Abstract

Recent developments in mapping technologies that forms data for planning and decision mechanism, makes it necessary to use these technologies by forming “clever maps” through geographical information systems (GIS). Up to now, the concept of GIS couldn’t be understood both in educational institutions and at private sector. The importance of geographical information systems and its fields of use should be emphasized. GIS education in secondary education and universities must be a government policy. Different certificate programs for staff training both in private sector and governmental organizations should be encouraged to increase productivity and quick decision making. Universities in North Cyprus has realized the importance of GIS and started GIS education in different departments recently.

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