Students will be able to explain the number of and how the satellites work. Hide various objects. Have 3-4 locations that students need to find. The first to find them will receive a gift certificate. Give clues as to where the locations are along with the latitude and longitude.
Instructors go to the location prior to taking the students to set up a scavenger hunt.
Give clues as to where the locations are along with the latitude and longitude. Instructors will coordinate days and times so that not more than one group will be there at the same time. Set-up transportation to the location for the class. Do brainstorming activities with the students as to other ways that GPS is and will be used. Students will learn about the satellites that are in space, the numbers, and where they are located.