Map and Spatial Data Librarian
theward@iu.edu
Top Recommended Data Sources
- The Big Ten Academic Alliance GeoportalThe resources in the portal are selected and curated by librarians and geospatial specialists at ten research institutions in the Big Ten Academic Alliance.
- Natural Earth DataPublic Domain reference data for the entire world. This is a great place to start gathering data.
- IndianaMAPStatewide geospatial data for Indiana
- Indiana Spatial Data PortalAdministered by IU's University Information Technology Services Research Technology team, the Indiana Spatial Data Portal (ISDP) includes LiDAR and elevation data, orthophotography, and other raster imagery covering the state of Indiana. Requires a free login.
- Planet Labs Sattelite Imagery
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IU Libraries subscribes to Planet Data. Email theward@iu.edu for access
- SimplyAnalytics
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Web-based mapping application that lets users create professional-quality thematic maps and reports using demographic, business, and marketing data. PLEASE NOTE: Users may "sign in as guest," or register for an individual account if they would like to save their work.
- Social Explorer
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Access to data maps, profile reports, demographic data, and data elements and variables. Includes interactive tools that allow users to create and share maps, presentations and tables, or compare and analyze data. Includes access to current and historical demographic data.
Getting started with StoryMaps
This guide links you to resources to support your project using StoryMaps. The "Find Data" tab on the left links to many spatial data resources. This page includes resources for using the StoryMaps tool. Begin by watching the video on how to log into Storymaps with your IU credentials.
Additional Resources
- Getting Started with StoryMapsESRI's tutorial on how to build a StoryMap with the new format
- Classic StoryMap TemplatesThese are being discontinued, but depending on your story, might still be useful templates to explore
- Example Galleryto spark ideas!
Tips for creating Storymaps
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Start by story boarding your map on paper
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Draft all your text in a document, then copy/paste into the StoryMap
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Make sure to Publish your map as "Public"