Torrential Rain in Brazil
Torrential rain inundated southeastern Brazil in early January 2012, causing severe damage in multiple states. The floods forced thousands from their homes, damaged roads and homes, and broke through a levee in northern Rio de Janeiro State, according to news reports....Ancient Dry Spells, Megadroughts and the Future of Food
(from NASA) – As parts of Central America and the U.S. Southwest endure some of the worst droughts to hit those areas in decades, scientists have unearthed new evidence about ancient dry spells that suggest the future could bring even more serious water...SEVEN: Human Population Reaches a Milestone
Despite a general decline in birth rates, world population increases by some 83 million people each year. This growth will continue for decades to come, challenging our ability to feed ourselves and to sustain the natural capital on which human societies depend. The...Podcast: More Accurate Elevations from GPS
We discovered a fascinating podcast with NOAA Chief Geodesist Dru Smith, learning how scientists are using measurements of gravity to refine a complex mathematical model of the Earth’s shape, known as the geoid. Once the new model is deployed, the hope is that we’ll...Texas Drought Visible in New National Groundwater Maps
ScienceDaily (Nov. 30, 2011) — The record-breaking drought in Texas that has fueled wildfires, decimated crops and forced cattle sales has also reduced levels of groundwater in much of the state to the lowest levels seen in more than 60 years, according to new...Calling AP Teachers: Submissions Wanted
AP Teachers: Submit your lesson plans to The Geography Teacher for publication! In each issue we try to make sure there are articles that appeal to the AP teacher. In the January 2012 upcoming issue, for example, will be an article about being successful in teaching...Free Online Class: Teaching with GIS
Teaching with GIS: Introduction to Using GIS in the Classroom from ESRI Training List price: Free/Length: 3 hours Today’s students embrace technology outside the classroom, and, when used effectively, technology is an excellent tool to engage students inside the...GeoTech Spotlight: Speaker, Mireya Mayor
We are blessed to have not one but TWO amazing featured lecturers booked for GeoTech 2012! Keep an eye on the blog for monthly GeoTech spotlights, sharing more information on the upcoming event. We hope to see you there! {click here for registration info} Mireya...Call for Presentations for EdUC: due January 2013
Share Your Knowledge at the Esri Education Conference, the Ultimate Event for GIS Education! The call for papers form is now live at: http://www.esri.com/events/educ/participate/presentations.html deadline Jan 13, 2012 As an educator using GIS, you know the benefits...SEVEN: Seven Billion People = Seven Billion Actions from UNESCO
Our first featured resource in our SEVEN program is the 7 billion actions program from UNESCO. Our unique moment in human history represents both an achievement and a challenge, and impacts on every single person on the planet. A world of seven billion has...Introducing: SEVEN
GISetc is excited to launch SEVEN, seven lesson plans over the remaining seven months of school relating to our recent global population surge to seven billion. Over the next seven months, we will feature a great free resource to help you teach in your classroom. Look...