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Google Earth and Virtual Visualizations in Geoscience Education and Research
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Steven J. Whitmeyer;
Steven J. Whitmeyer
Department of Geology & Environmental Science, James Madison University, Memorial Hall, MSC 6903, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807, USA
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John E. Bailey;
John E. Bailey
Scenarios Network for Alaska & Arctic Planning, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, Alaska 99709, USA
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Declan G. De Paor;
Declan G. De Paor
Department of Physics, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USA
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Tina Ornduff
Tina Ornduff
Google Inc., 1600 Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View, California 94043, USA
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Geological Society of America
Copyright:
© 2012 Geological Society of America
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9780813724928
Publication date:
October 01, 2012
Google Earth and Virtual Visualizations in Geoscience Education and Research
Editor(s): Steven J. Whitmeyer, John E. Bailey, Declan G. De Paor, Tina Ornduff
https://doi.org/10.1130/9780813724928
ISBN (print): 9780813724928
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Published: 2012
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Table of Contents
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Introduction: The application of Google Geo Tools to geoscience education and researchAuthor(s)J.E. Bailey;J.E. BaileyScenarios Network for Alaska & Arctic Planning, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks 99709, USASearch for other works by this author on:S.J. Whitmeyer;S.J. WhitmeyerDepartment of Geology and Environmental Science, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807, USASearch for other works by this author on:D.G. De PaorD.G. De PaorDepartment of Physics, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Channel widths, landslides, faults, and beyond: The new world order of high-spatial resolution Google Earth imagery in the study of earth surface processesAuthor(s)G. Burch Fisher;G. Burch FisherDepartment of Earth Science, University of California, Santa Barbara, California, USASearch for other works by this author on:Colin B. Amos;Colin B. AmosDepartment of Earth and Planetary Science, University of California, Berkeley, California, USASearch for other works by this author on:Bodo Bookhagen;Bodo BookhagenDepartment of Geography, University of California, Santa Barbara, California, USASearch for other works by this author on:Douglas W. Burbank;Douglas W. BurbankDepartment of Earth Science, University of California, Santa Barbara, California, USASearch for other works by this author on:Vincent GodardVincent GodardCEREGE, CNRS-UMR6635, Aix-Marseille Université, Aix-en-Provence, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:
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Google Earth and geologic research in remote regions of the developing world: An example from the Western Desert of EgyptAuthor(s)Barbara J. Tewksbury;Barbara J. TewksburyGeosciences Department, Hamilton College, 198 College Hill Road, Clinton, New York 13323, USASearch for other works by this author on:Asmaa A.K. Dokmak;Asmaa A.K. DokmakGeology Department, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Elhamy A. Tarabees;Elhamy A. TarabeesGeology Department, Faculty of Science, Damanhour University, Damanhour, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Ahmed S. MansourAhmed S. MansourGeology Department, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:
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Lidar and Google Earth: Simplifying access to high-resolution topography dataAuthor(s)Christopher J. CrosbyChristopher J. CrosbySan Diego Supercomputer Center, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093-0505, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Enhancing usability of near-surface geophysical data in archaeological surveys via Google EarthAuthor(s)Caitlyn M. Williams;Caitlyn M. WilliamsDepartment of Earth & Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-1410, USASearch for other works by this author on:Gregory S. Baker;Gregory S. BakerDepartment of Earth & Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-1410, USASearch for other works by this author on:Bradley A. AultBradley A. AultDepartment of Classics, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York, 14260, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Workshops, community outreach, and KML for visualization of marine resources in the Grenadine IslandsAuthor(s)Meg E. Stewart;Meg E. StewartCentre for Resources Management and Environmental Studies, University of the West Indies, Cave Hill campus, Barbados, West IndiesSearch for other works by this author on:Kimberly BaldwinKimberly BaldwinCentre for Resources Management and Environmental Studies, University of the West Indies, Cave Hill campus, Barbados, West IndiesSearch for other works by this author on:
