This is a peer-reviewed educational series of Reusable Learning Objects (RLOs) on Google Earth.
The first presentation gives an introduction to the different coordinate systems provided in Google Earth for reading point coordinates.
The second presentation illustrates how to use different coordinate systems provided in Google Earth for reading coordinates and for determining the precise point position from given coordinates.
The third presentation shows how to create maps in Google Earth with map annotations including placemarks, paths, and polygons in addition to customizing map annotations through icons, images, and videos.
The fourth presentation instructs how to make measurements in Google Earth using lines, paths, polygons, and circles in the Ruler tool, and how to make 3D measurements through investigation of the 3D buildings layer.
The fifth presentation shows how to import a common data types into Google Earth such as GIS vector data. Further, the presentation investigates methods for enhancing the visual experience through the application of style templates.
The sixth presentation provides instructions on how to import common data types into Google Earth including GIS raster data, tabulated data, and GPS data. Further, the presentation investigates methods for enhancing the visual experience through the application of style templates.
The final presentation illustrates advanced data presentation techniques for Google Earth users including how to make maps, how to position and orient photographs, and how to narrate tours.
For more information on the statewide and online Geomatics program at the University of Florida, please visit us at https://flrec.ifas.ufl.edu/geomatics/ (Fort Lauderdale campus) or http://sfrc.ifas.ufl.edu/geomatics/ (Gainesville campus).
