Training
All Digimap for Schools training is FREE. Our training comprises short online sessions that you can attend from the comfort of your desk. We demonstrate the service, give tips and suggestions and there is plenty of time for questions. You just need a computer (or tablet) with speakers that is connected to the internet. Our training sessions are open to anyone interested in Digimap for Schools and you can attend as many sessions as you wish.
9th September 2025 Getting Started with Digimap for Schools
Who is this training for?
If you’ve recently subscribed to Digimap for Schools and are eager to start using it in your teaching, this training is perfect for you. We’ll introduce you to the platform, demonstrate how to explore maps and use the tools effectively, and share tips to help you make the most of your subscription. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions and discover how Digimap for Schools can enhance your lessons and engage your students.
What will we cover
- The different maps available in Digimap for Schools
- How to search for locations
- How to navigate and change scale to view different maps
- How to view a map key
- How to measure distances and areas
- How to add your own information and drawings to the map
- How to save maps and create printable maps
- How to use Digimap for Schools tools in your classroom
How to register
You can register for the training here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
Please contact us on digimap.schools@ed.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Time & Date
Start time: 9th September 2025 16.00 UK time
End time: 17:00 UK time
25th September 2025 Investigating Local Land Use and Urban Change
Who is this training for?
Join us for an engaging training session designed to help you explore local land use and urban change using Digimap for Schools. This award-winning online mapping service supports cross-curricular teaching and enables teachers and pupils to gain critical digital and data skills. This session is ideal for primary and secondary teachers looking to enhance their geography curriculum with digital mapping tools.
What will we cover
- How to use Digimap for Schools to investigate patterns of land use and urban development.
- Techniques for comparing historical and contemporary maps to identify changes over time.
- Methods for integrating digital mapping into classroom activities to inspire critical thinking about sustainability and urban planning.
How to register
You can register for the training here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
Please contact us on digimap.schools@ed.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Time & Date
Start time: 25th September 2025 16.00 UK time
End time: 16:45 UK time
8th October 2025 Getting Started with Digimap for Schools
Who is this training for?
If you’ve recently subscribed to Digimap for Schools and are eager to start using it in your teaching, this training is perfect for you. We’ll introduce you to the platform, demonstrate how to explore maps and use the tools effectively, and share tips to help you make the most of your subscription. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions and discover how Digimap for Schools can enhance your lessons and engage your students.
What will we cover
- The different maps available in Digimap for Schools
- How to search for locations
- How to navigate and change scale to view different maps
- How to view a map key
- How to measure distances and areas
- How to add your own information and drawings to the map
- How to save maps and create printable maps
- How to use Digimap for Schools tools in your classroom
How to register
You can register for the training here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
Please contact us on digimap.schools@ed.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Time & Date
Start time: 8th October 2025 16.00 UK time
End time: 17:00 UK time
22nd October 2025 Biodiversity and Local Wildlife Habitats
Who is this training for?
Discover how to engage your pupils with local biodiversity and wildlife habitats using Digimap for Schools. This interactive session will guide you through digital mapping tools that bring environmental learning to life, supporting geography, science, and outdoor learning across the curriculum. This training is ideal for primary and secondary teachers seeking to enrich their lessons with digital mapping tools.
What will we cover
- How to use Digimap for Schools to explore local biodiversity and wildlife habitats.
- Techniques for identifying and mapping local green spaces, woodlands, and water bodies.
- Methods for integrating digital mapping into classroom activities to inspire critical thinking about sustainability and urban planning.
How to register
You can register for the training here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
Please contact us on digimap.schools@ed.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Time & Date
Start time: 22nd October 2025 16.00 UK time
End time: 16:45 UK time
11th November 2025 Getting Started with Digimap for Schools
Who is this training for?
If you’ve recently subscribed to Digimap for Schools and are eager to start using it in your teaching, this training is perfect for you. We’ll introduce you to the platform, demonstrate how to explore maps and use the tools effectively, and share tips to help you make the most of your subscription. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions and discover how Digimap for Schools can enhance your lessons and engage your students.
What will we cover
- The different maps available in Digimap for Schools
- How to search for locations
- How to navigate and change scale to view different maps
- How to view a map key
- How to measure distances and areas
- How to add your own information and drawings to the map
- How to save maps and create printable maps
- How to use Digimap for Schools tools in your classroom
How to register
You can register for the training here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
Please contact us on digimap.schools@ed.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Time & Date
Start time: 11th November 2025 16.00 UK time
End time: 17:00 UK time
25th November 2025 Analysing Climate Change with Digimap for Schools
Who is this training for?
Join us for an insightful training session that demonstrates how to use Digimap for Schools to explore the impacts of climate change through digital mapping. This session is designed to support teachers in delivering engaging, data-driven lessons that align with geography, science, and sustainability education. This session is ideal for primary and secondary teachers seeking to enhance their lessons with digital mapping tools.
What will we cover
- How to use Digimap for Schools to explore climate change.
- Techniques for comparing historical and contemporary maps to identify changes over time.
- Methods for integrating digital mapping into classroom activities to inspire critical thinking about sustainability and urban planning.
How to register
You can register for the training here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
Please contact us on digimap.schools@ed.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Time & Date
Start time: 25th November 2025 16.00 UK time
End time: 16:45 UK time
9th December 2025 Getting Started with Digimap for Schools
Who is this training for?
If you’ve recently subscribed to Digimap for Schools and are eager to start using it in your teaching, this training is perfect for you. We’ll introduce you to the platform, demonstrate how to explore maps and use the tools effectively, and share tips to help you make the most of your subscription. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions and discover how Digimap for Schools can enhance your lessons and engage your students.
What will we cover
- The different maps available in Digimap for Schools
- How to search for locations
- How to navigate and change scale to view different maps
- How to view a map key
- How to measure distances and areas
- How to add your own information and drawings to the map
- How to save maps and create printable maps
- How to use Digimap for Schools tools in your classroom
How to register
You can register for the training here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
Please contact us on digimap.schools@ed.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Time & Date
Start time: 9th December 2025 16.00 UK time
End time: 17:00 Uk time
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