Mapping for the Masses: GIS Lite & Online Mapping Tools in Academic Libraries

Kathleen W. Weessies; Daniel S. Dotson

doi:10.6017/ital.v32i1.2867

Authors

Kathleen W. Weessies Michigan State University
Daniel S. Dotson The Ohio State University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.6017/ital.v32i1.2867

Abstract

Customized colorful maps depicting complex social data are much more prevalent today than in the past. Not only in formal published outlets, interactive map sites make it easy to create and publish custom maps in more casual outlets such as social media. This article defines GIS Lite, describes three licensed products currently licensed by institutions, and discusses issues that arise from their varied functionality and license restrictions.

Author Biographies

Kathleen W. Weessies, Michigan State University

Geosciences Librarian and Head of the Map Library, Librarian II, MSU Libraries

Daniel S. Dotson, The Ohio State University

Mathematical Sciences Librarian and Science Education Specialist, Associate Professor, University Libraries

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