Urban Data Analysis Project Using ArcGIS Story Maps SEC210
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SEC210
Urban Data Analysis Project Using Open-Source Data
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Year Summer II 2025 |
Course Code: SEC210 |
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Course Name |
Systems and Technologies |
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Submission Deadline |
July 10th 23:59 2025 |
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Deliverables |
MS Word Document Submission Link for Storymap |
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Percentage of final grade |
30% |
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CLOs Tested |
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CLO3: Discuss the data phases and tools, including the data life cycle and its elements |
50% |
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CLO4: Utilize various technologies in the context of data preparation, organisation and visualisation |
50% |
Academic Honesty Reminder:
Students suspected of plagiarism, either of published work or work from unpublished sources, including the work of other students, or of collusion will be dealt with according to Rabdan Academy guidelines.
Practical Project Storymap Overview
This project involves conducting a comprehensive analysis of a chosen urban issue in chosen city using ArcGIS Online. Students will select a topic relevant to the city, such as transportation efficiency, environmental sustainability, public health, or economic activity, and utilize mapping, story maps, and analytical tools in ArcGIS Online to explore and present their findings.
Objectives
Topic Selection : Choose an urban issue relevant to chosen city.
Data Collection and Mapping : Gather open-source data and create detailed maps related to the chosen issue.
Analytical Assessment : Utilize ArcGIS Onlines analytical tools to explore various aspects of the issue.
Story Map Development : Create interactive story maps to illustrate and communicate findings.
Propose Recommendations : Based on the analysis, suggest practical recommendations for the chosen urban issue.
Required Data
Specific data related to the chosen topic, sourced from city government portals, national databases, or other open- source platforms.
Geospatial, demographic, environmental, or economic data, as applicable to the topic.
Tools and Resources
ArcGIS Online : For mapping, spatial analysis, and story map creation.
GIS Data Sources : OpenStreetMap, government data portals, and other relevant open-source databases.
Analytical Tools : Specific tools within ArcGIS Online that are relevant to the chosen topic.
Practical Project Storymap Timeline (Deadline)
The timeline for the entire project can be seen below. This will give you 4 weeks to complete this practical project proposal.
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Practical Project Submission Release: |
Week 2 |
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Practical Project Submission Deadline: |
End of Week 5 |
It is very important that you stick to the timeline as any submission after the deadline will incur a late penalty. This will be 10% for every day it is late after the report deadline shown above.
Practical Project Storymap Instructions
Topic Selection and Initial Research:
Identify a pertinent urban issue and conduct preliminary research.
Data Collection:
Aggregate relevant data from various open sources.
Mapping and Spatial Analysis:
Create maps visualizing key aspects of the chosen issue. Analyze spatial patterns and relationships.
Creating Story Maps:
Develop interactive story maps to narrate the findings. Incorporate textual, graphical, and multimedia content.
Recommendations and Reporting:
Formulate practical recommendations based on the analysis.
Compile a comprehensive report detailing the methodology, analysis, and recommendations.
Practical Project Story map Deliverables
A series of maps and spatial analyses related to the chosen urban issue. Interactive story maps showcasing the projects findings.
- The story map should also contain a report with detailed analysis, recommendations, and
Practical Project Story map Submission Guidelines
Late submission will be penalized as follows:
Late submissions are allowed within a maximum of 5 working days of the deadline of the assessment activity. The student grade is reduced by 10% for each working day during the 5-day period. If the assignment is submitted beyond the 5-day period, the student receives a grade of 0 in the assessment activity in question.
