GPS Session Summaries by Jeannette Shaffer https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy After completing each session activity and posting and reading the discussion forum, share your key takeaway and highlights for the session. Click the + button under each session heading below to share. This is meant to be a quick highlight of an "aha moment" or showcase a classmate's idea and not a repost of your discussion forum. en-us 2022-05-19 18:13:52 UTC 2022-11-06 21:11:44 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4ac.png Global Position System mauricewright https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2212445818 I use GPS when I travel and looking for certain buildings.]]> 2022-06-06 16:46:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2212445818 Trip Plans https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2214026823 I am looking forward to developing some GPS skills that will support my safe travels when kayaking the James River. Being able to share my location with family will increase the safety during the adventure. ]]> 2022-06-07 19:36:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2214026823 GPS https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2218692975 Students can use this as a way to really engage in their learning! They can also use it to share more about themselves and where they come from with the class.]]> 2022-06-12 17:51:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2218692975 Engagement and Team Building https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2219546843 One take-away from reading what others posted and reviewing the resources is that GPS can be a great way to increase engagement in lessons and also promote team building.]]> 2022-06-13 13:24:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2219546843 Cross-curricular ties. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2219969942 Beyond the nuts and bolts of ground stations, receivers, and satellites, GPS is an excellent platform to build a multidisciplinary unit. The math, science, history and language arts applications abound. These interdisciplinary applications can be tailored to meet any age and ability level. I enjoyed the reading portion this week. It opened my eyes to possible classroom applications I had never considered. I was aware of basic Google Earth processes but digging deeper, it offers many options that demand higher order thinking from students. ]]> 2022-06-13 21:10:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2219969942 Cross-Curricular ambashore https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2220050061 I enjoyed reading the articles and my fellow classmates. I certainly am not a pro when it comes to using GPS other than the usual directional uses. I also found it pretty neat how many satellites are in the sky that connect with the ground and then to our devices. There are so many uses for GPS, it's crazy. I am looking forward to learning from my peers' experiences and diving deeper into conversations about the wide uses GPS can bring to the classroom and engage students across the curriculum.]]> 2022-06-13 23:43:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2220050061 This feature is an adventure for me, my social studies skills class can pretend that we are on a journey trying to navigate to find historical events locations and compare present to past. mauricewright https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2220847153 2022-06-14 14:07:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2220847153 Using science in English https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2224260961 I'm loving that this will help me engage with my students with something tech-y, and it will allow them to use their phones in a meaningful way for class. This will help build a rapport, since I'll be "speaking their language" of smartphones with them. ]]> 2022-06-17 20:10:05 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2224260961 GNSS vs GPS https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2224261590 It's encouraging to learn that GNSS is the cooperation (yes, cooperation!) between China, Europe, Russia, and the U.S. ]]> 2022-06-17 20:11:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2224261590 Woah! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2225151481 I am just so fascinated by the existence of GPS now. Technology from the pre-1980s that the largest powers of the world have all agreed to word together on for the betterment of everyone? I would not have thought that was possible!]]> 2022-06-20 00:16:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2225151481 Navigation ambashore https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2226035571 I enjoyed this week's activity with using the GPS Investigation Date Sheet to find the latitude, longitude, and elevation. I feel the videos, while on a basic level, were done well, making it easy to understand and follow along. GPS is a valuable tool to use when biking, hiking, or exploring in remote areas, which is something I enjoy doing.]]> 2022-06-20 19:36:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2226035571 Accuracy - decimals https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2226101967 This is clearly a way engage my STEM-y kids in English class. It's also going to be a vehicle by which my students can communicate with each other through numbers, even if they can't speak a common verbal language. ]]> 2022-06-20 21:49:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2226101967 GPS for all. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2227197377 I did not know that there were so many other countries using GPS systems. I believe data is a great thing, so verifying information amongst countries using GPS can help collaboration between nations on things such as the climate crisis. Very cool.]]> 2022-06-21 23:04:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2227197377 This session showed me that I have been too limited in my thinking how to use GPS in the classroom to teach skills! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2229054548 2022-06-23 17:06:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2229054548 I found this to be frustrating in terms of trying to find the elevation! I have to practice more! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2229100238 2022-06-23 18:24:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2229100238 Geocaching can be a great team building activity to enhance team-building skills and critical thinking! