Facial reconstruction

Search LJMU Research Online

Browse Repository | Browse E-Theses

Spatial Experiences: Using Google Earth to Locate Meanings Pertinent to Sense of Place, Community and Social Development

Wise, NA (2015) Spatial Experiences: Using Google Earth to Locate Meanings Pertinent to Sense of Place, Community and Social Development. Cityscape: A Journal of Policy and Development Research, 17 (1). pp. 141-150.

[img]
Preview
Text
Cityscape paper.pdf - Published Version

Download (5MB) | Preview

Abstract

Using aerial images that enable research participants, during an interview, to discuss and locate points of spatial significance in their community represents an innovative approach to place-based research. This method allows for participants to discuss spaces relative to their associated meanings and enables researchers and community planners to understand the makings of place in a particular community. This article discusses how researchers and planners can use Google Earth to organize and spatially reference qualitative data to allocate community members' subjective meanings of particular spaces and landscapes. The article includes examples from the Dominican Republic to outline the suggested approach.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GA Mathematical geography. Cartography
G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GB Physical geography
Q Science > QA Mathematics > QA76 Computer software
Divisions: Sport Studies, Leisure & Nutrition (closed 31 Aug 19)
Publisher: Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R) of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Date Deposited: 07 Jun 2017 11:50
Last Modified: 04 Sep 2021 11:26
URI: https://researchonline.ljmu.ac.uk/id/eprint/6657
View Item View Item