http://edc.library.emory.edu/

This workshop provides an introduction to the different types of virtual globes and online map applications that are available and explores how they can be used in research and instruction. Although the primary focus will be on Google Earth and Google Maps, the workshop will also demonstrate other applications available.

To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348

314 Woodruff Library, Thursday, January 29th (1:00 – 2:15 pm)

A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a collection of computer hardware, software, and geographic data for capturing, managing, analyzing, and displaying all forms of geographically referenced information. Learn more about this technology and how it can be used for research and projects in the business, humanities, and the health, natural, or social sciences. To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348

A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a collection of computer hardware, software, and geographic data for capturing, managing, analyzing, and displaying all forms of geographically referenced information. Learn more about this technology and how it can be used for research and projects in the business, humanities, and the health, natural, or social sciences.

To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348

• Thu, Jan 29th, 2009: Understanding Geographic Information Systems

1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 314

Locating Maps and Geospatial Data

Get tips on finding maps and geospatial data and learn about new and important changes in spatial data infrastructures. Techniques on how to convert analog source data to digital will also be covered.

To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348.

• Thu, Feb 12th, 2009: Locating Maps & Geospatial Data

1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 314

Digital Maps and Globes

This workshop provides an introduction to the different types of virtual globes and online map applications that are available and explores how they can be used in research and instruction. Although the primary focus will be on Google Earth and Google Maps the workshop will also demonstrate other applications available.

To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348

• Thu Mar 19th, 2009: Google Earth & Google Maps

1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 314

Working with Digital Topographic Maps

Many paper topographic maps are now available in a new digital format known as GeoPDF. This workshop explains how to find and download maps, how to read topographic maps, and how to make use of the special functionality associated with a GeoPDF.

To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348.

• Thu, Apr 2, 2009: Working with Digital Topographic Maps

1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 314

This workshop provides an introduction to the different types of virtual globes and online map applications that are available and explores how they can be used in research and instruction. Although the primary focus will be on Google Earth and Google Maps the workshop will also demonstrate other applications available.

To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348

Fri, Nov 07, 2008: Google Earth & Google Maps 11:45 a.m. – 12:35 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 31

This Friday, the workshop “Working with Digital Topographic Maps” will be rescheduled to accommodate a demonstration of GeoPDF technology by Adam Estrada and Jesse Hardin of TerraGo Technologies. GeoPDF enables users to view, manipulate and update maps and images within an Adobe Reader environment. Users can measure length and area, change coordinate displays, search for attributes and view layers. This publication medium and geospatial tool has signification potential for both research and instruction.

The geospatial workstations at the Electronic Data are licensed for access to TerraGo Technologies Publisher Suite** in which you can create a geo-enabled PDF for others to view using Adobe Acrobat Reader and the GeoPDF Toolbar which is available freely from their site. The website includes sample maps.

Location: Room 314, Woodruff Library

When: Friday, October 24^th, from 11:45 am to 12:35 pm

For more information visit: http://www.terragotech.com/

** Application is only accessible to current Emory faculty, staff, and students at the EDC

SimplyMap Interface

This year Emory Libraries obtained licenses for faculty, staff, and student access to SimplyMap (view previous posting), an online mapping tool and database. Next Tuesday, we welcome Steven Schwartz who will present a demonstration and question session on how to use this valuable resource to extract data and quickly construct maps.

SimplyMap is a web-based mapping application that lets users quickly create professional-quality thematic maps and reports using powerful demographic, business, and marketing data. SimplyMap turns complex data into valuable information that is easily accessed through an innovative and user-friendly interface.

Location: Room 314, Woodruff Library

When: Tuesday, October 21^st from 3:30 to 4:30 pm

For more information visit: http://www.geographicresearch.com/simplymap.html

Locating Maps and Geospatial Data

Woodruff Library Room 314

11:45 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. Wednesday, October 1st, 2008

Get tips on finding maps and geospatial data and learn about new and important changes in spatial data infrastructures. Techniques on how to convert analog source data to digital will also be covered.