Few studies have examined the specific types and aspects of GST that influence their use or non-use by teachers. It is important to understand what opportunities and challenges teachers face because the findings will guide the design of teacher education programs to enhance teachers’ GST knowledge and skills.
During this panel session, four K–12 geography educators—one middle school teacher, two high school teachers, and one geography club leader—discuss their experiences learning about GST as a tool for teaching geography. In addition, the participants present geospatial lessons they developed and also discuss the opportunities and challenges of curriculum-based usage of GST.
Presentation(s), if applicable
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Non-Presenting Participants Agenda
Role
Participant
Panelist
Lisa Elikan Texas State University
Panelist
Kelly Nolan Texas State University; Oxford School District
Panelist
Jan Rueschhoff Texas State University; Bryan Collegiate High School
Geospatial Technologies into K-12 Classrooms: Opportunities and Challenges for Educators