We live in a changing world, particularly in the face of climate change. In this topic we will learn how to apply geospatial skills to detect and monitor environmental change.
Assignment/Lab 6: Classification and Accuracy Assessment
Assignment/Lab 6 is due this week. Be sure to send in the assignment in Assignment 6 dropbox by 11:59pm on Friday this week.
Topic Summary
Temporal imagery analysis is one of the most valuable applications of spatial data. However, it can be a painful process if you do not choose the right tools for the kind of change you are trying to monitor. You need to know what kind of change you are working with and subsequently what specifications you need from a satellite to ensure that change will be detected.
Topic Self-review (For self learning)
Please use the reflection questions below as study guide to conduct self-review for the topic.
Why is understanding and monitoring change important?
What is a cyclical pattern and what is the best way to monitor this type of change?
How does each type of abrupt change impact the global carbon cycle?
What is gradual change and why is it still important to monitor?