequality looks like 2/2

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

This looks like a great article Jen! Thanks for sharing! #worldgeochat

jcaseydesign May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

There was an interesting story on how Googke Earth determines disputed borders the other day https://t.co/RdpfU6OcBA #worldgeochat
In reply to @cartokurtis

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

How do you used Google Earth? #worldgeochat

In reply to @6thgradersrule

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

RT Q2A #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q2a In a perfect world, how do you envision @googleearth being used in the classroom? #worldgeochat

JuliePJones May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Layers dep on what we're doing. If we're chatting current events, that's 1 layer, then add to see relationship to other convo #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @googleearth

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Explore the Layers panel. but only 1 at a time. 2 many clicked boxes in gallery& Global Awareness will slow down @googleearth #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

RT Q2B #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q2b In the real world, how have you used @googleearth in a specific lesson or unit? #worldgeochat

mrscmacc May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

That is super interesting to bring to students for socratic seminar discussion. Thanks! #worldgeochat

In reply to @jcaseydesign, @cartokurtis

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I like to use MyMaps for scavenger hunts, mapping trade routes, etc. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Didn't intro myself. Kelly, Austin, TX. HS instructional coach & HUGE fan of virtual field trips https://t.co/S77zZQg2AH #worldgeochat

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

You have a lot of students from other countries? #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg

geteach May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 Old GE Ver. of https://t.co/ytem4mnid2. https://t.co/bODJhpOo2K (3min. trip down memory lane) https://t.co/pB7YDvyG8B #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Not as often as I should. #worldgeochat #46minclasses

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

How do you used Google Earth? #worldgeochat
In reply to @6thgradersrule

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

So far behind #worldgeochat already.

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

RT Q2a #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q2a In a perfect world, how do you envision @googleearth being used in the classroom? #worldgeochat

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

What's up #worldgeochat friends? First time back in a couple months. Track season is over!

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: Students using @googleearth to solve the challenges facing the world today and tomorrow! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@googleearth is not just for #geography. All subjects can be taught with it. Interdisciplinary opportunities abound #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

This is one of my few Must have apps. Students love exploring it, I can teach any subject with it. (Google Earth Pro) #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 Just as I have. Students get to see history, science, lit trips, more. Along w/ seeing their school under construction #worldgeochat

GeorgeHistory May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: extension to classroom learning/virtual field trips and artifact digs. #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel May 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2a @googleearth would be my warmup everyday. Ss would be given a place or asked to find one...hmmm....wheels turning... #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 I would love to have students use Google Earth as a jumping off point for student inquiry. #worldgeochat

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Wow! I'm spending way too much time on my relatives' houses. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @le_reitz

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Wow. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg

Ms_Mielke May 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2a: I've love @googleearth to run right on our WIFI all the time - Ss build maps of showing connections to topics. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

YUP!!!! #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

So far behind #worldgeochat already.

stephwurking May 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#worldgeochat blessed evening to all on the chat tonight. Stephan joining in from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Thanks. I wonder about that sometimes too. Google doesnt hire too many actual geographers or cartographers #worldgeochat #smh

In reply to @jcaseydesign, @GeoJo22

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2a I don't know... Could Google Earth be a textbook of information that Ss could take notes in? I really don't know! #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Welcome back! Great to see you, Doug! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I want my Ss to create their own #googleexpeditions next year. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Ms_Mielke

geteach May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

New Earth's "I'm feeling lucky" function is great for this. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

WillStewartIV May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Will, 4th grade teacher, SS minor, ♥️Critical thinking skills♥️ &co-founder of @EdjiNotes for analyzing artifacts, maps, and 📜 #worldgeochat

JuliePJones May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Now that it's web-based, this is so much more do-able #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @googleearth

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

This presentation looks awesome! Filled with great resources! Thanks for sharing Kelly! #worldgeochat

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Didn't intro myself. Kelly, Austin, TX. HS instructional coach & HUGE fan of virtual field trips https://t.co/S77zZQg2AH #worldgeochat

MsIppolito May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I do, majority of students are first or second gen Canadian so it would be great to do a collaborative google earth #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond, @mrterborg

le_reitz May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2. Inquire. I want them to be interested, develop questions, and investigate/present answers #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2 Would ❤️ to use for more exploration & historical virtual field trips. We try then get frustrated. #worldgeochat

StudentsHistory May 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Would love to do this also!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @Ms_Mielke

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#worldgeochat Secret Tip #3 https://t.co/6XlQbIHuW6

classroomtools May 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2b Could be used by students to take virtual field trips to various cities around the globe. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Welcome, Will! #worldgeochat

In reply to @WillStewartIV, @edjinotes

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

That is an awesome idea Doug! How do you think you will do that? #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @Ms_Mielke

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

That would be awesome! #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @googleearth

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

You are gonna put ESRI out of business. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

great @googleearth read #worldgeochat

jcaseydesign May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

There was an interesting story on how Googke Earth determines disputed borders the other day https://t.co/RdpfU6OcBA #worldgeochat
In reply to @cartokurtis

JohnHonish May 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2: I know there are some new features to make this possible, but having Ss go on "scavenger hunts" point to point to point #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Welcome in Will! #worldgeochat

In reply to @WillStewartIV, @edjinotes

MsTurner1027 May 23 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2: I would love virtual trips around the world to explore the places we talk about. Make it real to them #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Look for KML files. There's a lot out there. Even if @NOAA @NOAAResearch broke my favorite ones. (Save Our Sphere program.) #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @googleearth, @NOAA, @NOAAResearch

jcaseydesign May 23 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Before listening to the story, I had never given too much thought to how much maps are subject to the bias of the mapmaker! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @GeoJo22

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:26 PM EDT

What is Smarty Pins? I'm intrigued! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @CoachHenkel, @googleearth

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

in a perfect world..... #worldgeochat GOLDEN DAYDREAM!

