World History & Geography Virtual Field Trips Google Exploration (Entire Year)

Infuse technology, spark curiosity, integrate critical thinking skills, and bring in multiple perspectives with this year-long virtual field trip bundle! Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, informational text, video, and visuals, your students will have an opportunity to lead their own learning through these interactive virtual field trips. These ready-to-go virtual field trips are a perfect addition to your World History and Geography class as it focuses on early civilizations through the fall of the Western Roman empire.

Early Civilizations Through the Fall of the Western Roman Empire:

Early Civilizations:

Mesopotamia Geography

Ziggurats

Stonehenge

Ancient Egypt:

Egypt Geography

Giza Necropolis

Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple

Ancient Israel:

Ancient Israel Geography

Ancient Phoenicia

Ancient India:

India Geography

Indus Valley

Taj Mahal

Konarak Sun Temple

Ancient China:

China Geography

Great Wall

Silk Road

Terracotta Warriors

Ancient Greece:

Greece Geography

Acropolis of Athens

Ancient Rome:

Rome Geography

Colosseum

Architecture

Entertainment Venues

Temple Architecture

City of Pompeii

Byzantine Empire

Virtual Field Trips Include:

:: Informational Text (build background knowledge)

:: Response Questions (EDITABLE)

:: Google Earth™ Links to 360-degree views

:: Video Links

:: Grading Rubric & Map Skills Answer Keys

:: Everything is set up in Google Slides & ready to go!

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How it Works:

These virtual field trips can be conducted teacher-led or shared with students through Google Classroom as an independent assignment. Everything is set up for you. These resources are LOW PREP and would even make great sub plans. Student directions are found within the lessons, and direct links are included to specific Google Earth™ locations and videos. All work is completed digitally. No printing necessary.

Structure:

These virtual field trips are structured. This means that the informational text and links are meaningful and are meant to lead students to think critically as they respond to the questions throughout the virtual field trip. This is also a great way to keep students accountable as they learn and explore. All response questions are EDITABLE, so you can tailor to your class needs. Students complete this activity in edit mode of Google Slides.

Standards Alignment:

:: Common Core Standards for Reading Informational Text

:: National Council for the Social Studies Standards

:: Washington State Social Studies Standards for 6th grade World Civilizations

:: Tennessee 6th Grade World History & Geography Standards

:: Can crosswalk to many different standards

Grading Rubric:

A grading rubric is included which assesses: accuracy, thoroughness, validity, and writing conventions. Answers will vary throughout, as students are recording their observations and findings. An answer key is included for the map skills slides.

Technology:

Please note that students will need to access Google Earth™ to complete these assignments. Google Earth™ can be accessed on a desktop using Chrome as the browser. If using a tablet or smartphone, simply download the Google Earth App before starting the virtual field trips. Your students will also need access to YouTube to view the video clips.

If you have questions, feel free to reach out prior to purchasing. Looking for another virtual field trip that you don’t see? Let me know! I can be reached directly by email at: michellemcdonald9515@gmail.com

Thank you!

Michelle McDonald, B.A.E.

Social Studies Education, K-12

Elementary Education K-8

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