GIS Module 1

Section 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Geography

The study of places, spatial relationships, and the interactions between the physical environment and human societies.

GIS (Geographic Information Systems)

A framework for gathering, managing, and analyzing spatial and geographic data.

Geovisualization

The use of visual interfaces to enable exploration and understanding of geographical data.

Spatial Thinking

The ability to visualize and manipulate spatial relationships among objects in the environment.

Place

A space that has been given meaning by human experiences, emotions, and cultural significance.

Space

The physical or abstract dimension where objects exist and events occur, typically measurable and geometric.

Regions

Areas defined by certain characteristics, which can vary in scale and can overlap or nest within each other.

Topological Maps

Maps that emphasize the relationships between locations rather than their precise distances or sizes.

Abstract Geo-Information Space

Graphic representations that do not preserve real-world spatial relationships and focus on thematic or statistical information.

Physical Geo-Information Space

Maps and visuals that represent real, Earth-bound features, preserving their spatial relationships and contexts.

Symbology Choices

Deciding on symbols and colors used in maps to represent data, which influences interpretation and meaning.

Cognitive Maps

Mental representations of spatial information used for navigation and spatial understanding.

Map Projections

Methods for representing the curved surface of the earth on a flat surface, which can create distortions.

Geographic Scale

The relative size or level of detail involved in a particular geographic analysis.

Interactive Maps

Digital maps that allow users to explore geographic information dynamically and engage with the data presented.

Story Map

A web application that allows users to combine interactive maps with narrative text and images.

Digital Geospatial Data Management

The methods and technologies used to collect, store, and process geographic data in digital form.

Data Visualization

The graphical representation of information and data, allowing for easier understanding and analysis.

Disaster Resilience

The ability of a community to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the impacts of disasters.

GeoAI

The application of artificial intelligence in understanding and analyzing geographic information and spatial data.