The advantage of the globe is that it promotes visual accuracy. Students need to use a globe frequently if they are to form accurate mental maps. The advantage of the world map is that you can see the entire world at one time. The disadvantage is that world maps distort shape, size, distance, and direction. A globe is the only accurate way to study the whole earth. It shows the distribution of land and water on the surface of the earth. The correct shape, size, and location of the continents and oceans are shown. Helps to locate sea route, air route, rivers, cities, etc.
