Exploring Landforms in Google Earth

The video tutorial guides teachers on using the Fossweb landforms tour with Google Earth. It covers accessing the Earth History module, downloading a KML file, and launching Google Earth. Teachers learn to explore various locations, engage students with questions, and utilize interactive features like 2D/3D views and street view. The tutorial emphasizes customization and student engagement through visual exploration.

What is the first step to access the Fossweb landforms tour on Google Earth?

• Visit the Fossweb teacher page

• Search for landforms on YouTube

• Download a PDF guide

• Open Google Maps

Where can you find the resources by investigation in the Earth History module?

• In the 'Resources' section

• Under the 'My Projects' tab

• In the 'Settings' menu

• On the homepage

What file format is downloaded to view the landforms tour in Google Earth?

• .pdf

• .docx

• .kml

• .jpg

What should you do after launching Google Earth to start the landforms tour?

• Download Google Earth Pro

• Import the KML file

• Create a new Google account

• Search for your school address

How can you view different locations in the landforms tour?

• By using the 'Search' function

• By clicking on the 'Street View' icon

• By opening a new tab

• By double-clicking on the locations

What feature allows you to change the view to 2D or 3D in Google Earth?

• The 'Edit' menu

• The 'Projects' section

• The 'Settings' tab

• The 'View' menu

What can students do while exploring the landforms tour?

• Record a video

• Answer questions

• Write a report

• Create a presentation

What is a unique feature of the landforms tour that students enjoy?

• The ability to print maps

• The zooming in and out of locations

• The option to change languages

• The integration with social media

What can you do if you need to modify the questions in the tour?

• Use a text editor

• Edit them directly in Google Earth

• Contact the support team

• Download a new version

What additional view can be used in Google Earth for a more detailed exploration?

• Satellite view

• Map view

• Terrain view

• Street view