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Geoscience applications of client/server scripts, Google Fusion Tables, and dynamic KMLAuthor(s)Declan G. De Paor;Declan G. De PaorDepartment of Physics, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:Steven J. Whitmeyer;Steven J. WhitmeyerDepartment of Geology & Environmental Science, James Madison University, Memorial Hall, MSC 6903, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807, USASearch for other works by this author on:Mano Marks;Mano MarksDeveloper Advocate, Google Geo Team, Google Inc., Mountain View, California, USASearch for other works by this author on:John E. BaileyJohn E. BaileyScenarios Network for Alaska & Arctic Planning, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, Alaska 99709, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Designing interactive screen overlays to enhance effectiveness of Google Earth geoscience resourcesAuthor(s)Mladen M. DordevicMladen M. DordevicDepartment of Physics, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Geomorphological analysis of coastal depositional systems in SE Brazil aided by Google Earth coupled with the integration of chronological and sedimentological data by means of a Google Fusion TableAuthor(s)André Zular;André ZularDepartamento de Geologia Sedimentar e Ambiental, Instituto de Geociências, Universidade de São Paulo, BrazilSearch for other works by this author on:Carlos C.F. Guedes;Carlos C.F. GuedesDepartamento de Geologia Sedimentar e Ambiental, Instituto de Geociências, Universidade de São Paulo, BrazilSearch for other works by this author on:Vinícius R. Mendes;Vinícius R. MendesDepartamento de Geologia Sedimentar e Ambiental, Instituto de Geociências, Universidade de São Paulo, BrazilSearch for other works by this author on:André O. Sawakuchi;André O. SawakuchiDepartamento de Geologia Sedimentar e Ambiental, Instituto de Geociências, Universidade de São Paulo, BrazilSearch for other works by this author on:Paulo C.F. Giannini;Paulo C.F. GianniniDepartamento de Geologia Sedimentar e Ambiental, Instituto de Geociências, Universidade de São Paulo, BrazilSearch for other works by this author on:Ana P.B. Tanaka;Ana P.B. TanakaDepartamento de Geologia Sedimentar e Ambiental, Instituto de Geociências, Universidade de São Paulo, BrazilSearch for other works by this author on:Milene Fornari;Milene FornariDepartamento de Geologia Sedimentar e Ambiental, Instituto de Geociências, Universidade de São Paulo, BrazilSearch for other works by this author on:Daniel R. Nascimento, Jr.Daniel R. Nascimento, Jr.Departamento de Geologia Sedimentar e Ambiental, Instituto de Geociências, Universidade de São Paulo, BrazilSearch for other works by this author on:
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Visualization of spatial and temporal trends in Louisiana water usage using Google Fusion TablesAuthor(s)Jeffrey A. Nunn;Jeffrey A. NunnDepartment of Geology & Geophysics, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USASearch for other works by this author on:Lauren BentleyLauren BentleyDepartment of Petroleum Engineering, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Extreme dynamic mapping: Animals map themselves on the “Cloud”Author(s)Eugene Potapov;Eugene PotapovBryn Athyn College, College Drive, Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania 19009, USASearch for other works by this author on:Valery HronusovValery Hronusov“Inform++ Ltd,” Shatrova St, 20-25, Perm 614064, RussiaSearch for other works by this author on:
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The new frontier of interactive, digital geologic maps: Google Earth–based multi-level maps of Virginia geologyAuthor(s)Owen P. Shufeldt;Owen P. ShufeldtDepartment of Geology & Environmental Science, James Madison University, Memorial Hall MSC 6903, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807, USASearch for other works by this author on:Steven J. Whitmeyer;Steven J. WhitmeyerDepartment of Geology & Environmental Science, James Madison University, Memorial Hall MSC 6903, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807, USASearch for other works by this author on:Christopher M. BaileyChristopher M. BaileyGeology Department, College of William & Mary, McGlothlin-Street Hall 215, Williamsburg, Virginia 23187, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Automated export of GIS maps to Google Earth: Tool for research and teachingAuthor(s)Peter L. GuthPeter L. GuthDepartment of Oceanography, U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland 21402, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Transferring maps and data from pre-digital era theses to Google Earth: A case study from the Vredefort Dome, South AfricaAuthor(s)C. Simpson;C. SimpsonOld Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:D.G. De Paor;D.G. De PaorOld Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:M.R. Beebe;M.R. BeebeOld Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:J.M. StrandJ.M. StrandOld Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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A test of the three-point vector method to determine strike and dip utilizing digital aerial imagery and topographyAuthor(s)Leslie E. HasbargenLeslie E. HasbargenDepartment of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, State University of New York, College at Oneonta, Oneonta, New York 13820, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Applications of Google Earth Pro to fracture and fault studies of Laramide anticlines in the Rocky Mountain forelandAuthor(s)David R. Lageson;David R. LagesonDepartment of Earth Sciences, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana 59717, USASearch for other works by this author on:Martin C. Larsen;Martin C. LarsenDepartment of Earth Sciences, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana 59717, USASearch for other works by this author on:Helen B. Lynn;Helen