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GIS, Evidence-Based Learning, and Policy

CJS6440 / 3 q.h.
Formerly CJ 3440.

Offers students an opportunity to develop an understanding of GIS-assisted mapping, other uses of GIS, as well as the misuse and misinterpretation that often occurs when maps are drawn based on inaccurate information. GIS applications are currently being deployed to gather information and intelligence across a broad spectrum in the public domain. Discusses the ethical and technical aspects of such data-driven approaches.

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CRN: 20133