Traditional navigation refers to the methods used by sailors and explorers before the advent of modern technology. It relies on natural elements like the position of the sun, moon, and stars to determine direction. Navigators would use tools such as the compass and sextant to help them chart their course across oceans and seas, often relying on maps and their knowledge of the constellations. This form of navigation also includes techniques like dead reckoning, where sailors estimate their current position based on their last known location and speed. By observing landmarks and using nautical charts, navigators could safely guide their vessels to their destinations, showcasing human ingenuity and understanding of the natural world.