CoachHenkel May 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2a @googleearth would be my warmup everyday. Ss would be given a place or asked to find one...hmmm....wheels turning... #worldgeochat

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Still working through the kinks but there is a #cardboardcamera app for IOS. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @Ms_Mielke

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Sick in a good way?? #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

classroomtools May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

One of the points in this great clip from The West Wing. https://t.co/gbUfpxHS35 #worldgeochat

In reply to @jcaseydesign, @cartokurtis, @GeoJo22

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I'm warning you, it's HIGHLY addictive. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @CoachHenkel, @googleearth

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Help! What is Google Expeditions? #worldgeochat #Iwantthat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @Ms_Mielke

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

This is a great point! Work smarter, not harder. Lots of info is already made in @googleearth #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Look for KML files. There's a lot out there. Even if @NOAA @NOAAResearch broke my favorite ones. (Save Our Sphere program.) #worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @googleearth, @NOAA, @NOAAResearch

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A2a. In a perfect world, Ss use GEarth to map every unit. #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#worldgeochat I know its mushy, but I am depressed w/future/career stuff a lot. You all really help make Tuesdays end well.

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Location trivia game https://t.co/1FVCEc6S7Y Free and easy to use! Plus loads of fun! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @wpmsAD, @CoachHenkel, @googleearth

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I'm enjoying the new Google Earth in Chrome. It's so detailed, it's creepy. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Cool! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @Ms_Mielke

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Field trips in your classroom to places all over the world using VR tech. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @Ms_Mielke

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

ESRI will be fine. I like their mapping product. I just feel that Google Earth allows for more perspective taking. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

You and that creepy. Each time I find something odd, i think of you. #worldgeochat It is creepy good.

In reply to @mrterborg

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Give it a try! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @Ms_Mielke

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A2b I use it to show the Nile delta. Breathtaking! #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Do a filetype search in google, along with a domain restricted search. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @googleearth

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A2a:Would love to see students creating&using GE to learn more about place &use the different years to compare/contrast things #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A2: I'd love students to create their own scavenger hunts to quiz and test other students. Build inquiry amongst themselves #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

RT Q2 #worldgeochat @6thgradersrule

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q2a In a perfect world, how do you envision @googleearth being used in the classroom? #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

VR tours, the tours are free and can be used on Ipads. Ideally you have VR headsets which can be pricey! AWESOME! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @wpmsAD, @Ms_Mielke

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Any recs for how to use Google Earth on iPads? Features that work well or don't? #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Oh for sure! Google earth is for the common man, so to say. ESRI is really quite enterprise level. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

MsTurner1027 May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I love smarty pins! It's an excellent way to test students geographical knowledge in a fun low risk way #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @wpmsAD, @CoachHenkel, @googleearth

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Whatttt??? #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @Ms_Mielke

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Dang I have missed the convos over the last two months. My track team did win a state championship though. #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

But when it's getting to the point where you can almost read the text on people's t-shirts (satellite view not street view) #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

same but I'll call it a win if planet is still here/ livable in 20yrs --- that alone is good enough. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

WillStewartIV May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A1: 😍 watching students wander around on G. Earth. Pure curiousity. Can't teach it/so 🔑. Give Ss pic and lil' info, go find it #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

And they keep adding too! Now some are enhanced and have sound. Soon video! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @MsHolmesTeach, @Ms_Mielke

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Thanks!! Can't wait! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @wpmsAD, @CoachHenkel, @googleearth

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Sometimes you need to check and make sure that "Terrain" is clicked on. It's located at the very bottom of the layers panel. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Ms_Mielke, @RomanaQ, @googleearth

le_reitz May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A2. Tried out creative stories integrating a things. Kids still talking about it! Going to do this all the time next year #worldgeochat

le_reitz May 18 @ 5:20 PM EDT

Rolling the dice w/ #GoogleEarth, creative writing in #mymaps, VR with #StreetView, and read-alouds! Thanks @CharleboisJoel! #geohack 🌍

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Can we have #AmazingRace and Google Earth TOGETHER?! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3 #worldgeochat @googleearth is more robust and Ss can create cool content &overlay images but it crashes older desktops/laptops a lot.

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3 It's worth mentioning that there's a distinct difference between the desktop version of @googleearth & new online version #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Get ready for Question 3 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q3 Compare & Contrast @googleearth w/ #GoogleMyMaps. Is one better than the other? #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A2 I'd love to take Virtual tours of non-touristy things - let us see what life is truly like in a place #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Yes, I've pulled out primary source maps from the Library of Congress (1500s - 1700s) and had Ss explore them #worldgeochat

In reply to @jcaseydesign, @cartokurtis, @GeoJo22

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Congrats! That's awesome #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Yes for sure! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

6thgradersrule May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a2 @googleearth used in classroom. Daily. (but that means larger tech budget and skill building)

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Def need to incorporate more @googleearth next year. #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

They love finding their houses ... #worldgeochat

In reply to @WillStewartIV

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

That is awesome Doug! Congrats! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD

NatGeoEducation May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Yikes, tweets from the moderators aren't showing up in my #worldgeochat feed.

mrscmacc May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

This is awesome, @jwilliams !!! Just got lost playing around for the past 10 mins...so much potential in the science classroom #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

What state? #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Same, love. Real, random places. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3a: #worldgeochat the page refresh on google maps alone makes google earth a zillion times better to me.

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Ummmmm lesson please?! hehehe #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

also builds the skill of search #worldgeochat

In reply to @WillStewartIV

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Yep! Definitely need to check it out Mary! You and your students will LOVE Expeditions! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @wpmsAD, @Ms_Mielke

geteach May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

QGIS is open source with a lot of documentation. A good free atl. to ESRI. https://t.co/3zTGu6gr4u #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @GeoSpiegs

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

They look sooo serious! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I have QGIS on my desktop now! #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach, @GeoSpiegs

toalla2_ewoks May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

MsIppolito May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Would like to hear more do you have a lesson plan? #worldgeochat dm me please!

