Mapping Cultural Heritage: Concepts and Challenges in GIS

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This exam evaluates candidates on GIS principles for mapping cultural heritage, addressing the theoretical challenges and ethical considerations of representation.

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Exam Details

Duration: 45 minutes

Prerequisites: GIS in Cultural Studies, Ethics in Research, Introduction to Cultural Heritage

Key Topics

  • Cultural Heritage Mapping
  • Ethics in GIS
  • Community Engagement
  • Historical Significance
  • Spatial Representation

Learning Outcomes

  • Evaluate Ethical Implications of Mapping
  • Discuss Community Engagement
  • Analyze Historical Contexts

Full Description

This exam centers on the mapping of cultural heritage through Geographic Information Systems (GIS). It examines how spatial representations can convey historical significance and cultural narratives.

Mapping cultural heritage is vital in preserving and interpreting sites of historical importance. GIS provides a unique platform for visualizing locations and their stories, fostering greater understanding and appreciation of diverse cultural contexts.

Candidates will be assessed on their capacity to articulate the theoretical challenges and concepts specific to mapping heritage sites. This will include discussions on the ethics of representation and the role of community input in the mapping process.

The exam may include specific examples of successful projects that utilized GIS in cultural heritage contexts, allowing candidates to demonstrate the practical implications of their theoretical knowledge.

Sample Questions

  • What ethical considerations arise when mapping cultural heritage using GIS?
  • How can community engagement enhance the mapping of heritage sites?

Field: Humanities

Subfield: Digital Humanities

Specialization: Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

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