DiBiase, D., DeMers, M., Johnson, A., Kemp, K., Luck, A. T., Plewe, B., and Wentz, E. (2006). Metaphysics and ontology. The Geographic Information Science & Technology Body of Knowledge. Washington, DC: Association of American Geographers. (2nd Quarter 2016, first digital).
Learning Objectives:
Define common theories on what is “real,” such as realism, idealism, relativism, and experiential realism
Compare and contrast the ability of different theories to explain various situations
Recognize the commonalities of philosophical viewpoints and appreciate differences to enable work with diverse colleagues
Evaluate the influences of particular worldviews (including one’s own) on GIS practices
Justify the metaphysical theories with which you agree
Identify the ontological assumptions underlying the work of colleagues
DiBiase, D., DeMers, M., Johnson, A., Kemp, K., Luck, A. T., Plewe, B., and Wentz, E. (2006). Metaphysics and ontology. The Geographic Information Science & Technology Body of Knowledge. Washington, DC: Association of American Geographers. (2nd Quarter 2016, first digital).
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