The “Skills for the Digital Earth” MOOC (massively open online course) is appropriate for GIS newbies and also includes more advanced modules for those seasoned GISers. This MOOC is offered by Elmhurst College and sponsored by the GeoTech Center. FREE registration is now open.

The entire MOOC is FREE and open to the public…badges available for completion of each module. Successful completion of the entire MOOC and first course in GIS Program (either Undergraduate Certificate, Graduate Certificate, or Master’s Program) is waived at Elmhurst College.

Perfect for teachers new to GIS or those who just want to know a bit about how geospatial technologies work.