How GIS can be used for improvement of literacy and CE programmes Training Workshop for Myanmar Literacy Resource Center (MLRC) ( Yangon, Myanmar, 11 20 October 2000 ) Presented by U THEIN HTUT GEOCOMP MYANMAR
Introduction to merit and potential of Geographic Information System G I S
What is GIS? A method to visualize, manipulate, analyze, and display spatial data Smart Maps linking a database to the map
Data - Data - Data We all got data Location Data How Many What Kind Where Scale of Data Local to Global Data Presentation Words, Charts, Graphs, Tables, or Maps Exploring data using GIS turns data into information into knowledge
Geographic Information Systems A Definition of GIS GIS is a System of computer software, hardware and data, and personnel to help manipulate, analyze and present information that is tied to a spatial location spatial location usually a geographic location information visualization of analysis of data system linking software, hardware, data personnel a thinking explorer who is key to the power of GIS
Database Not Easy to Interpret
Visualization Worth a Thousand Words
Two Ways to Input and Visualize Data The World in GIS Raster Grid pixels a location and value Satellite images and aerial photos are already in this format Real world Vector Linear Points, lines & polygons Features (house, lake, etc.) Attributes size, type, length, etc.
Data For GIS Applications Digitized and Scanned Maps purchased, donated, free (Internet) created by user Data Bases Tables of data Data collection instrument / form Collected by data collector Field Sampling of Attributes
Lakes ( polygons ) Five Data Layers Alike Features Rivers ( lines ) Capitals ( points ) Roads ( lines ) States ( polygons )
Turning Data Into ( visual )Information Spatial Analysis not just a map
Asking A Question Interaction
Maps and Database are Interactive
Multiple Databases can be Linked and Related
Combining Various Display Methods
Some Ways GIS is Used Emergency Services Fire & Police Environmental Business Industry Environmental Monitoring & Modeling Business Site Location, Delivery Systems Industry Transportation, Communication, Mining, Pipelines, Healthcare Government Local, State, Federal, Military Education Research, Teaching Tool, Literacy program Administration Government Education Wherever Spatial Data Analysis is Needed
Population of major cities
Site Location and Client Distance
3D D Mine with Well Data
Oil Spill and Contamination
Clusters and Comparison of Data
Loma Linda Hospital Facilities
Merit of GIS GIS maps spatial objects as graphic features points, lines, polygons, symbol, text GIS provides graphic features to tabular data (attributes) Spatial coordinates, Symbology, Descriptive Information GIS links a worksheet (database) to map spatial information GIS provides tools for presenting spatial data Words, Charts, Graphs, Tables, or Maps
Some more merit of GIS GIS makes static maps dynamic move around by pan/zoom/jump change symbology : lines/colors/icons/fonts show multiple information sets turn information sets on/off GIS provides graphic and Boolean selection tools for making queries Selection by graphic features Selection by tabular features GIS provides variety of analytical tools for Classify data, Compare data Intersect / overlay / buffer graphics features
Some more merit of GIS GIS enhances our communication provide common spatial data format promote data sharing data consistency GIS expands our insights better understanding cross-cutting thinking better problem solving better decision making Thus Time and money saving
Benefit of using GIS for improvement of NFE programme NFE Database data collection instruments Form1 - Village level literacy facts and figures Form2 - Basic literacy classes Form3 Post-literacy classes Form4 Post-literacy Learners Form5 Facilitators Exploring above databases using GIS will turn data into indicators to assess the status of NFE programmes.
