GI_Forum 2017, Volume 5, Issue 2 Journal for Geographic Information Science
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GI_Forum 2017, Volume 5, Issue 2 Journal for Geographic Information Science
ISSN 2308-1708 Online Edition ISBN 978-3-7001-8251-1 Online Edition
Inga Gryl,
Claudia Scharf,
Swantje Weis,
Uwe Schulze
S. 49 - 59 doi:10.1553/giscience2017_02_s49 Verlag der Österreichischen Akademie der Wissenschaften doi:10.1553/giscience2017_02_s49
Abstract: In this paper, we adapt a broad understanding of the term media (after McLuhan) and discuss the term geomedia, which we define in a wider sense, focusing not only on local-ized forms of geomedia, such as digital maps, but also on representations that are loosely linked to the lifeworld, without geometrically and geographically measurable addresses. Furthermore, geomedia, like all media, refer to a communication space which creates spaces of the in-between. In the case of geomedia, these spaces of the in-between are somehow de-linked from geographical spaces and the limitations of the lifeworld. At the same time, geomedia are closely linked to spaces, due both to the lifeworld content to which geomedia refer and to the influence of geomedia on human action. These spaces of the in-between can open up in digital and analogue media, which we regard as insep-arably intertwined. This opening up of the in-between presents opportunities for people, including marginalized groups, to get connected and stimulate social actions by sharing interests, exchanging ideas or criticizing social injustices, as well as discussing options for implementing social change. Given the strong connection between communication, par-ticipation and being innovative, we argue that geomedia are useful instruments that ena-ble people to acquire innovativeness, which in turn fosters their ability to participate in society. Keywords: geomedia, communication, media science, innovativeness, participation Published Online: 2017/12/13 12:03:48 Object Identifier: 0xc1aa5576 0x00373577 Rights:https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/
GI_Forum publishes high quality original research across the transdisciplinary field of Geographic Information Science (GIScience). The journal provides a platform for dialogue among GI-Scientists and educators, technologists and critical thinkers in an ongoing effort to advance the field and ultimately contribute to the creation of an informed GISociety. Submissions concentrate on innovation in education, science, methodology and technologies in the spatial domain and their role towards a more just, ethical and sustainable science and society. GI_Forum implements the policy of open access publication after a double-blind peer review process through a highly international team of seasoned scientists for quality assurance. Special emphasis is put on actively supporting young scientists through formative reviews of their submissions. Only English language contributions are published.
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Verlag der Österreichischen Akademie der Wissenschaften Austrian Academy of Sciences Press
A-1011 Wien, Dr. Ignaz Seipel-Platz 2
Tel. +43-1-515 81/DW 3420, Fax +43-1-515 81/DW 3400 https://verlag.oeaw.ac.at, e-mail: verlag@oeaw.ac.at |