Tool

Definition

In the context of geography studies, tools refer to instruments or methods used by geographers for collecting data or analyzing geographic phenomena. These tools help them gather accurate information and make sense of the spatial patterns they observe.

Related terms

Fieldwork: Refers to going out into the field (real-world) to collect primary data through observation, surveys, interviews, or experiments.

Census: A tool used by governments to collect detailed demographic information about a population within a specific geographic area.

Qualitative Research: An approach that focuses on gathering non-numerical data such as personal experiences or narratives to understand human behaviors and social phenomena.