In Lesson 4, we explored several techniques to interpret data and compare multiple datasets over time. Lesson 4 concludes the two-part lesson in which we completed the typical required steps in a GIS workflow (acquire or create new data, understand data content and limitations, customize data for your project, design & run analysis, interpret results, present results). In Lessons 5-8, we will demonstrate how to use several tools in ArcGIS, AGO, and Spatial Analyst to address a variety of specific environmental questions.
Lesson 4 is worth a total of 100 points.
Map Layout | The layout is posted and includes the required elements (6 map frames and an overview map, legend, scale bar, north arrow, titles, water levels, data sources, and author). (20pts) | The layout is present but is missing one or two required elements. (15pts) | The layout is present but map is missing several elements or is poorly designed. (10pts) | Map is missing. (0pts) | 20pts |
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Reflection | Discussion is present and includes ~500 words addressing ways in which maps are effective, challenges to communicating this data, and other presentation options. (15pts) | Discussion is present but is missing a required topic. (10pts) | Discussion is present but is missing several required topics. (5pts) | Discussion is missing. (0pts) | 15pts |
Prose Quality | Is free or almost free of errors (complete sentences, student's own words, grammar, spelling, etc.). (5pts) | Has errors, but they don't represent a major distraction. (2pts) | Has errors that obscure meaning of content or add confusion. (0pts) | 5pts | |
TOTAL | 40pts |
If you have anything you'd like to comment on, or add to the lesson materials, feel free to post your thoughts in the Lesson 4 Discussion. For example, what did you have the most trouble with in this lesson? Was there anything useful here that you'd like to try in your own workplace?