What is an Atlas

Learn about an Atlas using Online Video

Use this elementary online educational video title to learn how maps are made and how to use the atlas, table of contents and index to find any point on the map, or even plot Amelia Earhart's famous flight. Learn the differences between special and general atlases, and then see the purpose and use of a general atlas. Briefly review the history of atlases and cartography. Show how atlases and maps are made, and show the information provided by various kinds of maps found in a general atlas.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn the purpose and use of a general atlas.
• Briefly review the history of atlases and cartography.
• Show how atlases and maps are made.
• Show the information provided by various kinds of maps found in a general atlas.

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