National Institute forNITLE Geospatial Studies
When we visualize data, we interpret the world and influence those around us. Visualizing data is a powerful, creative act, and—with geospatial technologies now easier to use, more accessible, and more interactive than ever—it is becoming increasingly popular as a way to communicate and convince. At the same time, our ability to collect massive amounts of geo-located data is expanding, challenging traditional notions of academic inquiry and research. NITLE’s geospatial studies initiative focuses on converting these developments into opportunities for engaging students and helping colleges promote the interdisciplinary literacies and abilities students need to understand, create, work, and contribute in a world shaped by data.
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Where can one find exemplary uses of geospatial visualization to advance critical thinking, problem solving, and communication within the liberal arts classroom? A great place to start is the September issue of Academic Commons, “Charting the New Knowledge Terrain” […] -
NITLE recognizes three projects with its May 2010 Community Contribution Awards: SmartChoices, Capturing Video from Google Earth Pro for Visualization of Landscape Development, and Study Abroad Map Assignment for “Geography 310: Spatial Visualization.”
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NITLE recently announced a new Geospatial Studies Initiative to address on-going transformations in spatial technology, communication, and study and their significance to educators in the liberal arts. Some of you may recognize this Initiative as continuing a lineage of NITLE activity around GIS and online cartography. What may be less obvious in this enterprise is our focus on sustainability. […] -
Memorandum of Understanding Will Expand GIS Use in Liberal Arts Colleges