B. LynnDepartment of Earth Sciences, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana 59717, USASearch for other works by this author on:Whitney A. TreadwayWhitney A. TreadwayDepartment of Earth Sciences, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana 59717, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Geology from real field to 3D modeling and Google Earth virtual environments: Methods and goals from the Apennines (Furlo Gorge, Italy)Author(s)Mauro De Donatis;Mauro De DonatisDiSTeVA—Department of Earth, Life and Environmental Sciences, Università degli Studi di Urbino “Carlo Bo,” Urbino, ItalySearch for other works by this author on:Sara Susini;Sara SusiniDiSTeVA—Department of Earth, Life and Environmental Sciences, Università degli Studi di Urbino “Carlo Bo,” Urbino, ItalySearch for other works by this author on:Marco FoiMarco FoiDiSTeVA—Department of Earth, Life and Environmental Sciences, Università degli Studi di Urbino “Carlo Bo,” Urbino, ItalySearch for other works by this author on:
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Creating interactive 3-D block diagrams from geologic maps and cross-sectionsAuthor(s)Paul KarabinosPaul KarabinosDepartment of Geosciences, Williams College, Williamstown, Massachusetts 01267, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Terrain modification in Google Earth using SketchUp: An example from the Western Blue Ridge of TennesseeAuthor(s)Jesse S. Hill;Jesse S. HillDepartment of Earth Sciences, Tennessee Tech University, Cookeville, Tennessee 38506, USASearch for other works by this author on:Michael J. HarrisonMichael J. HarrisonDepartment of Earth Sciences, Tennessee Tech University, Cookeville, Tennessee 38506, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Interacting with existing 3D photorealistic outcrop models on site and in the lab or classroom, facilitated with an iPad and a PCAuthor(s)Miao Wang;Miao WangDepartment of Geosciences, University of Texas at Dallas, 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, Texas 75080-3021, USASearch for other works by this author on:M. Iris Rodriguez-Gomez;M. Iris Rodriguez-GomezDepartment of Geosciences, University of Texas at Dallas, 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, Texas 75080-3021, USASearch for other works by this author on:Carlos L.V. AikenCarlos L.V. AikenDepartment of Geosciences, University of Texas at Dallas, 800 West Campbell Road, Richardson, Texas 75080-3021, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Virtual fieldwork in geoscience teacher education: Issues, techniques, and modelsAuthor(s)Frank D. Granshaw;Frank D. GranshawPortland Community College, Department of Physical Science, P.O. Box 19000, Portland, Oregon 97280-0990, USASearch for other works by this author on:Don Duggan-HaasDon Duggan-HaasMuseum of the Earth at the Paleontological Research Institution, Ithaca, New York 14850, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Developing virtual field experiences for undergraduates with high-resolution panoramas (GigaPans) at multiple scalesAuthor(s)Jennifer L. Piatek;Jennifer L. PiatekDepartment of Physics and Earth Science, Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, Connecticut 06053, USASearch for other works by this author on:Candace L. Kairies Beatty;Candace L. Kairies BeattyDepartment of Geoscience, Winona State University, Winona, Minnesota 55987, USASearch for other works by this author on:William L. Beatty;William L. BeattyDepartment of Geoscience, Winona State University, Winona, Minnesota 55987, USASearch for other works by this author on:Michael C. Wizevich;Michael C. WizevichDepartment of Physics and Earth Science, Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, Connecticut 06053, USASearch for other works by this author on:Alex SteulletAlex SteulletDepartment of Physics and Earth Science, Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, Connecticut 06053, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Avatars and multi-student interactions in Google Earth–based virtual field experiencesAuthor(s)Mladen M. Dordevic;Mladen M. DordevicDepartment of Physics, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:Steven C. WildSteven C. WildDepartment of Physics, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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A geology-focused virtual field trip to Tenerife, SpainAuthor(s)Nicholas P. Lang;Nicholas P. LangDepartment of Geology, Mercyhurst University, 501 E. 38th Street, Erie, Pennsylvania 16546, USASearch for other works by this author on:Kelley T. Lang;Kelley T. LangCenter for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Gannon University, 109 University Square, Erie, Pennsylvania 16541, USASearch for other works by this author on:Brian M. CamodecaBrian M. CamodecaDepartment of Geology, Mercyhurst University, 501 E. 38th Street, Erie, Pennsylvania 16546, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Moving New York State Geological Association guidebooks into Google EarthAuthor(s)Otto H. MullerOtto H. MullerGeology Department, Alfred University, 1 Saxon Drive, Alfred, New York 14802, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Benedict Arnold's march to Quebec in 1775: An historical characterization using Google EarthAuthor(s)Bruce F. Rueger;Bruce F. RuegerDepartment of Geology, Colby College, 5806 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, Maine 04901-8858, USASearch for other works by this author on:Emma N. BeckEmma N. BeckDepartment of Geology, Colby College, 5806 