Data Foundations: An introduction to spatial data and mapping (Data Foundations Series)

Description: This hands-on session provides an overview of spatial data visualization and how it can be used. Attendees will compare various software and data types, become familiar with popular processes that can be used to map data as well as considerations for symbology. The discussion will be centered on visualizing researcher data and include a hands-on exercise creating a personal map.

Learning objectives: In this workshop participants will:

• Gain an overview of spatial data types and software
• List popular use cases for this type of analysis as well as data considerations
• Learn considerations to visually encode a data set
• Create a personal map using basic sewing techniques

Presenter(s): Meg Miller, GIS & Research Visualization Librarian