Latitude And Longitude

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Clip: Latitude And Longitude

Discover how latitude and longitude lines help us find places on the globe. Learn about the equator and the hemispheres.

Student Application

Find out the one way a globe is different from a map.


Learning Objectives

  1. Students will understand that globes are excellent models for the purpose of studying the earth, and that there are different globes for different purposes.
  2. Students will realize that a globe is a true three-dimensional model of the earth in the shape of a sphere. A globe can show length and height, like flat maps, but it also ...

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Supporting Activities

  1. Before viewing the video

    1. Show the class a globe. Give small groups of students the opportunity to observe it closely. Then ask the students to tell thing that a globe can teach them. List these items on the board for future reference.
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