The ''Journal of Maps'' (JoM) is a biannual
open-access
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peer-reviewed academic journal
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published by
Taylor and Francis
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.
While heavily focused on
geography
Geography (from Greek: , ''geographia''. Combination of Greek words ‘Geo’ (The Earth) and ‘Graphien’ (to describe), literally "earth description") is a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, an ...
and
cartography
Cartography (; from grc, χάρτης , "papyrus, sheet of paper, map"; and , "write") is the study and practice of making and using maps. Combining science, aesthetics and technique, cartography builds on the premise that reality (or an i ...
, the JoM is interdisciplinary and publishes maps and other visualizations of spatial information.
History
See also
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American Association of Geographers
The American Association of Geographers (AAG) is a non-profit scientific and educational society aimed at advancing the understanding, study, and importance of geography and related fields. Its headquarters is located in Washington, D.C. The ...
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Geographic Information Systems
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National Council for Geographic Education
The National Council for Geographic Education (NCGE), chartered in 1915, is a non-profit scientific and educational society in the United States that promotes and supports geography education.
Annual conference
NCGE holds an annual conference ...
References
External links
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Cartography journals
English-language journals
Open access journals
Biannual journals
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