Basic Literacy Indicators National workshop on on Monitoring and and Evaluation of of Literacy and and CE CE programmes in in Myanmar Learning Center Level Indicator 1: Percentage of illiterate adults (15-45) enrolled Indicator 2: Percentage of dropout learners Indicator 3: Percentage of completed learners Indicator 4: Average ratio of trainers / trainees Indicator 5: Percentage of learners who have access to teaching learning material Indicator 6: Percentage of budgetted funds available and used Indicator 7: Flexibility of training period Indicator 8: Sufficient amount of training hours Indicator 9: Availability of training venue Indicator 10: Correct use of training methodology
Basic Literacy Indicators National workshop on on Monitoring and and Evaluation of of Literacy and and CE CE programmes in in Myanmar Village Level Indicator 1: Percentage of income increased family Indicator 2: Percentage of using literacy skills and usage of frequency Indicator 3: Percentage of families with improved lifestyle Indicator 4: Percentage of families who used the skill training
Basic Literacy Indicators National workshop on on Monitoring and and Evaluation of of Literacy and and CE CE programmes in in Myanmar CLC Level Indicator 1: Population of illiterates between ages 15 ~ 45 Indicator 2: Percentage of Targeted learners enrolled (by gender) Indicator 3: Percentage of learners who dropout Indicator 4: Number of instructors Indicator 5: Number of NGO volunteers Indicator 6: Amount of learning periods Indicator 7: Percentage of average attendance (by gender) Indicator 8: Facilities (stationeries, manuals) received by implementing agency Indicator 9: Number of meetings conducted by management Indicator 10: Rate of completion (by level) Indicator 11: Percentage of graduates who enter post-literacy programmes
Basic Literacy Indicators National workshop on on Monitoring and and Evaluation of of Literacy and and CE CE programmes in in Myanmar CLC Level Indicator 12: Number of learners who read newspaper, journals (educational & recreational), advertisements, etc. After completion the programme Indicator 13: Number of learners who know the income generation programmes Indicator 14: Percentage of coordination in village community learning centers Indicator 15: Skills acquired from income generation programmes
Basic Literacy Indicators National workshop on on Monitoring and and Evaluation of of Literacy and and CE CE programmes in in Myanmar CLC Level Indicator 16: Number of household Indicator 17: Size of population in that community Indicator 18: Percentage of illiterates/literates by age and sex (5 ~ 9, 10 ~ 14, 15 ~ 45 ) Indicator 19: Number of volunteer teachers to be recruited Indicator 20: Number of instructors to train trainers
Adult female literacy And And Accessibility index
Adult female literacy
Six Steps to GIS development! GIS Life Cycle Management Approach 1. Requirements Analysis a. Do You Really Need a GIS? b. What Benefits Will a GIS Bring to Your Organization? c. Are You Ready to Begin the GIS Process? d. What Will a GIS Cost - Money and Effort? e. In-House or Using a Consultant - or Both? f. Get Software Demos: Beware of Salesperson Promises! g. Review Existing Hardware and Software h. Review Internal Staff Qualifications and Training Needs i. Prioritize System Features j. Cost / Benefit Analysis: Not All Benefits are Financial! k. Implementation Plan Development l. Choose Project Team - Internal and Consulting
Six Steps to GIS development! GIS Life Cycle Management Approach 2. System Configuration a. Work With In-House MIS / IT Staff b. Design a System for Growth c. Realize Technology Enhancement Pace d. Implement Best Available System e. Don t Worry About 10 Years From Now f. Design Your System for Optimization at Installation Stage
Six Steps to GIS development! GIS Life Cycle Management Approach 3. Data Development Spatial and Tabular a. Identify Existing Data (Internal and External) b. Verify Data Quality c. Identify Missing Data d. Design Database and Develop System Specifications e. Acquire / Develop Data f. Integration Plan and Implementation - Use Enterprise-wide System Approach g. Quality Control / Quality Assurance h. Data Coding to Merge Databases i. Final QA/QC
Six Steps to GIS development! GIS Life Cycle Management Approach 4. Application Development a. Identify and Prioritize Your Application(s) b. Design Functional and Technical Specifications c. Develop Prototype - Demonstrate to Provide Early Buy-in from Corporate Management d. Testing - Continuous Improvement
Six Steps to GIS development! GIS Life Cycle Management Approach 5. Training & Support a. An Investment in Your People b. An Investment in the Future of Your GIS c. The Most Important Feature of Any GIS d. Use Authorized Trainers or Manufacturers Training Programs e. Always Sign-up for Technical Support f. Always Augment with Local Support When Possible - Very Important!
Six Steps to GIS development! GIS Life Cycle Management Approach 6. System & Data Maintenance a. Your GIS will be Effective Only with Current and Updated Data b. Software Upgrades will Enhance Performance and Keep You Current with the Latest in Technology c. Upgrade Your Applications to Keep Pace with Changing project/programme Needs! d. Plan for an Ongoing Expense in Your Operating Budget - At Least 10-20% of Original Implementation Cost per Year
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