The GIS spatial data tools used in higher education diploma theses: the case of Poland
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https://doi.org/10.3989/estgeogr.1215Keywords:
use of GIS tools, higher education, thesis topics, thematic maps, thesis study area, study visualization, teaching studentsAbstract
The digital future of sustainable spatial development is smoothly functioning and functioning ICT systems using GIS (Geographical Information Systems) tools. Teaching students to use GIS tools is reflected in the choice of tools for visualization of results in thematic studies, which is the diploma thesis. The aim of this research is analyze the current use of GIS tools in the development of diploma theses (engineering and master’s) in the field of spatial management at the selected university. Among the methods, the historical-interpretive method based on the analysis of publications in the area of GIS and the method of deduction through the analysis of visualization studies used by students in their diploma theses were used. The study indicates that the use of GIS the software are not the only ones used by Polish students to visualize their research results. Despite the extensive capabilities and great potential of GIS tools, only a fraction of students choose to present their results on maps using this software. Future research should focus on motivating students to become more involved in thematic research using GIS the software.
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