The Fundamentals of GIS course provides a comprehensive introduction to Geographic Information Systems, offering both theoretical insights and practical applications.
The course comprises six modules, beginning with an overview of GIS uses, applications, and data types, it progresses through modules exploring spatial data creation, vector and raster layer styling and visualization techniques. Additionally, it offers insights into spatial analysis methods and tools, as well as emerging trends like accessible and collaborative mapping.
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Effective practices for GIS teaching with Felt
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Learn about GIS fundamentals; different data types such as raster and vector. Start uploading, visualizing, and analyzing your data via Felt.
Module 2: Understanding GIS data creation
Learn about different data sources; where they come from and what kind of metadata they have. Go deeper into vector datasets by analyzing different fields.
Module 3: Vector layer styling and visualization
Learn about what a basemap is and its impact on the overall look-and-feel of a map. Also, you’ll start learning about more advanced vector visualization techniques.
Module 4: Raster layer styling and visualization
Learn about what raster data is and its differences compared to vector data. You’ll will also learn about how to analyze raster data and visualize it.
Module 5: Data exploration and spatial analysis
Learn about spatial analysis, including how to define research questions, gather data, use ESDA and transformation tools, and interpret results.
Module 6: New trends in GIS: accessible and collaborative mapping
Learn about the transition of GIS from desktop to internet platforms, collaboration needs, and modern mapping tools.
Each module comprises three main component: