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OverviewHave you ever considered how much effect information technology has on society throughout the world? Progress often places lower income and marginalized communities at a distinct disadvantage. Community Participation and Geographic Information Systems, however, offers a detailed look at numerous incidences around the world where communities have actually taken control of the technology and really used it to their advantage. This is presented in the form of case studies and models such as Philadelphia's neighborhoods, the Atlanta Project, and neighborhood revitalization in Minneapolis, reflect on public participation in GIS concepts, best practices, constraints and opportunities. Full Product DetailsAuthor: William J. Craig (University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA) , Trevor M. Harris (West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA) , Daniel Weiner (West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA)Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: CRC Press Weight: 0.453kg ISBN: 9780367578626ISBN 10: 036757862 Pages: 410 Publication Date: 30 June 2020 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews[This book] ... presents a number of case studies that should enhance planning scenarios and contribute to ongoing debates on public participation GIS (PPGIS). This volume makes specific contributions to social applications of GIScience ... [The] authors raise important questions about the goals of PPGIS as well as the processes of participation ... . - The Professional Geographer, 2004 Author InformationWilliam J. Craig, Trevor M. Harris, Daniel Weiner Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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