Community-based production of geographic information using open source software and Web 2.0

Citation:

Hall, B. G. , Chipeniuk, R. , Feick, R. D. , Leahy, M. G. , & Deparday, V. . (2010). Community-based production of geographic information using open source software and Web 2.0. International journal of geographical information science, 24(5), 761-781. Taylor & Francis.

Abstract:

This article presents an innovative approach to citizen-led production of Web-based geographic information where new and/or existing digital map features are linked to annotations or commentary and citizens engage in synchronous and/or asynchronous discussion. The article discusses the relationship of the approach to public participation geographic information systems (PPGISs) and the emerging challenges associated with volunteered geographic information. A custom-developed, open source software tool named MapChat is used to facilitate the citizen inputs and discussions. The information generated from applying the approach through a series of community workshops is presented and discussed in light of current issues in PPGIS and volunteered geographic information research.

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