Monday, February 9, 2009

NEW! Online Course - Intro to GeoTech

Intro to GeoTech: GPS, GIS, and Remote Sensing
April 9 - May 28, 2009
Eight Thursdays from 2:30 - 4:00 PM

Learn how to integrate GeoTech into the classroom!
Receive a stipend of $100 OR a GPS Handheld!
Receive two GeoTech related books with standards based curriculum and community service project ideas.
Discover the benefits of interactive, online learning!

See attached flyer for more information.

REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! Space is limited.

Intro_GeoTech_flyer_2009.pdf

Labels: Events, GIS Activities, GoogleEarth, GPS, GPS to GIS, Imagery, Remote Sensing, STEM

Climate Change Imagery & Data for Hawaii

Want to see a model for the possible effects of climate change on Oahu and Maui? The following website provides imagery and information about the data that created it!

Flooding the Islands of Hawaii
http://www.soest.hawaii.edu/hmrg/FloodingOahu/index.php

Labels: GIS Activities, GIS Data, Imagery, Online Map Tools, Remote Sensing, STEM

GeoTech is a statewide initiative to integrate into K12 education the use of Geospatial Technology: Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and Remote Sensing. MEDB Women in Technology (WIT) offers professional development opportunities for teachers, special events for students, ongoing online support for teachers and students, and standards-based curriculum development.