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Essentials of Modern Mapping: A Guide for Map Makers

Dive into the key elements of map design, tools, and online mapping in this informative module. Explore different map types and learn how to create professional maps using advanced software. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned cartographer, this module has something valuable for everyone interested in the world of mapping. Discover the nuances of map frames, legends, scales, and more to enhance your mapping skills and create captivating visual representations of geographic data.

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Essentials of Modern Mapping: A Guide for Map Makers

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  1. The 15 Minute Map Module 1 Created by: Scott Kelly 2010

  2. Common Elements Of The ModernMap Good Stuff to Know

  3. Map Title Map area Data Frame Grid Neatline Legend Documentation Scale Bar North Arrow

  4. m Map Types Street/Directional Topo/Physical Political/Reference Historical Thematic Charts

  5. Other Elements: • Target Audience • The Map Maker • Setting • Tools

  6. Online Mapping a.k.a. Simple Internet Cartography The 15 Second Map

  7. MapQuest

  8. Google Maps

  9. Coconino County GIS http://gis-map.coconino.az.gov/ccgis/index.asp

  10. Arizona Geographic Information Council http://sco.az.gov/website/arizonamap/viewer.htm

  11. Flagstaff Recreation Atlas http://grail.nau.edu/flag_rec/

  12. Arizona Online Atlas http://perceval.bio.nau.edu/flexviewer/

  13. Mapping Software & Spatial Data Professional tools for anyone

  14. Google Earth

  15. The National Map

  16. TOPO! Explorer, TOPO! State Series, & DalormeTopo USA

  17. ArcGIS Explorer

  18. ArcGIS

  19. Wrap Up • Map Elements (what makes a map) • Online Quickies (15 second maps) • Map Makers (professional tools)

  20. Any Questions? Please Contact: Mark Manone Training Facility CoordinatorMark.Manone@nau.edu (928) 523-9159 “To map out a course of action and follow it to an end requires courage” Ralph Waldo Emerson

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