Crosscountry USA is an educational driving software that takes users on a virtual journey across the United States. It aims to teach geography, history, and cultural facts along the way.
This software is perfect for incorporating time management skills as students must decide when to eat and sleep and plan the most efficient route to deliver their goods. The program also includes real-life road conditions and photographs of cities, famous places, and landmarks, which add a visually stimulating dimension to the journey.
Throughout the simulation, students will learn about the 53 commodities they are delivering and get an understanding of the economy, developing much-needed geographic literacy. They'll also learn about the relationships between places and regions, helping them understand the bigger picture.
To use this software, you'll need a Power Mac with a 133 MHz processor or better, 50 MB of free RAM (64 MB recommended), a 640x480 resolution display with thousands of colors or better, a CD-ROM drive (required for program installation only), and 160 MB of available hard-disk space. However, the experience students will receive is impressive and well worth the technical requirements.
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