MAPS-GIS

Mapping, Analyzing and Problem Solving Using Geographic Information Science: Implementing a GIS Curriculum for Technical Literacy(MAPS-GIS)," (NSF# 0603492) is a three year project funded by the National Science Foundation - Advanced Technological Education (NSF-ATE)  to embed Web-based GIS learning modules across the Lane Community College curriculum and to develop a four-course sequence in GIS.

The MAPS-GIS Web-based modules are designed to engage students in real-world scenarios that teach geospatial thinking.  Web-based GIS reduces the complexities of traditional desktop GIS, yet maintains educational advantages for teaching geospatial thinking

The sequence of GIS courses developed for the MAPS-GIS project provides a foundation in geospatial concepts while developing workforce skills. The focus on collaborative projects using real-world data to solve problems makes the GIS course sequence relevant and dynamic. The classes , Introduction to Maps and Spatial Concepts, Introduction to GIS, Information Analysis and Visualization, and Advanced Projects have been accepted to satisfy GIS course requirements at the University of Oregon, Oregon State University, and Portland State University.  Student who complete all four courses receive a less than one-year Pathways Certificate.

 Summary: Problem Solving Across the Curriculum Using GIS Technology

 PowerPoint - What is GIS?
 

For more information on MAPS-GIS at Lane Community College contact:

Lynn Songer, Ph.D.  (email: SongerL <at> lanecc.edu)
541-463-5493
or 

Eric Sproles (email: SprolesE <at> lanecc.edu)
541-463-5046