Vol. 16, No. 1, March 1978 - "Cartography"
(pp. 1 - 9)
Mamie Louise Anderson; Emeritus Professor
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, Pennsylvania
Abstract
Let us explore the globe. Think how the globe is a symbol for the earth sphere. The globe is our most accurate model for the earth sphere, with the least distortions of area size, shapes, arrangements and distributions of earth features. The globe is an instrument for discovering and comparing spatial relationships concerned with distances, and orientation with directions in the real environment. The globe is a very small scale of the whole large earth sphere.
THE ART OF CREATING MENTAL MAPS
(pp. 9 - 16)
Virginia M. Robinson, Associate Professor
Geography-Earth Science Department
Shippensburg State College
Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Abstract
A simple map in the mind is more valuable than any number of sophisticated maps in an atlas. This is true for those who read anywhere but within reach of an atlas. It is true also for all those who are not prompted to interrupt their reading to search for the location of an unknown place. It therefore is a matter of importance that students be taught how to develop simple mental maps.
PLANNING/ENGINEERING PROFESSION AND THE CARTOGRAPHER
(pp. 17 - 20)
Kenneth Schaublin II; Community Planner
Abstract
Cartography, the art-science of constructing maps, has a long and interesting history which parallels that of man and to a great extent, reflects the degree of cultural evolution during various periods. Map making is perhaps one of the earliest forms of art, because it was art with a purpose. Furthermore, the depiction of a land surface, however small, with sticks, wood, skins, leather, and stones is so universal that it might be considered instinctive. The earliest maps were undoubtedly based on personal experience and familiarity with local conditions, and illustrated paths through forests to neighboring tribes; location of game and water; and direction of enemies. The earliest positive evidence of map making was found in Babylonia, where a survey for the purposes of taxing property was functioning approximately 2300 B.C. There are clay tablets in the British Museum dating to 2300 or 2100 B.C. which contain surveying notes.
(pp. 20 - 35)
George J. Smith; Geographer Teacher
Coatesville Area Schools
Abstract
Teacher made map visuals offer the teacher many innovative and interesting methods of presenting geographic concepts and information to the student. The intent of this article is to present to the classroom teacher some of the types of visuals that can be designed for classroom use, various uses for teacher made map visuals, as well as showing how visuals can be used in a typical classroom lesson.