In reply to @le_reitz

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Everything @geteach posts is pure #worldgeochat GOLD... GOLD I TELL YOU!

geteach May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

QGIS is open source with a lot of documentation. A good free atl. to ESRI. https://t.co/3zTGu6gr4u #worldgeochat
In reply to @cartokurtis, @GeoSpiegs

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A2:I have used GoogleEarth w https://t.co/1xqp1Flnl3 in creating HyperDoc for class virtual field trip https://t.co/jboFU7qp1Y #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: Not having worked much with GE, I can't compare. I love that multiple layers can be added to MyMaps & used multiple times #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @googleearth

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

YES!! That would be awesome!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

geteach May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Thanks. I love your map choices. https://t.co/vAQWEZrIy2 #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrscmacc, @JWilliams

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Can we talk about this next week? Seriously? @ecasey77 #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @ecasey77

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

1st year? We're headed into year 4. Let me know if I can help in any way. #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Historical view. It's all there. #worldgeochat Add @CultureGrams for detailed research on countries / states / provinces

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @CultureGrams

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I am *thisclose* to abandoning #worldgeochat and going to play in #GoogleEarth. So cool!

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

RT Q3 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q3 Compare & Contrast @googleearth w/ #GoogleMyMaps. Is one better than the other? #worldgeochat

animaniacnews May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

#TheFlash , #RecommendATweepAndWhy , #PLLEndGame , #OliviaCampbell , #GossipIn4Words , Ervin Santana , #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

2 monitors... and you can do both #worldgeochat I am!

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

RT Q3 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q3 Compare & Contrast @googleearth w/ #GoogleMyMaps. Is one better than the other? #worldgeochat

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I L L! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

MsIppolito May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I am experiencing the same issue #worldgeochat

In reply to @NatGeoEducation

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

true. It feels like they just can't quite get myMaps right yet. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi, joining in late from Singapore #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Not from any of us???? #worldgeochat

In reply to @NatGeoEducation

6thgradersrule May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Things I won't do at home- eat strange-to-me foods. Things I'll do on a trip- eat strange-to-me foods. #perspective #worldgeochat a2

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A2 I'd love to take Virtual tours of non-touristy things - let us see what life is truly like in a place #worldgeochat

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Ty Sam and Ed! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

CoachHenkel May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3 I find my Ss like MyMaps a little more, its a little bit toned down. Also, ran into a wall downloading software at school #worldgeochat

le_reitz May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Of course! We have 3 whole days for collaboration! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @ecasey77

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

YES! 😍😍 #AmazingRacePBL #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Can we have #AmazingRace and Google Earth TOGETHER?! #worldgeochat

JohnHonish May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3: don't know what mymaps is but can't wait to see what people with actual experience think #worldgeochat

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Anyone tried #googletrek yet? #worldgeochat

In reply to @Ms_Mielke, @ecasey77, @MsHolmesTeach

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I usually start w/ very early maps of North America, Then move into Rev. War. Always ask Ss to describe what they see. #worldgeochat

In reply to @jcaseydesign, @cartokurtis, @GeoJo22

geteach May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3 My Maps easy to create, but limited. GE more difficult to create less limits #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a3 #googlemymaps vs @googleearth Just when we think we got this @googleearth thing down....

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3 I love being able to annotate places on MyMaps. Is that something you can do on Google Earth? #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q3 Compare & Contrast @googleearth w/ #GoogleMyMaps. Is one better than the other? #worldgeochat

GoobyCooper May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

GOOBY TURBAN FIRE ANTS #worldgeochat

jcaseydesign May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

How neat! I've never seen this tool. Thank you for sharing! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Stephanie_GXY

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3: Not just for history/geography class: Ss can explore locations of books, historical places, architecture, landforms, etc #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

This is why #worldgeochat is great. Connecting Ts & then letting them get lost down a rabbit hole of #geography fun! https://t.co/K3CIEV97V2

mrscmacc May 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

This is awesome, @jwilliams !!! Just got lost playing around for the past 10 mins...so much potential in the science classroom #worldgeochat

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I would like to get some classes signed up for the 2nd annual #worldgeochat @FANgeopolitics league over the summer. First league was a hit!

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#worldgeochat Secret Tip #5 Making an overlay'd map transparent with the slider feature https://t.co/NzNTi2NSWQ

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A3 I love that GoogleMyMaps is a simplified version of the desktop that Ss can create content w/ & then export to @googleearth #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Question 4 is coming up in 5 minutes #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A3 #worldgeochat If I had to choose, I'd say @googleearth is better 4 Ts illustration & MyMaps is better for Ss 2 learn how 2 create.

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Ooooooh I've never heard of Deck Toys. Excited to explore #worldgeochat

In reply to @Stephanie_GXY

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Right. Agreed. Two different platforms easily mixed but not always #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Not yet. Need to experiment over summer! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @Ms_Mielke, @MsHolmesTeach

geteach May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Open source gis platform #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @cartokurtis, @GeoSpiegs

MsTurner1027 May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A3: I'm more familiar with GoogleEarth so I use that. Over summer I'm willing to learn other tools and play around #worldgeochat

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Anybody know why some of us are not seeing questions? #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Can't wait! #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @cheffernan75

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

ME TOO!! Can't wait to explore and play #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Absolutely!! That would be great. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Im down with that. MyMaps is a lot more enjoyable. I can see Ss taking to it well #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @googleearth

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Think of #mymaps as the map version of Docs, Sheets or Slides. Can collab in groups or as class. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT

The beauty of social media? Expanding our #PLN with people all over the world! Welcome!! #worldgeochat

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi, joining in late from Singapore #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Also check out Science on a Sphere from @NOAA @NOAAResearch https://t.co/AJ7xjxT33T Mistyped earlier- KML files broken. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrscmacc, @JWilliams, @NOAA, @NOAAResearch

JohnHRaby May 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@Twitter is already out on summer vacation. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22, @Twitter

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I would love to sign my class up. This year was a ton of fun! @playfanschool is awesome! #worldgeochat

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I would like to get some classes signed up for the 2nd annual #worldgeochat @FANgeopolitics league over the summer. First league was a hit!

