Double asterisks (**) denote the extended mapping project described on the same page. Please see our system requirements for more information. You may need to update your browser or use a different browser. In the list below single asterisks (*) denote the images used in the take-home exam described here. Google Earth Aw snap Google Earth isn't supported on your browser. If you do not have Google Earth, you can download it here. Or, you can download a kmz file of placemarks (Zip Archive 5kB Aug26 10), which includes the locations below plus placemarks for other great locations for mapping. To go to the following places in Google Earth, copy and paste either the lat/lon or the place name into the Google Earth Fly-to box. To save the maps to your computer, right-click on the link.

Elsewhere on this site, we have information on how to teach geologic map interpretation using Google Earth.Ĭomments or suggestions? Contact Barbara Tewksbury (Hamilton College). Note that maps may not appear on the webpage in their full size and resolution. We hope Google implements a solution to this when they add historical imagery to the new browser based Google Earth. Below, you'll find images and location information for some fabulous areas around the world that are suitable for teaching students mapping and map interpretation. DigitalGlobe provides the imagery for download but it. Imagery is seamless and, in many places, high resolution. Google Earth satellite images in many places in the world show bedrock units with strong, contrasting colors in areas with little vegetation. Google Earth is a terrific resource for teaching geologic map interpretation and geologic mapping.

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