Mapping Baku Training Module Overview Discuss Mapping Questions

Mapping Baku Training Module

Overview ØDiscuss: ØMapping ØQuestions

Overview

Mapping ØThe quality of the maps used has a major influence on the quality of the Census. ØMaps guide the enumerator to the dwellings they need to enumerate, as well as other areas where people may be located during enumeration ØThe enumeration area formed when creating the maps can also form the basis for dissemination of output, Øcan be used as the building block in a geographic classifications Øused to manage the enumeration process.

Geographic Classification Country Province Regional Manager Subdistrict Supervisor Area Enumeration Area

Geographic Classification Country Province Regional Manager Postal Areas? Subdistrict Supervisor Area Electoral Areas? Enumeration Area

Need to consider the Design Criteria ØWhen designing the maps, need to consider: Øneed to cover whole country Ømanagement of enumeration Ødissemination purposes, including alignment to other boundaries, such as postal areas

Mapping Technology Øhand drawn maps Satellite imagery example Ømap overlays and technology assist mapping ØSatellite imagery ØAerial photography ØGlobal Positioning System (GPS) ØGeographic Systems Information

Mapping Quality Assurance ØDocumenting the design criteria and design procedures key to ensuring good quality maps ØEnsuring the quality of the maps also key Øno overlaps between enumeration areas and administrative/statistical boundaries Øenumeration areas align and no gaps Ødesigned in accordance with procedures Ømaps fit for purpose

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