Training

GIS Overview and Mapping Module Syllabus

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

PROJECT MANAGER

TRAINER

1

Name and discuss the three GIS geometry types.

Differentiate between geometry types

2

Explain the main concepts and applications of Geographic Information Systems in your own words.

Explain the main concepts and applications of Geographic Information Systems to others using common terminology.

3

Identify and describe common features of good maps.

Present and critique an examination of good and bad example maps.

4

Examine and explain the GIS elements within your project using your own words.

Identify and explain the GIS elements within a partner’s project

5

Discuss ethical considerations of using GIS and maps in development projects.

TRAINING AGENDA

Module Introduction

1. Pre-Module Skills Assessment (if not yet administered)

2. Review Module Learning Objectives

Part A: Concepts and Applications of GIS

1. Activity: Points, Lines, and Polygons using bodies

2. Activity: Points, Lines, and Polygons using Tracing/parchment paper to make tangible maps

3. Activity: Identify Real-World Examples

4. Presentation: Application of GIS concepts and terms

5. Discussion Activity: Real-World GIS Applications

Part B: Map Components

1. Presentation: Good Map, Bad Map

2. Activity: Identify Good Map, Bad Map Elements

Part C: Contextualize

1. Activity: A Project’s GIS

2. Activity: Ethical GIS Reflections

Part D: Train the Trainer

1. Walk through/share training agenda with prompts and activity guides

2. Activity: Teach Backs

3. Present post-training resources for Trainers

Questions and Closing

1. Post-Module Skills Assessment

2. Present post-training resources for PM