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2229805346 2022-06-24 13:13:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2229805346 Place value https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2229815369 With coordinates changing to the hundred thousandth of a degree or more, navigating in smaller environments such as within a building could be difficult. I wonder if switching to a different format would clear up challenges students with visual processing deficits may experience? ]]> 2022-06-24 13:25:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2229815369 Location intelligence allows for more then just data to be analyze but allows for a more full visual of a specific location. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2230092615 2022-06-24 23:24:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2230092615 A HA Moment https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2230487967 Finding the elevation on the app I was using for this weeks assignment was my main take away (LOL).]]> 2022-06-26 02:53:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2230487967 Wonderful way to recreate https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2230771842 The family had a lot of fun trekking through the woods in search of the caches located so close to out house. My daughter is into it for sure and is looking for other places to go soon. What a nice way to work together instead of our usual game night where it's not out of the question that somebody winds up with tears. ]]> 2022-06-26 20:05:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2230771842 Caching https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2230838765 This activity was a lot of fun. Can be enjoyed by so many no matter your age. I think this would be an awesome idea to incorporate in team building activities for athletes to work together to find a solution. Would be neat to try some of the harder level caches to navigate the different terrain and solving additional puzzles to find the caches.]]> 2022-06-26 23:47:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2230838765 https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2231630429 Geocaching is a fun activity where you can be a detective finding lots of goodies. I didn't know it existed my family tried at first they just looked at me and said that's fun and scary. I am going to use it in a lesson at school using riddles for finding items for a team building assignment]]> 2022-06-27 16:49:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2231630429 Data galore! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2233438242 I really liked how much information these GPS give you in comparison to Google Maps - there is so much data! Now, this can also make it more overwhelming, but also very interesting.]]> 2022-06-29 13:54:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2233438242 Geocaching at home and at school https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2233649306 I can really see how geocaching has appeal for all ages and settings! It uses a tool that we all have at our finger tips and puts it to a greater use. It also just occurred to me, that I could see some interesting uses for PE teachers, to get kids up and moving but in a different way than traditional PE activities. The possibilities are endless!]]> 2022-06-29 20:05:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2233649306 Look out! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2235722903 Geocaching is a fun way to use navigation skills through your smartphone. However, be careful of your surroundings and hide the treasure from the mugglers - LOL]]> 2022-07-03 03:59:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2235722903 navigation https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2237509226 I thought this was exciting! I really liked looking at the differences of longitude, latitude and elevation from many places !]]> 2022-07-05 21:15:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2237509226 Geocaching https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2237513720 This is such a fun activity to get people outside! (reminds me almost of pokemon go! -throwback!) ]]> 2022-07-05 21:29:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2237513720 Now I know! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2238385100 Downloading and saving the map before you enter the area with little to no cell towers will help get you around.]]> 2022-07-06 22:36:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2238385100 Something I learned https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239001409 I never really ventured too far off the grid where I didn't have reception for too long. But, moving forward, I do think it's super important to download maps / routes and save prior to a trip  just in case.]]> 2022-07-07 14:14:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239001409 Patience! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239063836 This was the most challenging activity so far for me. Being patient is important when trying something new. I needed also think outside the box! Good lesson.]]> 2022-07-07 15:55:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239063836 Guide https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239210601 GPS is a guide that will get you from point A to point B.]]> 2022-07-07 21:42:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239210601 applications of a google earth tour https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239857704 I found the juices flowing when creating my google earth tour this week. There are many applications and cross-curricular opportunities. Potentially, there is room for collaborative efforts across the team. ]]> 2022-07-08 16:40:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239857704 Urban Planning https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239891732 I wonder if there is greater use in the private verse public sector when it comes to location intelligence. The benefits urban planning and responsible development could use this technology to assess density, traffic flow, etc and make more informed data driven decisions that improve the outcomes. ]]> 2022-07-08 18:15:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2239891732 GPS usually I use aGPS but I also have used the GPS in my gopro and another called Draggy that will allow you to get speed data and other services but it doesn't do location info. For my classes, it would be better to use aGPS because that's what my students would use. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2240257041 2022-07-09 21:17:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2240257041 so many apps that use location Im glad my iphone limits this data https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2240257467 2022-07-09 21:18:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2240257467 Art on the go https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2240517496 This was a fun challenge! I would definitely try this again with some more knowledge about how the map comes out under my belt. But, I see my elementary schoolers even having fun "scribbling" with their movements.]]