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Mapping for Stories:
A Computer-Assisted Reporting Guide
By Jennifer LaFleur and Andy Lehren
For Investigative Reporters and Editors, Inc.
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Learn step by step how to map data for daily news stories and larger projects.
This book is a practical introduction to mapping and can be used
alone or as a supplement to other books. It includes story examples
in every section, to help show how these skills translate into daily
journalism. It breaks down the elements needed to undertake analysis using mapping
software. It is structured to help journalists complete better stories.
What's inside:
- A practical, step-by-step approach that shows how even basic
mapping can improve reporting, and how the basic steps lead to
more complex analysis.
- Translation of jargon into clear, concise language that will
help reporters get a quick footing on using mapping tools.
- Dozens of real-life story examples, as lessons unfold, so reporters
can see how each skill can be used on the job.
- Maps and data so reporters can follow along with each chapter
handle these lessons at their own pace.
- Tips on how to avoid common mistakes in mapping.
- Tools for solving common mapping problems.
- Lessons and examples chosen for potential of inspiring similar
work in readers' coverage area.
- Updated lessons for ArcView 9 and -- on IRE's Web site -- lessons
from the authors for earlier versions of ArcView.
$15 for Members
$25 for Nonmembers
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