E-learning course Old maps : digitizing, cataloguing, cartometric analysis

Abstract

Content of created learning materials on processing of early maps is described. It is a part of the project TEMAP aiming at development and utilisation of modern digital technologies for on-line accessibility of map collections as well as their cataloguing and protection.

Within the project, crowed-source approach showed to be a suitable solution for georeferencing hundreds of recently scanned maps.

Keywords

• cartography
• early maps
• digitization
• georeferencing
• cartometric analysis
• cataloguing