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This Latitude, Longitude, and Direction: Angle from the Equator interactive also includes:
Which has the higher IQ, latitude or longitude? Longitude because it has 360 degrees! The interactive introduces the way latitude is measured and why it can never have more than 90 degrees. A handful of challenge questions encourage pupils to apply their learning.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Connect the idea of latitude, longitude, and elevation to the way GPS works
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
- Relies on prior knowledge of angles, degrees, and the equator
Pros
- Offers hints for struggling scholars
- Does not require a large amount of class time
Cons
- None