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

I think we're just super popular tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

You can make a placemark 4 a location&use a dialog box as an annotation space in @googleearth #worldgeochat I think myMaps is better 4 this

In reply to @cheffernan75, @googleearth

geteach May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Saw a great example of this from @storiestoldinsf #worldgeochat

In reply to @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @storiestoldinsf

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

There's something odd - @ecasey77 can't see them either! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22, @ecasey77

le_reitz May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Kids roll the dice, find a location, timer for 15 min, kids have to include geographic feat in stories, post to class MyMap! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

MsIppolito May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Or anything from @cheffernan75 @SamMandeville @GeoSpiegs not seeing qs or your comments #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22, @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville, @GeoSpiegs

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Nothing like @playfanschool for sure. @FANgeopolitics is #edumazing for creating it! #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT
I would love to sign my class up. This year was a ton of fun! @playfanschool is awesome! #worldgeochat
- wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT
  
  I would like to get some classes signed up for the 2nd annual #worldgeochat @FANgeopolitics league over the summer. First league was a hit!

CoachHenkel May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Any #worldgeochat ppl toying with GoogleCardboard Camera and linking the photos into MyMaps? I'm still experimenting. Goal Ss designed tours

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Yea, I'm flying blind here too Joanne :( #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

MyMaps is easier for Ss to learn how to use. There are no extra bells and whistles #worldgeochat keeps them focused

In reply to @cartokurtis, @googleearth

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

It'll cost you! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @FANgeopolitics

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Dislike this greatly. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito, @GeoJo22, @SamMandeville, @GeoSpiegs

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Are you able to read this? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito, @GeoJo22, @cheffernan75, @GeoSpiegs

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Hi there! Multi-tasking btw twittering & working now #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

hmmm. Let me check #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito, @GeoJo22, @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Now that I know how it works, I'm down! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @FANgeopolitics

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Yes, I think because it's a reply. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @MsIppolito, @cheffernan75, @GeoSpiegs

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I need to see this. That sounds awesome! #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @storiestoldinsf

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A3 Depends on needs, I think. MyMap is great for trade routes, etc & works on mobile. Is #GoogleEarth mobile friendly? #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

That's odd... #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito, @GeoJo22, @cheffernan75, @GeoSpiegs

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Similar to what I want to do. I just ran out of time this year! #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

thats weird. #worldgeochat

In reply to @NatGeoEducation

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

So fun!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville

le_reitz May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Next day, kids use street view on phones/Vr headsets. Go to locations while stories read aloud. Kids loved it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A3 #worldgeochat If I had to choose, I'd say @googleearth is better 4 Ts illustration & MyMaps is better for Ss 2 learn how 2 create.

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

It's in beta version & free for Ts. So far great tool for me #worldgeochat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

My first explanation wasn't clear enough? 😂😂 #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @FANgeopolitics

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Not familiar with MyMap. Just Maps, Earth, etc. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

On behalf of all of us at #worldgeochat, I apologize for any weird tech issues tonight. Apparently Twitter and Google Earth are not friends.

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Check out the Chrome version of earth. Should be mobile friendly (I hope) #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

What is this. . . just a teacher thing? Sounds interesting #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @FANgeopolitics

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

a4 #worldgeochat not enough computers available. If only @googleearth made desktop version functional on tablets/mobiles so Ss could BYOD :/

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 #worldgeochat @googleearth desktop version crashes computers like it's its job

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Get ready for Question 4! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q4 What roadblocks have you encountered trying to using Google Earth? What can be done to remove or ease those roadblocks? #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

My Ss had fun creating MyMaps for various trade routes in world history. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @GeoSpiegs, @googleearth

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I'm thinking about having a diff warmup each day of the week to keep it fresh. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Your explanation was awesome! More of a visual and kinesthetic learner! #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD, @FANgeopolitics

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

What are the dice for? #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @SamMandeville

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

MyMap allows you to create your own pinned locations, routes, etc within the google framework. Great for limited exploration. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

great idea. and there is a specific thing for students to make with a path. Not too hard but still fun! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @cartokurtis, @googleearth

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4: Literal roadblocks. . . you leave the US in viewing and the geolocation of roads can get quite wonky, esp. China #worldgeochat

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Your Ss decide which countries to draft. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @FANgeopolitics

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I have tested. Not so good w mobile #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

geteach May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 From a friend…“Old GE desktop tells you when you’re are done” About the only app I use that I have to click “save” #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

RT Q4 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q4 What roadblocks have you encountered trying to using Google Earth? What can be done to remove or ease those roadblocks? #worldgeochat

Ms_Mielke May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4: just having to run in on laptops - I've got chromebooks, so we started using it now that it's web based! #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Thanks, I wonder if they renamed it. I've logged in t google and created my own personal maps. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @FANgeopolitics

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

It is like the feeling lucky function on Google but for @googleearth #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond, @le_reitz, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

RT Q4 What roadblocks have you encountered trying to using Google Earth? What can be done to remove or ease those roadblocks? #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

We're a BYOD (mostly smartphone) district at the moment, so that's a struggle. :( #worldgeochat

In reply to @Stephanie_GXY

CoachHenkel May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4 Had to have the tech guy install GE on 30 PCs in a lab...individually.Bless that guy! He's happy about the online version! #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

