Geography still matters in a GPS-filled world, educators say

Being able to form mental maps is key to understanding spatial connections as well as global economic and political context, experts say.
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The U.N. backs a new world map showing Africa in its true relative size

LAGOS, Nigeria — The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly backed a resolution aimed at changing the way Africa and other regions are represented on world maps. The "Correct the Map" ...