Kartenportal.CH vs. Google Maps

• 25.03.2025, 11:00 - 12:00

• Walt,?Roman  ()

• ETH-Bibliothek,?Information  ()

Access to and participation in our courses will be barrier-free. Please contact us in advance at +41 44 632 21 35 or at info@library.ethz.ch so that we can optimally meet your needs.

• What is Kartenportal.CH? Differences to Google Maps, Open Street Map etc.
• Search strategies
• Further subject portals for maps and geodata
• Exercises

At the end of the course you are able to

• understand the differences between Kartenportal, Google Maps, Open Street Maps and other platforms for maps and spatial data,
• use the different search options of Katrenportal.CH for a successful search,
• choose the right platform and search strategy for your specific topic,
• name the differences between printed and digital maps in a scientific context.

ETH-Bibliothek, foyer, floor H, main building ETH Zurich, R?mistrasse 101, 8092 Zurich

• Bachelor students
• Master students
• Doctoral students
• Scientific staff
• Technical and administration staff
• Scientifically interested individuals