RT Q4 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q4 What roadblocks have you encountered trying to using Google Earth? What can be done to remove or ease those roadblocks? #worldgeochat

le_reitz May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

It send kids to a random location. It's the "I'm feeling lucky" feature on Google Earth. Kids learn about all new places #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond, @SamMandeville

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4: No roadblocks yet! #lucky #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Oh my, Im sure he is. haha #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

So they roll a 6 and that means what? #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @le_reitz, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4: Network bandwidth. #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Oh! Idea for next year: start with our first civilization and expand our myMaps throughout the year! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @cartokurtis, @googleearth

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A3: Can't say that I have explored MyMaps, but after this chat it seems like I need to!! :) #worldgeochat

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I have students plot the countries where their clothing is manufactured on My Maps. #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a4 roadblocks on the @googleearth interstate hwy system. Timing, inability to use a mouse, timing...

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4: Google Earth was initially blocked on our teacher computers. Why? Idk... #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

geteach May 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4 new GE does not have create function built it. Use GE, My Maps, Code it, try this work in progress https://t.co/nCRSNoghXT #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

thats one of my issues with @GoogleEarth is that it doesn't work well on mobile and tablets #worldgeochat

In reply to @Stephanie_GXY, @MsHolmesTeach, @googleearth

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: Just started creating but thought 5min brain teaser using 'I'm Feeling Lucky' feature would be fun https://t.co/JcthmpbiZe #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4 Only road block is that every S wants to look at their house first. Let them. Get it out of the way. Then back to business. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:42 PM EDT

RT Q4 What roadblocks have you encountered trying to using Google Earth? What can be done to remove or ease those roadblocks? #worldgeochat

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Amaze with the classroom using VR. I bought 1, used once & left it in shelf for yrs. Can't overcome the dizziness #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @SamMandeville

MsTurner1027 May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4: yes! I've had students lose their work because they forgot to click save and I forgot to remind them #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 From a friend…“Old GE desktop tells you when you’re are done” About the only app I use that I have to click “save” #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Kids created their own Amazing Races around Europe using Google Forms w/data validation and @googleearth for their peers! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4 Struggles with mobile. We don't have enough computers to use effectively. #worldgeochat

le_reitz May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

It's integrated into Earth. On the left side bar. It's not numbers, but sends you to random locations. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

MyMaps is great - let's you Pin places and annotate the map. Really easy for Ss to use! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

We did sneaker production on MyMaps. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Yes. They need to allow a user-defined road-layer hierarchy. Its so cumbersome and not anything a cartographer would design #worldgeochat

In reply to @6thgradersrule, @googleearth

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I would like to see this too, please!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf, @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @googleearth

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

It is very user friendly for both teacher and students. I need to make use of it more myself! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Question 5 is coming up in 5 minutes #worldgeochat

massignmenthelp May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

#ECEchat #learnbps #edchat #edtech #spanstuchat #worldgeochat How a College Freshman Save a lot of Money? https://t.co/t4PuIYV8ld

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A4 #worldgeochat have Ss create basic content in MyMaps and then explort to @googleearth 2 put 'bells&whistles' on a project/created content

WillStewartIV May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Explaining their thinking is 🔑, so I have Ss place dots on map in @edjinotes w/ explanation of "why" there. Lots of fun #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Tell me more - what about the HWY system? #worldgeochat

In reply to @6thgradersrule, @googleearth

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A3: GoolgleMyMaps is more user friendly, but not as robust. Can't build trips in web version of GE yet, so GMM better for that #worldgeochat

GoobyCooper May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

saw the report) dolan #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Check out Chrome. I think Google Earth should work in that on any device. Haven't tried it yet though. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @Stephanie_GXY

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Well at least they keep improving their features. It's something for us look forward to #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @MsHolmesTeach, @googleearth

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:46 PM EDT

That sounds so cool. About how many class periods does the activity take Jessica? #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

MsTurner1027 May 23 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Love that idea! It's a good way to have the students learn continuity and change over time #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @GeoSpiegs, @cartokurtis, @googleearth

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#Worldgeochat TEST Who can see this tweet?

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:46 PM EDT

This is awesome. Thanks Kelly! #worldgeochat

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: Just started creating but thought 5min brain teaser using 'I'm Feeling Lucky' feature would be fun https://t.co/JcthmpbiZe #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:46 PM EDT

My iPhone claims that Google Earth won't work there... yet. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @MsHolmesTeach, @Stephanie_GXY

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Ah! Thanks. #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Thanks #worldgeochat community - we're troubleshooting the weird tech issues as best as we can!

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I'll try it, but would require many Ss to get a new app. Would love for it to work on any mobile platform. :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @Stephanie_GXY

6thgradersrule May 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a4 @googleearth icks. You know the little person you drop & it dangles before landing. Never get it to land where I need.

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I had my Ss create dream vacations and calculate round trip using the measure feature. #worldgeochat

In reply to @LISDTechie

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Wait. So GE doesn't work on cell phones?? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @mrterborg, @Stephanie_GXY

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Get ready for Question 5! #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Not very well at all. #worldgeochat two swipes and my phone freezes

In reply to @SamMandeville, @MsHolmesTeach, @mrterborg, @Stephanie_GXY

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I've had zero luck with it. :( #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @mrterborg, @Stephanie_GXY

geteach May 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Ss created New Earth Trip example https://t.co/pgLGTDw6aU. using https://t.co/YEjXNQ4WQF #worldgeochat

In reply to @LISDTechie

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Something is going wonky with twitter or hootsuite or tweetdeck (or all three) tonight #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

wpmsAD May 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Been fun #worldgeochat peeps. Gotta tweak my final for #wphsgeog tom.

