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Learn how to uncover interesting news stories by mapping data with geographic information system (GIS) software during an intensive mini-boot camp Aug. 17-19, 2007, in Columbia, Mo.
IRE and NICAR will conduct this hands-on training using ArcView 9 GIS. We will look at noteworthy stories that have used mapping and point you to stories that you can uncover using census and other data. The sessions will include address geocoding, thematic mapping, overlaying and spatial analysis.
Participants are encouraged to bring their own data to work on during open lab time. Participants should have basic knowledge in using relational database programs such as Access or FoxPro.
Registrants for this seminar will be eligible to purchase mapping software at discounted prices and will receive "Mapping the News: Case Studies in GIS and Journalism" at no extra cost. IRE members can qualify for discounts on geographic information system software by attending a GIS training event conducted by IRE and NICAR or ESRI.
Aug. 17-19, 2007 — Columbia, MO
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Registration Form (pdf) Schedule Travel and Hotel Information
Prices per participant for members of IRE:
Newspapers: Sunday circulation under 50,000 $300 Sunday circulation under 100,000 $500 Sunday circulation 100,000 and over $750
Television: 50-200 market $300 25-50 market $500 Top 25 market $750
Radio: $500
Magazine and Newsletters: $300
Online Media: Contact us for rate (depends on market size) Universities: $300
Freelance: $250
Students: $250
Prices per participant for nonmembers of IRE:
(Price includes $60 membership fee).Newspapers: Sunday circulation under 50,000 $360 Sunday circulation under 100,000 $560 Sunday circulation 100,000 and over $810
Television: 50-200 market $360 25-50 market $560 Top 25 market $810
Radio: $560
Magazine and Newsletters: $360
Online Media: Contact us for rate (depends on market size) Universities: $360
Freelance: $310
Students: $275
