Subject Librarian
Lucinda M. Hall
Contact:
Evans Map Room, Baker-Berry Library
Dartmouth College
25 N Main ST
Hanover, NH 03755
Dartmouth College
25 N Main ST
Hanover, NH 03755
(603) 646-0962
Website Skype Contact: d1128r8@kiewit.dartmouth.edu
The Basics
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Cartography and Geographic Information Science (CaGIS)
The mission of the Cartography and Geographic Information Society is to support research, education and practice to improve the understanding of, creation, analysis and use of maps and geographic information to support effective decision-making and improve the quality of life. -
GeoInformaticsOnline magazine about GIS, surveying and mapping.
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GISGeographyGISGeography.com is a website about Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Geography. GISGeography.com produces relevant content on the uses and science of GIS.
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GITAGeospatial Information & Technology Association.
Spatial Analysis & Modelling
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Spatial Analysis and Modelling Specialty Group of the AAGTheir mission is to foster and maintain interaction, cooperation and community among individuals interested in the analysis of geo-referenced data, modeling of spatio-temporal processes, and the use of analytical and computational techniques in solving geographic problems.
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National Center for Geographic Information & Analysis (NCGIA)The National Center for Geographic Information and Analysis is an independent
research consortium dedicated to basic research and education in geographic
information science and its related technologies, including geographic information systems (GIS).
Geospatial Revolution
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Geospatial Revolution ProjectThe Geospatial Revolution Project is an integrated public service media and outreach initiative about the world of digital mapping and how it is changing the way we think, behave, and interact. The page includes links to the various episodes.
Articles & Indexes
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Directions MagazineAll Things Location.
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GeoInformaticsOnline magazine about GIS, surveying and mapping.
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Geospatial WorldGeospatial World monthly magazine addresses current and relevant issues of the Global Geospatial domain.
Webinars
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Webinars from Directions MagazineGeoSpatial Webinars are designed to be educational and informative. They cover a variety of topics related to GIS. You can sign up to get updates on future webinars. The archive of presentations is also available for viewing.
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Webinars from GeoTech CenterThe mission of the National GeoTech Center for Excellence is to provide resources and professional development opportunities for all educators.
Other resource(s)
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GIS PathwayThis site includes helpful videos and instructions on performing various functions in GIS software.
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Shaded ReliefThe goal of this site is to assist practicing cartographers with the presentation of shaded relief and related raster art on maps.
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University of New Hampshire Cooperative ExtensionThey offer relatively low cost courses on GIS and mapping. Some are even free. They offer these courses around the state during the year. Check their site for course times and dates.
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The Value and Importance of GIS Librarianship at Universities from Directions Magazine
While geospatial technologies are found at almost every U.S. university, the placement of GIS within the organizational structure of the institution is varied. Some universities have GIS or geography departments. Some house GIS under their geology, data science or anthropology departments. Other universities place GIS in their libraries. These universities often have a designated GIS librarian who plays an important role in facilitating research involving geospatial data, as well as in communicating the importance of data preservation to the academic and wider community. ... -
What free programs every GIS user should have installedThis question comes from gis.stackexchange.com.