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Yeah, I typed too soon. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @MsHolmesTeach, @Stephanie_GXY

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Aww shucks. There goes my end-of-the-year activity plan. But I'll keep thinking! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @MsHolmesTeach, @mrterborg, @Stephanie_GXY

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Awesome!! This sounds like an excellent addition to my classroom. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:49 PM EDT

yes!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @6thgradersrule, @googleearth

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#worldgeochat RESOURCE

geteach May 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Ss created New Earth Trip example https://t.co/pgLGTDw6aU. using https://t.co/YEjXNQ4WQF #worldgeochat
In reply to @LISDTechie

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:49 PM EDT

There is a pretty decent Google Earth app for IOS. Haven't tried it on phones. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @MsHolmesTeach, @Stephanie_GXY

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#worldgeochat bahaha Oh my. Tell me about it. . . It's supposed to auto stick at the nearest SV but doesnt.

In reply to @6thgradersrule, @googleearth

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Have a good week Doug! When is your year done? #worldgeochat

In reply to @wpmsAD

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A4: Lagging internt connection & I still see most of the world's landmarks have a lot more improvement on their 3d view #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Have them help plan your #AmazingRace for next year! 😜#worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cartokurtis, @mrterborg, @Stephanie_GXY

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5 #worldgeochat did you know that you can explore the heavens in @googleearth ? So much to gaze upon in the stars

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q5 What’s the coolest, weirdest thing you’ve seen/explored/encountered in Google Earth? Screenshots if you can! #worldgeochat

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

agreed !! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @6thgradersrule, @googleearth

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing. I requested permission. #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q5 What’s the coolest, weirdest thing you’ve seen/explored/encountered in Google Earth? Screenshots if you can! #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

WillStewartIV May 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@EdjiNotes can be used similarly and Ss can play together as class & leave comments explaining their thinking. Click button, reveal their 💡
In reply to @MsTurner1027, @ms_greencvhs, @wpmsAD, @CoachHenkel, @googleearth, @edjinotes

GetSoundsAround May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

10 minutes till #worldgeochat! Let's groove with (Google) Earth, Wind & Fire. https://t.co/2HRSWzGWJ0

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

It took us about one week to create and one to play everyone's games! Resources: https://t.co/VC4vzB1Y7s #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q5 What’s the coolest, weirdest thing you’ve seen/explored/encountered in Google Earth? Screenshots if you can! #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Try this: https://t.co/EssM82YtnD #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cartokurtis, @MsHolmesTeach, @Stephanie_GXY

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

The settings aren't open. I would love to see this! #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach, @LISDTechie

geteach May 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

it should be open now. only works in new Earth thanks #worldgeochat

In reply to @LISDTechie

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

How did we not discuss this on Friday??? #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

It took us about one week to create and one to play everyone's games! Resources: https://t.co/VC4vzB1Y7s #worldgeochat
In reply to @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

RT Q5 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q5 What’s the coolest, weirdest thing you’ve seen/explored/encountered in Google Earth? Screenshots if you can! #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel May 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 I rock climb. Yes I'm a geography teacher that plays on geography...you need to see this: https://t.co/BR25L5DoWK #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

RT Q5 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q5 What’s the coolest, weirdest thing you’ve seen/explored/encountered in Google Earth? Screenshots if you can! #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5: For some reason I still get tickled pink when I catch an airplane in sat view. #worldgeochat Germany all their blurring is funny as well

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I'm trying to tweet the Qs since Twitter isn't cooperating. #worldgeochat Q5

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q5 What’s the coolest, weirdest thing you’ve seen/explored/encountered in Google Earth? Screenshots if you can! #worldgeochat

JimSibTx May 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#worldgeochat I am not a Google expert, but have you considered using GEPro to create an MP4 of trip? Has advantage it can be used offline.

LISDTechie May 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A3: GoolgleMyMaps is more user friendly, but not as robust. Can't build trips in web version of GE yet, so GMM better for that #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5 1595 Ortelius Map #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A4, No real problems here. Sometimes my laptop freezes, other times, I don't have the right tech. #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I created a US version for them to play 1st, then they created their own. They usedKnowledge Cards to garner questions! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Excellent idea for hyperdoc & breakout! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @SamMandeville, @cartokurtis, @mrterborg

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5 I remember a few years ago the story of a body on a dock in Denmark. That was strange. #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5 Shipping/Roads/Transmission Lines #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Very cool! Thanks Jessica! #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

It took us about one week to create and one to play everyone's games! Resources: https://t.co/VC4vzB1Y7s #worldgeochat
In reply to @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

stephwurking May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

And then? #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel, @googleearth

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

My initial thought was to combine Amazing Race with Breakout! Just struggling for some reason... #worldgeochat

In reply to @Stephanie_GXY, @MsHolmesTeach, @cartokurtis, @mrterborg

Ms_Mielke May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

#sdedchat #worldgeochat -- I've got to check out a bit early -- dogs are needing a play intervention before I don't have a living room left!

geteach May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A5 Blue Marble #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

love that one. Actually all of Rumsey's maps in the layers panel are fantastic #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

In Geneva, because of the route the G Car had to take in filming there is a man getting in and out of a car trunk. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A5 No real weird things here. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Knowledge cards? #worldgeochat

In reply to @storiestoldinsf, @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @googleearth

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:54 PM EDT

You were a little busy saving the world! ;) #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I found that just wondering around street view one day #worldgeochat Hours and hours of fun!

In reply to @cheffernan75

geteach May 23 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A5 New Google Earth Changes on Earth. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Awesome #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5 Shipping/Roads/Transmission Lines #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Even with all the #worldgeochat glitches...

tpreuninger May 23 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Here's what we're doing with My Maps https://t.co/ycDlnUcis6 #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @MsHolmesTeach

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:54 PM EDT

probably one of my favorite maps of all time #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A5 Blue Marble #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A5 #worldgeochat Explore the Global Awareness tab in the LAYERS panel. UNICEF Water & Sanitation issues around the world! @cheffernan75

geteach May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A5 Mario World #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

The info box that pops up when you select a place in @googleearth. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @googleearth, @googleearth

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

WHAT! there is a layer for that? #worldgeochat. OMG I love international logistics.

