and scientific reasoning and mathematics competencies (Clements et al., 1997), providing
opportunities for students to practice these skills becomes important to their future
success in science careers. In this study, students with higher spatial ability scored higher
on the unit test and quizzes.
Mapping technologies incorporate spatial visualization tasks using meaningful
content into the science curriculum and are a way to engage all students in spatial
reasoning and problem solving that are important to their future success in these fields.
Mapping technologies have the potential to significantly enhance the teaching and
learning of earth/environmental science concepts by improving problem solving, spatial
data analysis, and supporting interdisciplinary connections.
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