GPS Powered, Team Building Special Event For

Marshall Middle School

What is GPS Technology?

Let’s let Tim & Mobey tell you about that!

First, let’s learn about Longitude and Latitude:

Brainpop

Now lets learn about GPSBrainpop

1. GPS Technology

2. How GPS Technology Works

What is Geoteaming?

Hi-tech treasure hunt.

A fun and exciting team-building adventure.

Created after the international sport of Geocaching.

3. What is Geocaching?

More about geocaching?

A world wide treasure hunt using GPS receivers.

Since May of 2000 there are:2.3 MILLION caches placed in 222 different countries on all seven continents, including Antarctica,[3] and the International Space Station *Over 6 MILLION geocachers worldwide.

Want to learn more, visit: www.geocaching.com*Thus the cache that exists on the International Space Station, uses the Russian launch area as its position.

Geocaching

Program GoalsLearn to use GPS and pocket pc technology. IF you have a Smart Phone, Please let me know!

Build relationships, teamwork and learn effective communication.

Increase team success by using the full talent and resources of each individual member.

Have FUN while getting to know your classmates!

First Team MissionIndividuals please:

Share something that is unique to you that makes you different than anyone in the room.

Describe a specific skill that you bring to this team that will help your team succeed.

Offer suggestions for a team name that includes your team’s color.

Teams please:

Get consensus on a team name & a create a team cheer. You have 10 minutes!