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" In this guide you'll find directions for using the measurement tools in Google Maps, directions for creating your own maps, directions for sharing maps, and links to additional resources about using Google Maps in education."

Ways in which to use Google maps...I didn't know you can text them for directions: If you can still eke out an SMS message, you can text GOOGLE with a message formatted as "Directions A to B," substituting a town, ZIP code, or street address for A and B.

"Animaps extends the My Maps feature of Google Maps by letting you create maps with markers that move, images and text that pop up on cue, and lines and shapes that change over time. When you send your Animap to friends it appears like a video - they can play, pause, slow and speed up the action!"

Free thematic Nat Geo maps from Google

"lets you create a virtual tour of just about anyplace on a map. You type in addresses or locations and easily create multiple "stops" that show the Google Street View snapshots of the area. You can also upload your own images. But that's not all. What really makes GeoTrio stand out is the ability to easily make an audio recording for each stop on the map."

Quickmaps allows users to draw a quick map. It is very easy to use but it requires a sign up which is completely free.

Visit historic and architecturally significant landmarks in Italy. You can now explore inside the Colosseum, see ancient wellness centers, and walk along the Appian Way. "

"​Data visualizations for a changing world ​The Google Public Data Explorer makes large datasets easy to explore, visualize and communicate. As the charts and maps animate over time, the changes in the world become easier to understand. You don't have to be a data expert to navigate between different views, make your own comparisons, and share your findings. "

global warming activity using maps 

Google Earth Plug-in Driving Simulator-Very Cool

Welcome To The Center For Teaching History With TechnologyEdTechTeacher presents The Center for Teaching History with Technology, a resource created to help K-12 history and social studies teachers incorporate technology effectively into their courses. Find resources for history and social studies lesson plans, activities, projects, games, and quizzes that use technology. Explore inquiry-based lessons, activities, and projects. Learn about web technologies such as blogs, podcasts, wikis, social networks, Google Docs, ebooks, online maps, virtual field trips, screencasts, online posters, and more. Explore innnovative ways of integrating these tools into the curriculum, watch instructional video tutorials, and learn how others are using technology in the classroom!

The World Wonders Project is a valuable resource for students and scholars who can now virtually discover some of the most famous sites on earth. The project offers an innovative way to teach history and geography to students of primary and secondary schools all over the world. Feel free to download these educational packages for your classroom use.

El proyecto World Wonders Project es un recurso muy valioso para estudiantes y eruditos, ya que permite descubrir virtualmente algunos de los lugares más famosos de la Tierra. Ofrece una forma innovadora de enseñar historia y geografía a estudiantes de todo el mundo. No dudes en descargarte estos paquetes educativos para utilizarlos en clase.

Apple's chief executive has penned an apology following a barrage of criticism caused by its switch to a new maps system. Tim Cook [the new 'Steve Jobs'] acknowledged that users had been frustrated by the move and repeated a pledge to improve the software. In the meantime he suggested users download an alternative product from one of its rivals.

"Pin your history to the world"