Education and Science

Education and Science

Research

Landsat False Color Composite of Glacier Bay. GIS is an ideal tool to help researchers model the real world, classify and observe phenomena, and predict changes over time. Ready-made data models make it easy to work with layers of data to observe relationships and explore new methods to represent the world around us. Dawn Wright of Oregon State University uses the ArcGIS Marine Data Model as a development tool in the lab. Learn more.

Libraries and Museums

Libraries and Museums GIS creates interactive maps for museum exhibits that help visitors explore people, places, and events. GIS is also a valuable research tool used by museum scientists and researchers to increase people's understanding of natural systems and human cultures from anthropology to zoology. A researcher at the American Museum of Natural History in New York uses the museum's GIS to study the algae levels in the Gulf of Mexico. Learn more.

K-12 Education

Compariosn maps of terrain crossed by Lewis and Clark, then and now. GIS helps learners of all ages grasp the ways in which geography matters. GIS helps students and teachers engage in studies that require and promote critical thinking, integrated learning, and multiple intelligences at any grade level. Learn more.

Higher Education

Students who are part of the University of Redlands GIS program. The advance of GIS has opened up millions of employment opportunities. More than 3,000 colleges and universities have developed excellent courses and certificate and degree programs in GIS. Learn more.