ENMT307 2019 November Module 6 Discussion Latest

ENMT307 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

Module 6 Discussion

Map Making

After reading the Week 6 GIS Articles under Module 6, please complete the required task and respond to one or more of the following questions.  After making your initial response (primary post), come back in a day or so to respond to the postings of your classmates (secondary post).  PARTICIPATION QUESTIONS (choose one):

1)  Describe some map formatting techniques characteristic of a professional-looking map.  What are some tips and tricks that you can use to make your map look attractive?  How can formatting be used to achieve the goal of your map?

2)  Examine the different types of maps discussed in Chapter 6 (GIS Commons).  Find an example of one such map from the internet.  What type of map is it?  What are the pros and cons of the map design?  Are there any mistakes on the map?  How would you improve the map?  Attach or paste a picture (jpg) of map to your post.