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A cropped view of a map with a north arrow in bold black with the letter "N" on top of it. A section of Texas and Louisiana can be seen at the top of the image.

Should You Put a North Arrow on a Map?

October 25, 2022October 24, 2022 by Caitlin Dempsey

Do all maps need a north arrow?

Categories Maps and Cartography Tags cartographic elements, cartographic philosophy, Cartography, map elements, map making, orientation, use of north arrows

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Your Brain on Maps

October 25, 2022June 5, 2010 by Caitlin Dempsey

What do some recent studies that look at the brain and navigation suggest? Read on to find out.

Categories Maps and Cartography Tags cognitive mapping, developmental topographical disorientation, mapping, navigation, orientation

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