Friday, September 23, 2011

1/2 PD Day (Gr.11)-Mars (Gr.12)-Arcvie Map Projections

Today's Learning Goals

Grade 11
I can compare the physical characteristics of Earth and Mars using a list.
I can prepare a list comparing the pros and cons of traveling to Mars.

Grade 12
I can describe 4 properties of map projections.
I can produce maps of the world using different map projections in Arcview.

Grades 9
No afternoon classes.

Today's Lessons

Grade 11
Assign questions on Mars that compare Mars to Earth.

Grade 12
Provide instruction on Map projections and properties of projections. (ppt notes)
Assign Arc 9 Projection Assignment. (Assignment including notes)


Remember Friday:

Compose a brief report explaining what geomatics is including the 3 main components of geomatics: Cartography, GIS and Remote Sensing.