Finding Data

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Key points from slides:

• Data can be categorized as open or proprietary
• Step back and consider the authoritative body that would have created the data you are looking for.
• If you are going to make a map, your project will need a geographic bounding unit and microdata that can be tied together.
• Make use of the materials available to you as a student while at UM:
  • Subject Guide data
  • GISHub
• Accessing quality data can take time. Be kind to your future self.

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