Data Tools
Metadata Tools:
- USGS Tkme Metadata Editor – A FGDC-compliant metadata editor developed and maintained by the USGS.
- EPA Metadata Editor – A FGDC-compliant metadata editor developed and maintained by the US EPA.
- Idaho Batch Metadata Modifier Tool – A beta-version metadata tool that allows batch modification of metadata XML files.
- Free Map Tools – Allow users to utilize maps to measure, search and overlay mark-up elements on maps for a variety of applications.
- MeetWays – Assists with determining a halfway point between two locations.
- ArcGIS LiDAR Sample Tools – An ArcToolbox of useful tools for processing and working with LAS files.
- LAStools – A toolset for working with LiDAR data.
- GDAL – An open source command prompt library for working with raster and vector geospatial data.
- Fulcrum – An easy way to build customized mobile applications for mobile data collection.
- CartoDB – Offers ways to map and view location-based data.
- VDatum – A free software tool developed by NOAA that can transform geospatial data among vertical datums.
Online Resources for Educators
Online Resources for Educators
- Earth Exploration Toolbook – An online collection of Earth system science activities for the secondary and college level.
- Esri Teaching with GIS Free Online Course – Strategies for integrating GIS into classrooms.
- Esri & AAG GeoMentor Program – A way for GIS Professionals to help educators bring GIS into the classroom.
- Rhode Island Geographic Educational Alliance – An alliance dedicated to increasing and improving geography education throughout RI.