
March 10, 2026 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Need to present data in a way that's visual, interactive, and easy to understand? ArcGIS Dashboards lets you combine maps, charts, and text to create web-based dashboards that clearly communicate your data’s story.
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn how to use ArcGIS Dashboards to display and explore openly available data through dynamic maps and charts—no prior experience needed. We will walk through creating a basic map and designing a dashboard that helps convey meaningful information to your audience through clear visual elements.
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
- Use data from an open data portal to create a map in ArcGIS Online
- Design, build, and publish an interactive dashboard using ArcGIS Dashboards
This session is ideal for anyone looking to present data in clear and engaging ways.
Details: Any preparatory work for the session can be found on its information page. This virtual workshop will be recorded and shared on the same page, and discoverable via the Sherman Centre's Online Learning Catalogue.
Facilitator Bio: Christine Homuth (she/her) is the Library's GIS Specialist, providing support and resources to students, researchers, and faculty members working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and geospatial data.
Certificate Eligibility: This workshop is eligible for the Sherman Centre's certificate program. For more information, visit scds.ca/certificate-program. It is also eligible for the Canadian Certificate for Digital Humanities. To learn more, visit ccdhhn.ca or contact scds@mcmaster.ca.
Credit Eligibility: This workshop counts toward credit for students in the Faculty of Science who are enrolled in SCIENCE 2SF1: Digital Skills Workshop. For any questions, please contact oursci@mcmaster.ca.