Link to my Spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1orqn1bt2o8UPYGoGrVwe45C9JuE1Yfh9I8QdUu_B7zI/edit?gid=0#gid=0
Link to my Web Map:
My Process:
My thought process throughout this digital map making lab was to make a map that is as clear and easy to understand as possible. At first my map was very cluttered and I struggled with how many labels I should put and symbols. But after some trial and error I figured that less is more. ArcGIS became a very easy to use tool that I am excited to work with in the future. After completing some tutorials and experimenting a bit with a lot of different maps I began to understand what should and shouldn’t be on a user friendly map. I see the ArcGIS platform as a great tool for anyone who wants to utilize it’s mapping capabilities in their DH projects or other projects in general.
Thoughts on Web Mapping for DH:
I think that web mapping is a very important aspect of DH because it can visually communicate important information. In Digital Humanities in general the visual is just as important as the data and writing. That’s why I think that web mapping is really important, especially for certain projects that need maps to show their research and to present their data.
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I feel like you met your goal — your map is definitely easy to understand! I’m surprised you manage to only go to Burton once a week, but I completely understand the preference for LDC. 🙂 I also agree with your points on web mapping in the digital humanities. Presentation isn’t absolutely everything, but if it isn’t clear and attractive, you better believe your project will suffer for it.
I like your thought process of using less to improve readability. It is definitely difficult to dial these things back when using a new tool for the first time. There are a lot of options, and it can be hard to exercise restraint. Your conscious effort to simplify the map was a good move.