1. Let’s start with Maps – what do you know?
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An Introduction to Geography at Ballakermeen
Let’s start with Maps – what do you know?
The key concepts covered are:
Place, Space, Scale and Physical and human processes

2. What are maps? What are maps? By the end of this section, you will:
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What are maps?
What are maps?
By the end of this section, you will:
Know what a map is and why it is used.
Understand some of the basic rules that must be followed when making a map.
Be able to identify some basic map symbols.

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What are maps?
A map is a two dimensional drawing or picture of an area.
Maps can be seen in a variety of different forms:
a simple sketch of the street on which you live
a complex Ordnance Survey map of a particular area of land
Map credit: Reproduced by permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of HMSO.
© Crown Copyright All rights reserved. Ordnance Survey Licence number
a fully comprehensive representation of the Earth.
Throughout history, maps have been essential to help us understand more about our surroundings.

4. What information must a map contain in order for it to make sense?
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Why are maps useful?
Maps can help you plan your route.
You are more likely to arrive at your destination quickly and safely if you use a map.
Maps can help you visualize what a place looks like so you will know what to expect when you get there.
Map credit: Reproduced by permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of HMSO.
© Crown Copyright All rights reserved. Ordnance Survey Licence number
What information must a map contain in order for it to make sense?

5. Map rules
There is certain information that must always be incorporated into a map so that the users can make sense of it.
A title must be given that shows what the map represents.
A compass displaying a north sign should be included to help users find their bearings.
A scale is used to indicate how far apart places and things are.
A key is essential to explain what the symbols that are included on the map actually mean.

6. Decipher the symbols