Understanding Maps & GIS
NOTE TO USERS: Most of the sites provided in the education pages are either from government, non-profit, or educational agencies; however, some of the sites are commercial and are included because of the array of materials provided in the site. The education pages are provided as a public service and are not meant to endorse one site over another nor to endorse any commercial enterprise. Site suggestions are welcome, although all suggestions will go through a screening process. In order to suggest a site for inclusion, email the planning department webmaster.
A site provided by the University of Colorado. The site provides an excellent overview to Map Projections and cartography.
THE MATHEMATICS OF CARTOGRAPHY
A website covering the mathematics of mapping, including background material, problems, resources, lesson plans, and references.
LEARNING THE COMPASS: Introduction to Geography
This site provides a guide to teaching students about Compass Directions.
LATITUDE (linked through AbsoluteAuthority.com)
This site provides a compendium of information on cartography, the use of maps and cartographic tools, as well as a historical perspective on the impact of the discovery of latitude, longitude, and invention and use of navigational tools. In addition, the site authors provide an extensive list of online educational materials on cartography, geography, and related sciences.
An online mapping site, including a world atlas and city guides.
COLOR LANDFORM ATLAS OF THE UNITED STATES
The map collection is organized by state and provides a variety of maps for use in the classroom. For example, the Virginia map page includes a shaded relief map, a county map, a satellite image, and a Virginia map from 1895, as well as other materials.
Housed at the University of Virginia, the cultural maps collection is a digital American Historical Atlas and provides a broad range of materials, as well as links to other collections and resources.
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