Spatial technology includes any software or hardware that interacts with real world locations.  Since everything is 'somewhere' on the earth's surface, spatial technologies have a broad range of uses across industry and education. 

Whether recording data for a location using GPS (Global Positioning System), exploring the world with NASA's "World Wind" or experiencing a virtual field trip of a city with "Geoflight", there are many worthwhile resources for the classroom that can develop students' understanding of place and space.  The most commonly used and effective spatial technology for spatial analysis and investigation is GIS (Geographic Information System). 

What are Spatial Technologies?  What is GIS and how is it used in the classroom? (view virtual presentation)

For further information, explore the links following links:        

Factsheet                GIS in the Classroom  

Some information websites are available for getting started in Australia and around the world.  Check out the links below to explore further:

 Tasmania's www.spatialeducation.com is designed to encourage meaningful experiences with spatial technologies in schools.

 ESRI Australia's GIS in Schools site www.esrisaustralia.com.au/schools provides information, curriculum ideas and resources aimed at teachers.

 My Wonderful World www.mywonderfulworld.org is aimed at parents, teachers and students, providing information, games, resources and challenges to improve spatial literacy in an engaging way.