There are many situations where maps come in handy because there are many forms of maps. There are maps that express ideas, maps that explain how to complete a task and maps that are small-scale representations of a large area or location that is difficult to navigate. This small representation is to help the user find their way around the area or location. This document proposes a reevaluation of the usefulness and accessibility of the maps that are on the University of Houston Clear Lake campus. This proposed evaluation will discuss the locations were the maps of the campus and buildings can be found, the initial cost of the options and the usefulness of these maps. The goal of this proposal is to improve the maps of the University of Houston Clear Lake both in ease of use and accessibility while being conscious of the price of each option being proposed.
Statement of problem
When visiting a new place or somewhere you haven’t been to in a while it can be easy to get lost, especially for those who are used to having information at the tips of their fingers. In this proposal …show more content…
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