Description
This course introduces non-GIS users to the concept of mapping data as a method of data visualisation. The course covers basic principles of mapping data as a visualisation tool. The primary goal of the course is to enable users to get their data onto a map with open-source online mapping tools to create, geocode and display geographic data, and to highlight the power of mapping as a data visualisation tool. The course includes some basic theory around principles of mapping as well as a practical workshop that actively engages participants in hands-on working sessions.
Learning Outcomes
- Create, geocode and display data in a geographic environment
- Explain in which context map visualisations are appropriate
- Access & apply the required data formats for the relevant mapping applications
- Utilise open-source online mapping applications to map geographic data
- Explore different map visualisation techniques and to understand which technique applies to which data format
- Identify the power of map visualisation as an element of storytelling
- Identify the unique ability of data mapping to highlight trends in data
Intended Audience
Data journalists, data wranglers or communicators with some basic knowledge and experience in data visualisations.
Course Level
Introductory
Course Length
2 days
Instructor
Julia Renouprez is a spatial data analyst with 18 years’ experience in geographic data analytics. Julia has extensive experience in training GIS users in GIS software user training, as well as non-GIS users in data pipeline and geographic data visualisation training. Julia is a former School of Data fellow, and works for Code for South Africa as a Data Wrangler and Project Manager, as well as training and mentoring through the Data Journalism Academy.
Additional Comments
This course is a hands on workshop. Participants must have a laptop with an active google account.