> 2022-07-10 20:26:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2240517496 Tracking my route https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2241001020 This is very fun and challenging tracking your route to different places your footprints are everywhere.]]> 2022-07-11 12:30:06 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2241001020 Indoor Mapping https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2241840883 Location intelligence certainly has it's advantages and besides providing analytical data, it provides visuals of locations. I specifically enjoyed the indoor mapping. Never realized just how phones knew maps of buildings from the inside and how easy it is to navigate large buildings such as auditoriums, museums, hospitals schools, etc. amazing!]]> 2022-07-12 12:51:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2241840883 Technology at it's finest! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2242271891 Main takeaway - smartphones can pick up your location by the click of a button. I can never rap my mind around this.]]> 2022-07-13 02:32:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2242271891 Making the abstract more concrete https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244128914 As we progressed through the content, I kept coming back to the notion that through a carefully designed lesson progression, the abstract becomes more concrete. This applies to local and world maps, battlefield engagements, geography and geology of distant places. Integrating this technology can allow particular students to exhibit strengths that they cannot in more traditional assessment measures. ]]> 2022-07-15 13:01:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244128914 New ideas! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244282408 I learned from other people a little more about the Gaia app! I can't wait to put it into action!]]> 2022-07-15 19:22:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244282408 Tech https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244284164 Tech is so advanced, it never ceases to amaze me! Just based on location yelp reviews, recommendations and even where you parked your car comes up on your phone!]]> 2022-07-15 19:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244284164 M. Smith- Implementing a GPS based lesson must be easy for students to use to first learn the basics, and then ideally builds on skills that they will need for future courses or activities independently. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244837989 2022-07-17 18:00:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244837989 Putting it all together https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244932938 Students can lead the learning process while in the community with the guidance of teachers, parent volunteers, and experts from various organizations. Adding the aspect of GPS to the project will allow students to find and discovery many possibilities.]]> 2022-07-18 00:33:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2244932938 Combining https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2246148680 GPS has various uses and can be used with any age range. Teachers guide younger students and as students grow from elementary to HS, students can be more independent with the functions and uses of GPS in the community or school grounds to find locations or go on scavenger hunts and implement those findings to make connections in their environment.]]> 2022-07-19 12:11:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2246148680 Experience https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2246182845 Learning how to incorporate GPS into the school curriculum has been fun and a learning experience. Learning how to use coordinates to see the past and present events by using online learning. I’ll continue to use my learning experience in all of the subjects I teach.

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This is a wonderful tool to use and understand, I didn’t realize it had so many useful features how to navigate by using a handheld device. I’ll continue using what I’ve learned and apply to my lesson plans for learning for future use. 

]]> 2022-07-19 13:23:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2246189449 Applications https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2246963417 The applications of GPS are cross-curricular in nature. The content seems like an ideal springboard to get teachers and students collaborating and actively engaged in acquiring new skills. ]]> 2022-07-20 14:50:05 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2246963417 GPS tracking (and drawing) https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2247747845 I've forgotten to keep up with this padlet, but I thoroughly enjoyed this culminating project and needed all the previous steps to get here! Enduring idea: I need to get over my concern that "kids these days" can't even locate there whereabouts on a paper map: they clearly don't need to. Instead, I need to embrace all the benefits of GPS and how interactive it can be. ]]> 2022-07-21 19:02:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2247747845 It was cool I think it would be better if it was free but i understand they have to support the app. wonder if the county would pay for the students to use this as a way to be active on the campus. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2248062572 2022-07-22 07:01:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2248062572 Location, location, location https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2248535181 I really like that this week brought up the concept of learning about the area where you are and the benefits of this. This ties to engagement and authenticity because students are excited to learn about the things and places they might see everyday.]]> 2022-07-23 14:14:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2248535181 Final product https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2249322055 I really enjoyed working on my final product and it was helpful to bring it the abstract concept of GPS to a more practical usage for my elementary schoolers. I am excited for them to use their scavenger hunt in exactly one month (ah!).]]> 2022-07-25 14:19:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2249322055 project https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2250801808 I really enjoyed making my scavenger hunt and then looking at others projects to see how else I could use this in my classroom this year. ]]> 2022-07-27 22:46:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2250801808 Guide https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2303001315 Helps me get from point A to B provided you can get service. It is a life saver.

