When I was an officer with the Educational Technology Division (ETD) of the Ministry of Education (MOE), Singapore , some of the most exciting experiences I had was when I worked with schools using sophisticated Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment and Geographic Information System (GIS) on two projects (see here and here) . I was new then to the technology but I learned in a very short time the use of the equipment as I had to test it in the field for its potential educational benefits, and then teach it. GIS turned out to be a wonderful tool for me.

Today, I have a chance to renew my acquaintance with GIS and GPS. Only difference with what I did six years ago is Google Maps. I am now in the midst of testing a GPS receiver and tying it with GIS and Google Maps. I am keen to offer mys ervices to schools again so students can learn to use these wonderful tools. The use of this tools will of course mean extending the classsroom beyond the four walls of the traditional classroom. Learning can become more authentic. I look forward to sharing with you my experiences with GPS, GIS and Google Maps.