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, Maine 04901-8858, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Google Earth mashup of the geology in the Presidential Range, New Hampshire: Linking real and virtual field trips for an introductory geology classAuthor(s)J. Dykstra Eusden, Jr.;J. Dykstra Eusden, Jr.Department of Geology, Bates College, Lewiston, Maine 04240, USASearch for other works by this author on:Mathieu Duvall;Mathieu DuvallBates College Imaging and Computer Center, Bates College, Lewiston, Maine 04240, USASearch for other works by this author on:Marita BryantMarita BryantDepartment of Geology, Bates College, Lewiston, Maine 04240, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Google VenusAuthor(s)Declan G. De Paor;Declan G. De PaorDepartment of Physics, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:Vicki L. Hansen;Vicki L. HansenDepartment of Geological Sciences, University of Minnesota Duluth, Duluth, Minnesota 55812, USASearch for other works by this author on:Mladen M. DordevicMladen M. DordevicDepartment of Physics, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Best practices on how to design Google Earth tours for educationAuthor(s)Richard Treves;Richard TrevesSchool of Geography and the Environment, University of Southampton, Southampton SO17 1BJ, UKSearch for other works by this author on:John E. BaileyJohn E. BaileyScenarios Network for Alaska & Arctic Planning, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, Alaska 99709, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Building an education game with the Google Earth application programming interface to enhance geographic literacyAuthor(s)Tsan-Kuang Lee;Tsan-Kuang LeeEducation Technology Services, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania 16802, USASearch for other works by this author on:Laura GuertinLaura GuertinEarth Science, Penn State Brandywine, Media, Pennsylvania 19063, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Developing a scope and sequence for using Google Earth in the middle school earth science classroomAuthor(s)Heather Almquist;Heather AlmquistCollege of Arts and Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula, Montana 59812, USASearch for other works by this author on:Lisa Blank;Lisa BlankDepartment of Curriculum and Instruction, University of Montana, Missoula, Montana 59812, USASearch for other works by this author on:Jennifer EstradaJennifer EstradaCollege of Arts and Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula, Montana 59812, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Google Earth geo-education resources: A transnational approach from Ireland, Iceland, Finland, and NorwayAuthor(s)Ronán Hennessy;Ronán HennessyEarth and Ocean Sciences, National University of Ireland Galway, University Road, Galway, IrelandSearch for other works by this author on:Thorvardur Arnason;Thorvardur ArnasonUniversity of Iceland, Hornafjordur Regional Research Centre, IcelandSearch for other works by this author on:Ilkka Ratinen;Ilkka RatinenDepartment of Teacher Education, University of Jyväskylä, FinlandSearch for other works by this author on:Lena RubensdotterLena RubensdotterGeological Survey of Norway, Trondheim, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:
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Using Google Earth to teach geomorphologyAuthor(s)Holly A.S. DolliverHolly A.S. DolliverUniversity of Wisconsin–River Falls, Department of Plant and Earth Science, 410 S. Third Street, 307 Agricultural Science, River Falls, Wisconsin 54022, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Development of a web-based hydrologic education tool using Google Earth resourcesAuthor(s)Emad Habib;Emad HabibDepartment of Civil Engineering, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, P.O. Box 42991, Lafayette, Louisiana 70504, USASearch for other works by this author on:Yuxin Ma;Yuxin MaCenter for Innovative Learning and Assessment Technologies (CILAT), University of Louisiana at Lafayette, P.O. Box 42051, Lafayette, Louisiana 70504, USASearch for other works by this author on:Douglas WilliamsDouglas WilliamsCenter for Innovative Learning and Assessment Technologies (CILAT), University of Louisiana at Lafayette, P.O. Box 42051, Lafayette, Louisiana 70504, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Oceanography and Google Earth: Observing ocean processes with time animations and student-built ocean driftersAuthor(s)Alfred Hochstaedter;Alfred HochstaedterEarth Science Department, Monterey Peninsula College, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, California 93940, USASearch for other works by this author on:Deidre SullivanDeidre SullivanMarine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) Center, Monterey Peninsula College, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, California 93940, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Testing the effects of prior coursework and gender on geoscience learning with Google EarthAuthor(s)Janice Gobert;Janice GobertSocial Sciences and Policy Studies, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, Massachusetts 01609-2280, USASearch for other works by this author on:Steven C. Wild;Steven C. WildOld Dominion University, Physics Department, 4600 Elkhorn Ave., Norfolk, Virginia 23529, USASearch for other works by this author on:Lisa RossiLisa RossiSocial Sciences and Policy Studies, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, Massachusetts 01609-2280, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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