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Title: The Effect of Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Teaching Geography on Developing Students' Map Reading and Interpretation Skills
Language: English
Authors: Mahmoud Ababneh (ORCID 0009-0000-8425-0004), Hadi Mohammed Tawalbeh (ORCID 0000-0001-8856-6882)
Source: Educational Process: International Journal. Article e2026013 2026 20.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 20
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
Grade 8
Junior High Schools
Middle Schools
Secondary Education
Descriptors: Geographic Information Systems, Technology Uses in Education, Geography Instruction, Map Skills, Instructional Effectiveness, Grade 8, Secondary School Students, Males, Single Sex Schools, Foreign Countries
Geographic Terms: Jordan
ISSN: 2147-0901
2564-8020
Abstract: Background/purpose: This study aimed to examine the effect of using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in teaching geography on developing students' map-reading and interpretation skills. Materials/methods: The study employed a quasi-experimental design based on two groups: an experimental group and a control group. The study population consisted of all eighth-grade students at Bushra Secondary Comprehensive School for Boys, affiliated with the Directorate of Education in Qasabat Irbid District, during the second semester of the 2024/2025 academic year. The study sample was purposefully selected from the population, and the two groups were randomly assigned. The experimental group consisted of 20 students who were taught using GIS-based instruction. The researchers developed a test to measure students' map reading and interpretation skills, which included the following components: map reading, map analysis, map interpretation, and concluding the map. Results: The results showed that using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in geography teaching significantly improved students' map reading and interpretation skills. The experimental group achieved a higher mean score on the post-test compared to the control group. The teaching strategy variable explained a large proportion of the variance in post-test scores on the map reading and comprehension test. Conclusion: The study explores the use of Geographic Information System (GIS) in teaching geography as an educational content. GIS is a digital tool that engages students and enhances their interaction with the subject. The study found that the experimental group performed better in map reading and comprehension skills due to the interactive features provided by GIS. This enhances their ability to recognize spatial relationships, analyze geographical data, and interpret phenomena. The study emphasizes the importance of GIS in developing critical and analytical thinking skills.
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Entry Date: 2026
Accession Number: EJ1497262
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