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Exercises: Fulbright-Hays Seminars Abroad |
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Getting Started |
It is recommended
that you print this web page in order to have a hard copy of the instructions
and questions in front of you as you use the ArcIMS browser. Once you have
printed this page you are ready to start the activities listed below. |
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Overview of Activities |
1. Complete the pre-module assessment form. |
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Using ArcIMS |
View the ArcIMS Presentation 3. Click
here
to view the ArcIMS Presentation. You will be using this tool as
part of this module. Use the ArcIMS Browser to expand your knowledge of the historical and cultural geography of Morocco.
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ArcIMS |
INSTRUCTIONS: VIEW ONE When you first enter the ArcIMS viewer, three layers are already visible: Oceans, Topography, and Country outlines. The topographic layer defines the terrain features that sub-divide the landmass. For most of the views in this exercise, and unless instructed, keep these layers visible (checked).Follow the steps below and enjoy your historical and cultural journey in "Morocco: Land of Contrasts." Instructions for turning on and off layers and other hints are provided in bold italics. Hint: Always hit Refresh Map after changing layers. Defining the area Step 1. Locate Morocco on the map. Use the zoom tool to draw an area large enough to encompass all of Morocco. On the enlarged map of Morocco make certain the following layers are visible (checked): Physiography Labels and Topography. a.
Name the three major mountain ranges that are part of the Moroccan topography. Also list
the divisions found in one of the ranges Make the Topography and Vegetation layers
visible. Answer the following questions: Hint:
Remember to refresh with each new layer. Step 2. Add Rivers to Physiography Labels and Topography. Observe the natural shape of the land. Start thinking about how the physical features of the land made it difficult for community to develop. What implications does that have in regard to political, linguistic and economic development? Write an initial short paragraph about such implications. Step 3. Add the European Occupations layer and answer the following questions in complete sentences with direct reference to the question: a.
Who were the first "invaders" (occupying force(s))? Add
Cities layer and be sure that you still have Physiography
Labels visible. d.
What three place names do you readily identify even if only by name? Write
a brief history of Cueta after reading the article found at: f.
Include the role connection with Prince Henry the Navigator. Hint: You will need to use the Legend button on the left-hand side menu.Use the zoom and I tool.* Remember to refresh the new layer. h. Who were the original inhabitants of the land we call Morocco? To
find the answer to this intriguing question, use either website listed
below and write a full page historical sketch of the Berber culture.
Hint: Remember to click the I tool.* Remove Languages layer after you have listed six. Step 5. Click
here
to v
Write
a full two-page essay on agriculture in Morocco from ancient times (see
link to Environmental Archaeology of Volubilis) to modern times, including
the impact that the recent trade agreement with the United States will
have on this dominant industry.
*The
I Tool looks like the letter "i" and allows you to access
stored information. You must refresh by clicking on the I tool with
every use.
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Summary and Assessment |
Summarize your understanding of ..... Summarize your understanding of how environmental and geographical features have influenced the development of culture over thousands of years. |
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