This Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) is for people who know something about data analysis and want to learn about the special capabilities of spatial data analysis. Spatial analysis focuses on location to gain a deeper understanding of data. Spatial analysis skills are in high demand by organizations around the world. You'll get free access to the full analytical capabilities of ArcGIS Online, Esri's cloud-based GIS platform. Previous experience with GIS software is helpful, but not necessary for tech-savvy problem solvers. Could you and your career go places with spatial analysis?
Overview
Syllabus
Section 1
Going Places with Spatial AnalysisConsider the special characteristics and value of spatial data and analysis, and then get started with ArcGIS Online.
Section 2
Understanding and Comparing PlacesWatch brief lectures about fundamental topics like queries, scale of analysis, descriptive statistics, and projection. Query a layer and sum attributes to make a map showing the best locations for new mixed-use development.
Section 3
Determining How Places Are RelatedLearn about vector overlay, the modifiable areal unit problem, and normalizing data for choropleth mapping. Use ArcGIS Online to analyze watersheds for water quality monitoring, and summarize the number of streetlights in a city’s maintenance assessment district.
Section 4
Finding the Best Locations and PathsDiscuss topology, site suitability, cost paths, and other key concepts. Find suitable sites for a grocery distribution center and preferable areas for cougar habitat using ArcGIS Online.
Section 5
Detecting and Quantifying PatternsLecture topics include density surfaces, spatial autocorrelation, and spatiotemporal analysis. Use density and hot spot analyses to visualize patterns of personal and property crimes.
Section 6
Making PredictionsLearn about spatial interaction, regression, surface analysis, and interpolation. Use ArcGIS Online to interpolate sample points and make a map showing areas at risk of long-term poor air quality.
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4.8 rating, based on 126 Class Central reviews
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Wow! I really enjoyed this course very well, it opened my eyes to many capabilities of the of ArcGIS online platform and to understand how user-friendly and quick completion of any analysis whatsoever. I think I'm starting to love the Cloud-Based platform as to compare to the tedious stress with the Local-Based Software.
All thanks to esri and the whole GPSA team in general.
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It a very interesting course. Suffice to say that I found the Course was very interesting to me. Its interactive course environment helped me seal through the course easily. I was also able to practice and comprehend what I learnt from the available account to Esri suit. Thank you very much and I look forward to more MOOC.
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In the fields of social and health sciences, the spatial analysis techniques introduced in this course are already being used in research published in the peer-reviewed literature. This course gives course participants insights on how to ask good study questions, assemble the needed spatial data, and not only visualize but analyze the data using Esri software. I recommend the course even if, like me, you have several years of experience with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, as you will inevitably be reminded of important analytic steps and new use cases for spatial analysis to inspire your own work.
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I recently completed the GIS online course and found it to be a comprehensive and insightful journey into the world of Geographic Information Systems. The course structure was well-organized, guiding learners from fundamental concepts to advanced applications.
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Great courses for the newbie in the ArcGIS-OnLine world. You will get basic understanding of the strength and weakness of this
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Very powerful data analysis tools to create useful visual maps! I learned quite a bit about the ArcGIS online tools and the different types of analysis classifications used to design effective informational maps. These useful map tools assist in community, state-wide or event visual representations, a first line of defense for clear, educated and effective solutions.
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This is an insightful and engaging class with a lot of expositions on spatial analysis and how to make use of spatial analysis in an evolving world Very powerful data analysis tools to create useful visual maps! I learned quite a bit about the ArcGIS online tools and the different types of analysis classifications used to design effective informational maps. These useful map tools assist in community, state-wide or event visual representations, a first line of defence for clear, educated and effective solutions.
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Surprisingly low-quality course. Every video was read directly off a script, even the outro, and no attempts were made to hide it. Only taught by example and information did not fully stick. For free, I can't complain, but would not pay money for this course. Barely reinforced any of the teachings and all teaching was done through exercises. with no formal teaching of how to apply concepts outside of the exercises.
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It a very interesting course. Suffice to say that I found the Course was very interesting to me. Its interactive course environment helped me seal through the course easily. I was also able to practice and comprehend what I learnt from the available account to Esri suit. Thank you very much and I look forward to more MOOC.
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I will recommend this course to GIS lovers. If you want to build or improve ypur spatial analysis, suitability analysis and and finding nearest features, this course is for you. After a long time of no GIS related work, I was becoming scared that I might loose my hardearned skills and profession. But, hell no! Going Places with Spatial Analysis MOOC has taken my fears away. From Analysing Geographies, to Understanding and Comparing Places, to Determining how Places are Related, to Finding the Best Places and Paths, to Detecting and Quantifying Patterns, and Making Predictions, this course has given me an overview of some of the most essential spatial analysis skillsets. Don't miss this opportunity.
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This was a most informative MOOC. In addition to addressing several topics/aspects of spatial data analysis, it provided an in-depth engagement with the ArcGIS Online user interface. In particular, it offered a deep dive into the (relatively) new analysis tools in AGO.
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The course introduces one with the concept of spatial analysis and how it can be used to gather more information about a phenomenon in a region or where a project can be implemented more successfully.
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It was my first time taking any Esri MOOC courses .This course covered a large area of ArcGIS online. Even as a novice I believe I learnt a lot and I can apply the analyzing methods in my own work.
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I'm really satisfied that I joined this MOOC. First of all, it was a nice way to refresh the concepts I learned two years ago during my Bachelor's degree, but also it helped me to discover the potentialities of ArcGIS Online in spatial analysis. I think that even if you know the theory behind (as I did because I just finished my studies), the course teaches you new ways to treat and exploit data. I especially liked the last two lessons of the MOOC, about interpolation and point density, as they gave great ideas in order to treat data that might be hard to visualize otherwise.
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Thank you Esri, I'm a Newbie in this field but the multiple tools used in this course has equipped me with unbelievable Geospatial Knowledge. I specifically love the StoryMap Fantasy🫂
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Excellent course. Really enjoyed the hands-on practical application of the concepts. Also, the ability to experiment and work with the ArcGIS Online tools was really great.
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The exercises were well-constructed, with opportunities to think of the answers for myself before checking that I was correct. Really helpful for beginners to ArcGIS products!
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Excellent course that is structured in an easy to use and learn format. Examples are relevant and I feel more confident using ArcGIS Online after finishing the course.
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Very interesting course. Suggest to translate the MOOC in other language such french;
May be to add 2 or more exercices in other sector, public Health for instance -
very well organised and informative, the videos and exercises describe step by step what you can do and gain from spatial analysis and benifit from everything
