In order to place a pin on the map, you need to be logged into your Google account.
If you are not logged into a google account, you should see a window similar to the image below:
Figure 1.1 - Student Map when not logged into Google.
Source: Google Maps
You can sign in by clicking on the "Sign in" link in the upper right-hand corner of the map window.
If you are logged into a Google account, you should see a window similar to the image below:
Figure 1.2 - Student Map when logged into Google.
Source: Google Maps
To add a pin to the map, click on the "Add marker" icon in the toolbar just below the search field.
Figure 1.3 - The "Add Marker" tool in the Google Maps window
Source: Google Maps
Zoom into the map to locate where you live and then click on the map where you want to place the pin.
When you click on the map, a window will open up where you can edit the name of the marker. Please change the "Point #" to your name and include a brief message about yourself in the text field below.