Call for Participation in the Training Course:
“Online Maps - Design, Implementation and More”
April 7-11, 2025, Campus of the Agricultural University of Tirana
This course will be dedicated to the design and implementation of online maps. In interactive sessions and group works, participants will learn the principled of map design including map elements, existing data sources and data collection methods. Further, they will learn how to choose and design appropriate cartographic representation forms based on their purpose and target group, and how to implement their intended map visualization with different off-the-shelf tools.
Participants must be fluent in English and bring their own laptop. Previous experience in GIS is desirable, but not required.
Please send your CV and a motivation letter to geo-wb6@ubt.edu.al. All submitted documents should be in English language.
Course content:
• Cartographic communication theory and principles of map design
• Practical exercise with different data sources (e.g. OpenStreetMap) and different data collection methods such as participatory mapping and GPS tracking
• Practical exercises with online mapping tools such as Google Earth Pro and ArcGIS Online
• Interactive online maps, 3D scenes and animations
• Introduction to dashboards and story maps
What we offer:
• A state-of-the-art training course free of charge
• Facilitation by experienced lecturers and researchers
• An official course certificate issued by UBT and IAMO
• Travel scholarships of 250 € for participants from institutions located in the Western Balkans but outside of Albania (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia)
The application deadline is March 24, 2025. Applicants will be notified of acceptance after March 25, 2025. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment and strongly encourage women and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Course on “Online Maps - Design, Implementation and More”,
April 7-11, 2025, Tirana, #Albania
Apply by 24 March 2025 with your CV and a motivation letter to geo-wb6@ubt.edu.al.
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