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Peer reviewedKing, Guy Q. – Journal of Geography, 1991
Discusses the geographic information system (GIS), a database that permits the integration, management, and analysis of diverse geographical information. Reports that the GIS has brought gains in cartography and remote sensing but also has brought problems. Identifies the need to balance instruction in technical developments and mainstream…
Descriptors: Cartography, Curriculum Development, Databases, Geography Instruction