]]> 2022-09-19 13:38:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2303001315 Fun https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2303005454 My son and I have been walking through parks and trails for years to get outside.  This has added to our trips and taken us to some very cool places that we wouldn't have seen otherwise.

]]> 2022-09-19 13:39:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2303005454 https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2305093362 As a former special education teacher I will be looking at activities with this population in mind. Are there activities that are shared that can be modified/adapted to support students with disabilities? ]]> 2022-09-20 14:33:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2305093362 Using the GPS https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2307449213 I personally struggle with modern technology, and I am thrilled to learn more ways to use the GPS for navigation and teaching, both in my personal life with my kids and with students. ]]> 2022-09-21 18:59:30 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2307449213 Learned something new https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2308594972 I have an understanding now of GPS and how it works. Also, I see how all the acronyms come together to form the GNSS and that GPS is the name for the American system.]]> 2022-09-22 11:46:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2308594972 Application to my classroom https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2310572140 I'm really interested to see how we can apply this to the classroom! I'm also happy to see that we have teachers from lots of different fields in our group! My school is very "technology savvy", and I think the kids will really enjoy something new and exciting like this. ]]> 2022-09-23 14:10:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2310572140 https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2310801289 Using Google Maps daily I feel comfortable with the features I need to navigate while driving and walking places. If I had to use it off road it would take more practice and I could see becoming frustrated with it. The GAIA appears to be better suited to off-road types of travel so I will keep that in mind if I ever navigate from my couch to a hiking trail.]]> 2022-09-23 16:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2310801289 GNSS https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2317902893 I did not understand the way that satellites worked before this week! Honestly, my mind is kind of blown by how many other countries have satellites as well, and how we all work together. So interesting. ]]> 2022-09-28 16:55:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2317902893 Stirring some ideas https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2322559010 I think I might consider creating a geocache-like scavenger hunt where I teach. Or, alternatively, have the students find GPS locations of classrooms they frequent. Hmm...]]> 2022-10-02 12:13:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2322559010 New Apps https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2326177039 I do feel a bit overwhelmed by GAIA, but I think that it's a really beneficial app! I think we're all so used to Google Maps and Waze! I know I am! I'm really interested in trying this on a walk to get some practice in.]]> 2022-10-04 17:29:12 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2326177039 https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2329664848 I used the app Pure GPS and I found it to be very user friendly. I would love to use Waze and Pure GPS to show my kids and students how they can use the GPS apps to map a walk or be able to find their exact locations on a map or globe!]]> 2022-10-06 16:04:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2329664848 Geocaching https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2332563818 It was nice to dive into the Geocaching app again. Since NOVA is both historical and technological, the number of geocaches that are in the vicinity are plentiful.]]> 2022-10-09 16:09:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2332563818 I have know about geocaching for a while and always thought about trying it. I could see really getting hooked on this activity. While watching and reading about geocaching I am concerned about asking kids to not let people see them looking for the cache. "Don't let muggles see you. They might come and take it." Hiding actions and activities from others is not a good thing to encourage -- even it it's for this fun activity. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2333728575 2022-10-10 15:03:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2333728575 Fun exploration! https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2336205553 This was my first geocaching experience, and it was amazing! My kids loved it and we had so much fun exploring outside. I really appreciate how the geocaching app allows you to see how challenging the cache is to find. I think this allows you to know what you might be getting into. This was such a fun adventurous experience, and I am so excited to do more of this with my family!]]> 2022-10-12 01:31:36 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2336205553 Geocaching https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2340841846 I had no idea what geocaching was. I've seen people post about it on social media, but have had no experience with it on my own. This can be a great tool to keep kids engaged and learning outside of the classroom. The app is fairly easy to use. I'm excited to figure out how to create one on my own. DEFINITELY need practice first!]]