RIGEA will be sponsoring a follow-up workshop on how to use online mapping in the classroom (this time with step-by-step instructions to reference later). This computer lab-based professional development workshop is designed to train someone with LITTLE TO NO EXPERIENCE how to use free online mapping tools in a classroom setting. This is open to educators from all grade levels and subjects. In this training participants will be able to:

• Create online maps that can be used in the classroom.
• Convert GPS waypoints into map features in ArcGIS Online using CSV files.  CSV to Map Instructions.
  
• Create a dynamic Web Mapping Application StoryMaps Tutorial Instructions.

The registration fee is WAIVED for all RIGEA members and those that have attended previous workshops ($10 at the door otherwise); with limited seating we ask that you reserve your spot by simply emailing an RSVP to rigea@ric.edu.  Lunch (Pizza and soda) will be provided.

WHEN: April 19th, 2014 9am-12pm
WHERE: Rhode Island College, Alger Hall 101(see campus map).

This is a sample StoryMap created by our Alliance coordinator, Seth Dixon,  and you’ll be able to build own after attending this Saturday Morning event.