Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ447875
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1991
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-1341
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Computer Software for Displaying Map Projections and Comparing Distortions.
Wikle, Thomas
Journal of Geography, v90 n6 p264-66 Nov-Dec 1991
Discusses software that educators can use to teach about distortions associated with alternative map projections. Examines the Projection, MicroCAM, World, and Atlas-GIS software programs. Suggests using the software in either introductory or more advanced courses dealing with map design or thematic cartography. Explains how to obtain the programs. (SG)
Descriptors: Cartography, Courseware, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction, Higher Education, Maps
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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