GIS

Introduction to StoryMaps with ArcGIS Online

May 13, 2025, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Presenter: Alexandra Alisauskas & Lily Crandall-Oral
Location: Online

This workshop is a gentle introduction to creating StoryMaps using the ArcGIS Online platform designed for those new to mapping projects. StoryMaps offer a low-barrier way to visualize spatial narratives that can be shared with your friends, community, or stakeholders. The StoryMaps interface is quite intuitive, with drag and drop options that result in an aesthetic output. No prior experience necessary. This workshop makes use of the free account option, though you are welcome to work within a personal or organizational account if you have a paid subscription.

By the end of this workshop, you will:

  • Know the differences between Public vs. Enterprise accounts for ArcGIS Online products, as well as be aware of the limitations of working with a free account
  • Gain basic familiarity with ArcGIS StoryMaps by exploring the interface and creating a StoryMap of your own
  • Learn how to add text, images, video, maps, and immersive content to a StoryMap
  • Understand the workflow of creating a web map with ArcGIS Online and embedding it in a StoryMap
  • Identify resources for future mapping projects

Things to do before arriving:

Prior to the workshop, please create a free ArcGIS Online public account. If you have a paid account with Esri, you can choose to use your regular sign-in or create a separate free account to follow along.

While we will be providing workshop data that you are welcome to use, you are encouraged to prepare at least 4 images from your daily commute or a walk you recently went on to incorporate into your project.

Location details:

Location:
*ONLINE*

If you have questions, concerns, or accessibility needs, please email alexandra.alisauskas@ubc.ca

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Campus/Source
UBC Library–Vancouver

https://libcal.library.ubc.ca/event/3898119

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