Step 1

Sign up for Northwestern ArcOnline account using your NetID and password here:

https://northwestern.maps.arcgis.com/home/index.html

After you’re signed in, you should see your name appear in the top right corner:

Sign In


Step 2

Click on the waffle icon next to your name on the home page. Find and select the ArcGIS StoryMaps application.

Open StoryMaps


Step 3

This is the home page of ArcGIS StoryMaps. Let’s familiarize ourselves with the layout.

A. Quick Links: You can find all sorts of helpful information here like tutorials and how to plan out your story. Keep in mind these resources will cover more than what’s required for the class.
- Get Started
- Tutorials
- Story Planning
- Explore Stories
- FAQ

B. My Content: This is where you can access StoryMaps you’ve created. Check that your StoryMap is published by confirming the icon on the StoryMap card is set to “Published”.

C. Create Story: Click the drop-down menu to create your first StoryMap.

StoryMap Content


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