Neatline Intro
I actually really enjoyed using Neatline. It was a fun little tool. I mapped out every major place I’ve been, though in a very simplistic way. I really enjoyed changing the colors of the dots to create a cool map. I’m not sure I will ever use it for a research excursion, because I do not think I can go to the level of detail that I would like. I considered using it to trace how Raqqa became the capital of ISIS, however I decided against it. I prefer to do more analytical research, rather than a collection of facts. In other words, I like to add my own opinion! (Whereas a map would be more factual). It has, however, expanded my knowledge of the world around me. Being able to look at maps allows me to learn about the places around me, especially during a time when travel is not necessarily possible. I have always loved geography, and I kept a picture above my desk of a world map so I could familiarize myself with the countries and capitals. Since moving here, I have yet to do the same thing, which is probably why I am so lost on a map. Maybe in my free time I’ll explore the maps on Neatline so my geography will improve. I would like to learn more about how Neatline is used in an academic setting. I could see it being particularly useful in an archaeological setting. However, I have no interest in archaeology (though I wish I did, seems like a never-ending field).
I like to think Neatline as an augmentation to any project rather than being the project itself thus it provides a factual component to your argumentative essay.
ReplyDeleteDon't forget about the very important description box on Neatline, which can be used to host an entire essay to accompany the map and timeline!
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