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

tpreuninger May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Here's what we're doing with My Maps https://t.co/ycDlnUcis6 #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

geteach May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A5 Hurricane Sandy #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I have not seen this before. This is good info to have! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Wow. I am in-love #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I'm really sorry about the snafu with seeing tweets tonight. I have no idea whats going on. #worldgeochat

Stephanie_GXY May 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I'm really interested w this idea. Let me see what I can come out w during this summer on this #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @MsHolmesTeach, @cartokurtis, @mrterborg

geteach May 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A5 Warsaw #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I really would love to see you combine primary source maps with this project. #worldgeochat (what can I say, I'm a ... )

In reply to @tpreuninger, @MsHolmesTeach

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I sent this one out just for you, Chris #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

That's one of my major summer projects. Collaboration!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Stephanie_GXY, @MsHolmesTeach, @cartokurtis, @mrterborg

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

#worldgeochat well, that one is sad. . . a bit sad. . .

In reply to @geteach

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

This would be really cool to start the year and add on as the year goes on be able to refer to and reflect upon at end of year #worldgeochat

In reply to @tpreuninger, @mrterborg, @MsHolmesTeach

MsIppolito May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Nope not in #worldgeochat feed but on regular feed yes I can see tweets difficult to follow when we are missing all of you moderators

In reply to @SamMandeville, @NatGeoEducation

mr_middle_2 May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Have you tried using tourbuilder? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Unbelievable! #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Cool! #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#worldgeochat LOVE

geteach May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A5 Hurricane Sandy #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A5 Infant Mortality Rate #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

How do Ss create My Maps?Do they have to have a google account?Can we setup MyMap &then have them use them w/o Google accounts?#worldgeochat

In reply to @tpreuninger, @JohnHonish

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Take a look #worldgeochat'rs!

tpreuninger May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Here's what we're doing with My Maps https://t.co/ycDlnUcis6 #worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHonish

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Even with #worldgeochat crashing the Twitter-verse, props to @GeoSpiegs for leading us all in a MARVELOUS Google Earth chat!! Thank you!!

MsTurner1027 May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

So many great ideas tonight! It makes me wish I could restart the year and do these things. Next year it's on! #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

So out apologies for all the #worldgeochat weirdness tonight. 2 claps for @GeoSpiegs for great Qs (that some could see).

geteach May 23 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A5 Student created tour #worldgeochat

geogeducator May 23 @ 9:58 PM EDT

1/2 Tony from Singapore. Sad to miss the last couple episodes of #worldgeochat but field tripping in Bali last week and finishing reports...

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Next week is the last #worldgeochat of the school year - Reflecting on the year gone by!

geteach May 23 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A5 last one Japanese Tsunami #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:58 PM EDT

this is what students can do with the power of @googleearth #worldgeochat

geteach May 23 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A5 Student created tour #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

BALI!! I miss Bali :( #worldgeochat

In reply to @geogeducator

cartokurtis May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

#worldgeochat If I forgot to add you, please, add me. Much love to you brilliant teachers. See ya next week.

mccauleyjason May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I used it for an Age of Exploration assignment. Ss planned own World Tour. #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

woah that is super cool #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Me too! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

THANK YOU!! Awesome chat as always! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @GeoSpiegs

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

The #worldgeochat archives will be posted in a few. You can always find old chat archives here - https://t.co/sX14eT8tpC

rumandritalin May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

This was lovely thank you all #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Have a great night everyone! #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

SO excited to use your stuff!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks for swinging by the conversation! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @cheffernan75

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks @GeoSpiegs for leading us tonight. My apologies about the technical difficulties! #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Thank you all for joining us tonight! I can't wait to see how we all incorporate Google Earth in our classes!! #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

#HeffernanGoldStars to @geoSpiegs and #HeffernanHimself for leading the tech-glitch charge to success. #WorldGeoChat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

So out apologies for all the #worldgeochat weirdness tonight. 2 claps for @GeoSpiegs for great Qs (that some could see).

le_reitz May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Seriously amazed by this! Keep sending them out! #worldgeochat

In reply to @geteach

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A big huge thanks to everyone tonight in #worldgeochat. Make sure to follow new #pln friends and grow your knowledge! Boom

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

#worldgeochat awesomesauce

geteach May 23 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A5 last one Japanese Tsunami #worldgeochat

WillStewartIV May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

@EdjiNotes to compare pictures of cities over time & leave comments on how or why it changed. Emoji comments=super creative. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027, @MsHolmesTeach, @GeoSpiegs, @cartokurtis, @googleearth, @edjinotes

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Tonight's #worldgeochat transcript via @participate! https://t.co/LF1KBzITew

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

We have 1 more chat left this year. It will be about celebrations, reflections, plans for the summer and next school year #worldgeochat

geogeducator May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

2/2...this week. As well as a 4000 word essay for MEd. Here's the elevation profile of our hike up Mt Batur from @googleearth #worldgeochat

jcaseydesign May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat! I learned so much tonight. Really excited about trying google earth in the classroom! 🌏 #worldgeochat

LISDTechie May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Great chat #worldgeochat - I know I missed a ton - can't wait to spend time reading tweets

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

YES PLEASE! #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @geteach

tpreuninger May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

That's what we do layer by layer. It leads to so many HOTS questions connecting eras #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @mrterborg, @MsHolmesTeach

mrscmacc May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Spent more time playing with awesome resources than chatting tonight, but so many takeaways. Thanks, everyone!! #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Truly all the tears! #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

