Boris Avdić

DOI: 10.35666/23038950.2025.52.35

UDC: 371.3:911.5/.9GIS

Abstract:  Educational benefits of integrating GIS into geography teaching

This study explores the role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in modern geography education. GIS fosters the development of spatial literacy and critical thinking skills through interactive and visual learning methods. It connects students with real-world geographical contexts, encouraging active participation and interdisciplinary reasoning, which enhances comprehensive understanding of spatial relationships. GIS promotes inquiry-based learning by enabling question formulation, data analysis, and hypothesis development, thus shaping competent individuals capable of addressing global challenges. Despite its numerous benefits, barriers such as e.g. a lack of teacher training and limited resources hinder widespread adoption. Overcoming these obstacles is essential for the successful integration of GIS into the curriculum. Overall, GIS is a vital tool for advancing geography education and preparing students to actively participate in society, especially in a digitally oriented world.

Keywords

geographical education, GIS, learning process, geoliteracy, skills development

 

GEOGRAPHICAL REVIEW - SCIENTIFIC JOURNAL FOR GEOGRAPHY  No 52, Year 2025. pg. 35-57

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