Dr. Alice Christie's Website

Dr. Alice Christie was a K-12 teacher for twenty five years. She earned her PhD in Educational Technology and Language and Literacy from Arizona State University in 1995. In addition to her helpful website, she now conducts workshops nationally and internationally. Dr. Christie LOVES being an educator.

One aspect of her site is focused on GPS Technology and GeoCaching. GPS is a technology tool that's only been open for use by the public since May 1, 2000. Most people use a GPS to locate and map a destination, and track the estimated time of arrival. However, a GPS can be useful for so much more!

GeoCaching is a scavenger hunt. With a GPS, you can locate "treasures" - GeoCaching! In essence, students would learn how to use a GSP by GeoCaching. Students can have fun (via a scavenger hunt) while learning at the same time!

My ideal location within the school system would be a 6th grade math teacher. I would partner with my science or geography teacher for a group project because GPS and GeoCaching can be used for multiple subjects. Math to calculate distances and the time taken between them. Science or geography for studying the Earth.

We would hide several objects on campus. We'd give a (introductory and basic) lesson on how to use a GPS. Then, we'd announce the GeoCaching assignment and list the treasures hidden. Kids are naturally competitive, so we'd divide them into groups. We'd assist along the way because it's true -- we learn more by HANDS-ON vs. READING ABOUT IT.