About 80 % of data are geoinformation because of their spatial reference. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are used to collect, edit, analyse and visualize (digital) geoinformation .WebGIS provides the usual GIS tools (zoom, pan, identify, hyperlinks, buffer) and even allow the user to query the database. Additionally, step-by-step-instructions can be downloaded (PDF-documents) and directly be used in the classroom.
WebGIS-Schule provides different Map-Services with a collection of didactically conceived data components that can directly be used in classes following the general requirements of the curriculum. Some of the Map-Services are bilingual:
It provides a simple, straightforward and very cost-effective introduction and shows a lot of advantages:
- WebGIS can be used all over the world: only a computer with internet access is needed
- It can be used in an ordinary internet browser (e.g. Internet Explorer)
- No licence costs for GIS-software
- No costs for installation of software
- No additional (GIS-)software or Plug-Inns have to be installed
- The use of WebGIS-Services is free of charge
- Students can use WebGIS at home
The Map-Services on WebGIS-Schule can be used as a methodical tool for the introduction of GIS in schools and universities.
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