I chose to focus my ArcGIS Storymap on the keyword “data”. I chose this keyword because of how relevant I believe it is for society in the 21st century. I first discuss what data actually is. I then go over the role of data and how it has been collected throughout history. I compared this to how data is collected today and how this method of collection can be better and worse in some ways. I also go over how data is depicted in media. Some media tends to show the benefits of modern data while others warn of the potential threats that come with it. At the end, I talk about how data is relevant on a smaller, personal level through social media and how data plays a role in the consumption of social media. Overall, I conclude that it is more important now than ever to become educated on what data is and how it affects our lives.
Link: Storymap