Practical Project Story map: Individual Student Grading Rubric for Story map 100 Marks
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Criteria |
Fail 0%- 59% |
Pass 60%- 69% |
Satisfactory 70%- 76% |
Good 77%- 83% |
Very good 84%- 89% |
Excellent 90%- 100% |
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Depth and Accuracy of Data Collection and Analysis CLO3 (25 Marks) |
Data collection is minimal and doesn't support basic analysis. Sources are irrelevant to the urban issue. Analysis contains significant errors or shows fundamental misunderstanding of the data. |
Data collection includes basic sources related to the urban issue. Analysis identifies simple patterns but contains minor inaccuracies. Limited connection between data and the urban context. |
Data collection includes appropriate sources that cover the main aspects of the urban issue. Analysis correctly identifies basic patterns and shows adequate understanding of how the data relates to the urban issue. |
Data collection includes well-chosen sources that thoroughly address the urban issue. Analysis correctly identifies important patterns and shows good understanding of urban dynamics through the data. |
Data collection includes diverse, high-quality sources that provide detailed insights into the urban issue. Analysis reveals meaningful relationships between different factors and demonstrates strong interpretation skills that could inform urban planning decisions. |
Data collection shows exceptional judgment in source selection that fully captures the urban issue from multiple perspectives. Analysis reveals nuanced insights that demonstrate remarkable understanding for a non-GIS specialist. Work approaches professional quality analysis. |
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Creativity and Clarity in Story Map Presentation CLO4 (20 Marks) |
Story map is disorganized and difficult to follow. Maps and images have no captions at all. Maps are poorly designed with excessive clutter or |
Story map has a simple structure. Some maps have captions, but others do not. Maps show basic information but have minimal customization. |
Story map has a clear organization. Most maps have captions, though some might be missing. Maps are designed with adequate clarity and |
Story map has a well-planned structure. All maps have at least basic captions. Maps are clearly designed with appropriate customization of |
Story map has a thoughtful structure. Every map has a caption (even if simple like "Map 1" or "Crime Rates by District"). Maps demonstrate careful |
Story map has an engaging design. Every map has a descriptive caption that identifies what is shown. Maps show excellent design quality with |
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missing essential elements. Visual presentation makes it difficult to understand the urban issue. |
Visual elements are presented in a basic manner with limited attention to clarity. |
some customization. Maps avoid major clutter issues and present information in an understandable way. |
colours, symbols, and features. Maps present information without significant clutter issues. The organization helps viewers understand the urban analysis. |
design with good customization of visual elements. Maps effectively balance detail and clarity without clutter. The presentation creates a cohesive narrative about the urban issue. |
professional-level customization. Maps present complex information with remarkable clarity and no clutter. The presentation creates a compelling story about the urban issue through well- explained visual content. |
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Effectiveness of Spatial Analysis Tools Used CLO4 (30 Marks) |
Student does not use any spatial analysis tools correctly. Tools are missing entirely or used inappropriately. No meaningful results are generated from spatial analysis. |
Student attempts to use 1 spatial analysis tool but with partial success. The tool choice has minimal connection to the urban issue. Results contain errors or are presented without proper context. Explanations of what the results mean are minimal or partially incorrect. |
Student uses 1 spatial analysis tool correctly and completely. The tool choice is appropriate for at least one aspect of the urban issue. Student explains the basic results correctly and makes simple connections to the urban issue. The analysis contributes |
Student uses 2 different spatial analysis tools correctly. The tools chosen address different aspects of the urban issue. Student explains how the results help understand the urban patterns. The explanation shows good understanding of what the tools |
Student uses 2 different spatial analysis tools correctly with advanced settings or parameters. The tools are strategically chosen to examine key aspects of the urban issue. Student provides detailed explanations of the results and clearly demonstrates how |
Student uses 3 different spatial analysis tools correctly. Each tool is strategically selected to analyse specific aspects of the urban issue. Student explains all results thoroughly and uses them to develop meaningful findings. The analysis forms a strong foundation for |
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useful information to the project. |
reveal about the urban issue. |
they reveal important patterns. The analysis leads to specific insights that strengthen project conclusions. |
well-developed project conclusions. |
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Uniqueness and Originality of Urban Issue or City Selection CLO3 (25 Marks) |
Student selects a commonly studied urban issue in a major city that has extensive existing analysis. The project closely resembles standard examples or case studies. No attempt to explore unique aspects or perspectives. |
Student selects a somewhat common urban issue in a well-studied city. The approach shows minimal originality. The project addresses basic aspects of the urban issue with little exploration of unique characteristics or perspectives. |
Student selects either: 1) a common urban issue in a less-studied city, or 2) a less common urban issue in a major city. The project demonstrates some originality in approach. The analysis considers some unique aspects specific to the chosen context. |
Student selects a thoughtful combination of urban issue and city that shows good originality. The chosen focus is not commonly analyzed in existing case studies. The project explores specific characteristics unique to the selected urban context, providing fresh perspectives. |
Student selects a highly original urban issue or examines a unique city that receives little attention in urban studies. The project investigates aspects that are specific to the selected context and not widely studied. The analysis provides valuable insights that contribute to understanding lesser-known urban challenges. |
Student selects an exceptionally original combination of urban issue and city. The project explores an urban context or challenge that is rarely studied but highly relevant. The analysis provides substantial new insights about unique urban dynamics, demonstrating exceptional creativity in project conceptualization and execution. |
