GIS Educators Day 2015 at the Fall NEARC Conference   Sunday, November 8 // Burlington, Vermont

Meeting Updates

GIS Educators Day Agenda Announced  A schedule of presentations for GIS Educators Day is now available. Click here to review.    Register to Attend Registration is open for the Fall NEARC Conference, and GIS Educators Day. Save on your registration expense by staying at the conference host hotel, the Hilton Burlington, and by registering to attend by October 23, 2015!

Keynote Address by Jarlath O'Neil-Dunne

Jarlath O'Neil-Dunne, Director, UVM Spatial Analysis Laboratory Sunday, November 8, 2015 / 12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.    Jarlath O'Neil-Dunne is the Director of the University of Vermont's (UVM) Spatial Analysis Laboratory. Over the years his research has focused on the application of geospatial technology to a broad range of natural resource related issues such as environmental justice, wildlife habitat mapping, high-elevation forest decline, land cover change detection, community health, and water quality modeling. Most recently his work has centered on urban ecosystems. (more info)

How do educators use Geographic Information Systems (GIS)?

	Understanding the relationship between physical systems and historic events.   Comparing tectonic plate boundaries with seismic activity.

GIS Educators Day, sponsored by NEARC and Esri, is a full-day conference devoted exclusively to topics and issues pertaining to the use of GIS and other geospatial technologies in K-12, college, and informal education.

Whether you're a K-12 or college educator, an experienced GIS user or a newcomer who wants to learn about the educational possibilities of this powerful tool, you'll want to put this outstanding regional event on your "Must Do" list for 2015.

GIS Educators Day is a one-day pre-conference to NEARC's annual professional user conference which will run from November 8 - November 11 at the Hilton Burlington Hotel, Burlington, VT. GIS Educators Day will feature hands-on computer labs, presentations, and participant-driven discussions on a range of resources, projects, and topics.

10.  GIS Educators are always friendly and eager to share their projects, maps, and the stories behind them

 

9.    Often the best person to get advice from is someone who has had similar experiences and solved similar problems.

 

8.    Delight in the Burlington's "perfect blend of old New England charm, arts, culture and nature." (Trip Advisor)

 

7.    There will be great giveaways for all attendees and prizes for a lucky few.

 

6.    Find out how other educators are integrating the ArcGIS platform into their curriculum using desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.

 

5.    Pick up valuable tips and tricks from experienced GIS users.

 

4.    There is a special 2-day rate for attendees who want to stay over for the first day of the full NEARC meeting (with more education sessions) on Monday, November 9.

 

3.    Take home exciting ideas for projects and activities in your own classroom and institution.

 

2.    Whether you are a K-12 or higher-ed educator, you'll find relevant presentations and hands-on workshops.

 

1.    You'll spend an entire day with like-minded folks and never once have to explain what GIS is.