> 2022-10-14 18:17:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2340841846 Geocaching https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2342235170 This could be a great entry point for students to become acquainted with alternatives that can be had with gps. It can be an easy tie in with several math, historical, and scientific concepts. I can't help but think that this could be as infectious with students as the gps pokemon was several years ago.]]> 2022-10-16 23:58:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2342235170 Drawing with maps https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2347513785 This was a fun activity. It took me a little bit of time to get the handle of it and I learned it is very challenging to map nice circles. But I think this would be a great idea for teaching students about shapes!]]> 2022-10-19 17:38:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2347513785 This was a really fun activity that I think I could do better with practice. Very cool. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2348926016 2022-10-20 12:14:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2348926016 Artwork with GPS https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2349372798 I had a fun time with this activity! I think that there are many directions (pardon the pun) that could be taken with the artwork piece. I can definitely see this as an extension activity after concerts are over, or at the end of the school year. Fun!]]> 2022-10-20 16:26:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2349372798 It's something https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2352359989 Although a novel experience, I can't help but think I would get a series of American Vandal inspired drawings.]]> 2022-10-23 15:20:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2352359989 I've seen this before as a friend would draw routes when he was out cycling. It was fun to see his designs. My two designs were basic. I really should spend a longer period of time planning out the design and a route to attempt it. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2358963733 2022-10-27 12:25:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2358963733 As with everything there are pros and cons. While we don't want to be tracked, it's a great resource to open the map and find nearby restaurants. Whenever I watch true crime dramas, location intelligence can help crack a case -- either finding a missing person or linking the crime to a suspect. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2358966522 2022-10-27 12:27:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2358966522 Navigating safely and independently is crucial for people with special needs. The application needs to be user friendly but allow self-sufficiency and above all, safety. Several years ago I saw a my school district partner with the ARC to pilot a new navigation app for people with disabilities. I am sure this app is now obsolete or has been updated so many times I wouldn't recognize it. https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2358969127 2022-10-27 12:29:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2358969127 Find the fun https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2359939253 There are ways that location intelligence can be used for both good and bad things. I do love that it can be used to help find missing children and help us find our way to different locations fairly easily. I don't like thinking that others can track my location through my phone, but sometimes I have to overlook the bad and just appreciate the blessings. I love playing Pokémon go with my boys and husband and I am thankful for location intelligence. ]]> 2022-10-28 01:52:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2359939253 I was within range... https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2362317686 I think with many of the apps available, it requires the user to get within a certain distance. That can be a plus if used intelligently. If an app had students visiting a location that can be easily viewed from a distance, then what could be included at that location to force the users of the app to truly look.  For example, Kilroy was here is not something you can quickly spot at the WWII monument in DC.]]> 2022-10-30 20:09:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2362317686 Fun https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2367159166 Getting outside to put together all the things we learned was a great finish to the class.]]> 2022-11-02 18:04:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2367159166 Creative and Active Learning https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2368847380 I loved this course and hearing what ideas others have for making learning fun, interactive and creative! Using the GPS to make maps, art, go geocaching and other things was wonderful! I learned a lot! Any time I can take a class outside for an activity I think that is so important. Using creative ideas to make learning interesting and fun is the key to being a great teacher! ]]> 2022-11-03 17:14:06 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2368847380 Implementing https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2371140608 This course was a lot of fun! I enjoyed seeing how others used the apps and created different lesson plans to use with their students. It'll be a class that I can recommend to others as well. ]]> 2022-11-05 15:47:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2371140608 Well now... https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2372010452 It was great to get acquainted with GPS games that I usually don't delve into. I'm also looking forward to implementing my lesson plan the next time they pull the bikes out of the shed in the spring. :)]]> 2022-11-06 21:11:44 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannetteshaffer/818mskcjx8y8heuy/wish/2372010452