We have 1 more chat left this year. It will be about celebrations, reflections, plans for the summer and next school year #worldgeochat

caranowou May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Sorry to miss #worldgeochat tonight. Child's music performance tonight. Will have to check out archives

le_reitz May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

It's @CharleboisJoel's idea! Worked so well! Can't wait to experiment more next year! #worldgeochat

In reply to @PJM2024, @CharleboisJoel

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Love this idea! #worldgeochat

In reply to @WillStewartIV, @MsTurner1027, @MsHolmesTeach, @cartokurtis, @googleearth, @edjinotes

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

That is awesome! #worldgeochat

In reply to @tpreuninger, @mrterborg, @MsHolmesTeach

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

So many great examples. Even without the questions! Thank you, moderators somewhere out there! #worldgeochat

tpreuninger May 23 @ 10:01 PM EDT

We do that in our student handouts and hook activities attached to it. Makes for a great comparison. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @MsHolmesTeach

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Math and elevation! #worldgeochat

geogeducator May 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

2/2...this week. As well as a 4000 word essay for MEd. Here's the elevation profile of our hike up Mt Batur from @googleearth #worldgeochat

JeremyDBond May 23 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing all the cool stuff tonight! Appreciate learning from the outside. Now I'll do some exploring. #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs May 23 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Thanks! If Ss want to create a map, they need to have a google account as well? #worldgeochat

In reply to @tpreuninger, @JohnHonish

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Thanks #worldgeochat!! Excited to continue to explore how @googleearth will change our classrooms!

mrterborg May 23 @ 10:03 PM EDT

#shamelessplug https://t.co/rg4UyIK80m , https://t.co/1Cx4oNRAuy, https://t.co/yyRn31BL1e (Primary Source Boston Maps #worldgeochat)

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tpreuninger May 23 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Yes, bc that's where it's saved. Ss can also work collaboratively bc you set up the sharing settings #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @JohnHonish

mrterborg May 23 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Check out your sharing restrictions, I think you can share it to anyone who has link. Create a QR code to link. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @tpreuninger, @JohnHonish

classroomtools May 23 @ 10:05 PM EDT

+1 #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Thanks #worldgeochat!! Excited to continue to explore how @googleearth will change our classrooms!

PJM2024 May 23 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Thanks for all of the great ideas!!! #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 10:07 PM EDT

I almost failed cartography class and ended with a C because the teach got so annoyed with my 'bias' arguments. I had to tread #worldgeochat

In reply to @jcaseydesign, @GeoJo22

tpreuninger May 23 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A3 They are both perfect to build context, add curiosity, start conversations & then collaborate using good instruction #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q3 Compare & Contrast @googleearth w/ #GoogleMyMaps. Is one better than the other? #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 23 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Maybe you'll find a brand you like? #worldgeochat hahaha. It is starling

In reply to @mrterborg

tpreuninger May 23 @ 10:09 PM EDT

We also My Map HS US History, Texas Historh and are working on world geography #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Take a look #worldgeochat'rs!
- tpreuninger May 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT
  
  Here's what we're doing with My Maps https://t.co/ycDlnUcis6 #worldgeochat
  In reply to @JohnHonish

geteach May 23 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Post of how use layers in geteach + index of layers. https://t.co/vAQWEZrIy2 That particular layer towards bottom of post. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @GeoSpiegs

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 23 @ 10:13 PM EDT

#worldgeochat good read!

geteach May 23 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Post of how use layers in geteach + index of layers. https://t.co/vAQWEZrIy2 That particular layer towards bottom of post. #worldgeochat
In reply to @cartokurtis, @GeoSpiegs

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Oops! Here's the whole folder! https://t.co/YYz9dpQpLe #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

edjinotes May 23 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Welcome #worldgeochat 🌎🌍🌏 Here's some info for getting started with @EdjiNotes and ideas for using it w/ your Ss: https://t.co/1wZ7y8gWfw 🆓

edjinotes May 22 @ 1:51 PM EDT

Watching @CNNStudents News? Trying to encourage current event tracking? Set up a News Map in Edji! Need help? + and DM us or use Edji's 🖲

ecasey77 - Moderator May 23 @ 10:16 PM EDT

You rock Jessica! Thanks for sharing! #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf May 23 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Oops! Here's the whole folder! https://t.co/YYz9dpQpLe #worldgeochat
In reply to @ecasey77, @geteach, @LISDTechie, @SamMandeville, @googleearth

GeoJo22 May 23 @ 10:17 PM EDT

I took cartography in college in the seventies. Everything by hand. Ugh. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @jcaseydesign

AssignmentHelpN May 23 @ 10:18 PM EDT

#ECEchat #learnbps #edchat #edtech #spanstuchat #worldgeochat The Ultimate 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB

cartokurtis May 23 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Better than an ice cream truck. #worldgeochat I've only caught it 1 time.... I ran and ran but missed it

In reply to @6thgradersrule, @cheffernan75, @googleearth

cartokurtis May 23 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Happy you joined! It is really quick but fun. Sometimes there are teacher questions I don't answer, but always such fun #worldgeochat

In reply to @rumandritalin

cartokurtis May 23 @ 10:22 PM EDT

quite alarming when you catch a place where homeless people are laying on the street. G. Earth help me understand inequality #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg

cartokurtis May 23 @ 10:24 PM EDT

As a child I would draw my own imaginary maps. I wanted traditional cartography, mine was a glorified Adobe Illustrator class #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22, @jcaseydesign

cartokurtis May 23 @ 10:25 PM EDT

My geo program was a 'good old boys' club. They didnt like the gay human geographer AT ALL. haha #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoJo22, @jcaseydesign

mrterborg May 23 @ 10:29 PM EDT

One of my students saw a dead dog in India ... #worldgeochat

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